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Tethering/Chaining

Asheville, North Carolina

Sec. 3-4. Definitions.

Tether means to restrain an animal by tying the animal to any object or structure, including without limitation a house, tree, fence, post, garage, or shed, by any means, including without limitation, a chain, rope, cord, leash, or running line. Tethering shall not include using a leash to walk an animal.

Sec. 3-12. Animal care.

(i) It shall be unlawful for an owner to leave a dog unattended and restrained by tether while outdoors.

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