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Calls for Government to go further with shock collar ban
"We would like to see the Government go further and ban the sale and use of all types of electronic shock collars and aversive training devices." - Madison Rogers
Cats Protection urges Government to ban the sale and use of all aversive training devices.

Cats Protection has welcomed the ban on remote controlled electric shock collars, but calls for the Government to go further.
 
Madison Rogers from Cats Protection said: “While banning remote controlled electronic shock collars is a huge step forward, we would like to see the Government go further and ban the sale and use of all types of electronic shock collars and aversive training devices. Just as with collars, these devices cause needless pain, fear and suffering to cats and other animals.”

The charity says punishment like electric shocks can lead to behavioural problems and impact the bond an owner has with their pet.

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Voting opens for BEVA Council

News Story 1
 Eligible members of BEVA will be able to vote for their Council team until Monday, 17 August 2026. Members will have received an election email on 17 July.

There are five candidates standing for four available places on Council. They are:

  • Alexandre Triguino
  • Angela Jones
  • Beth Bryant
  • Holly Rees
  • Hugh Somerville
Full profiles for each candidate can be found on the BEVA website

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Milk recalled over presence of veterinary medicines

Graham's Family Dairy has issued a recall for its semi-skimmed milk due to the presence of veterinary medicines in the product.

In a risk statement, the Food Standards Agency said the presence of the medicines, including penicillin, make the milk unsafe to consume and 'may be a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to antibiotics'.

Customers who bought the product are advised to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.