A.
Definition of "tethering." "Tethering" means attaching an animal
to a stationary object or trolley system by means of a chain, rope,
tether, cable, or similar restraint. "Tethering" does not include
the use of a leash to walk an animal.
B.
Prohibited conduct. It is unlawful to tether an animal under circumstances
that endanger its health, safety, or well-being, including:
(1)
Tethering that causes injury to the animal, unreasonably limits movements
of the animal or restricts its access to suitable and sufficient clean
water or appropriate shelter;
(2)
Using a tether or similar restraint that weighs more than 1/8 of
the animal's body weight;
(3)
Using a tether or similar restraint that does not have a swivel attached
on each end;
(4)
Using a tether or similar restraint that is less than three times
the length of the animal, as measured from the tip of its nose to
the base of its tail;
(5)
Tethering that unreasonably limits an animal's movement;
(6)
Restraint under conditions where an animal or tether can become entangled
on the tether or some other object;
(7)
Tethering that restricts an animal's access to suitable and
sufficient food, clean water, and appropriate shelter;
(8)
Tethering in unsafe or unsanitary conditions; or
(9)
Tethering that does not allow an animal to defecate or urinate in
an area separate from the area where it must eat, drink, or lie down.
(10)
Neither chains, ropes, nor choke collars shall be accepted as
collars for a tethered dog. There must be at least a one-inch space
between the dog's neck and the collar.
A.
It is unlawful for an owner to permit an animal to be on a school's
property unless:
B.
At any part of a public recreation area, an animal must be on a leash
no longer than six feet or confined or otherwise restrained in a vehicle.
C.
The Board or other agency that manages school grounds or public recreation areas may waive or suspend the provisions in Subsections A and B of this section, and in the event of conflict with those subsections, the rules or regulations adopted by such agency shall govern; provided, however, that animals may not be prohibited in public parking areas unless the prohibition is prominently and clearly posted in such areas in both English and Spanish or the specific area is unavailable for public parking at the particular time.
