South Euclid, Ohio

505.071 NEGLECT OF ANIMALS.

(e)   Unlawful restraint of animals: The owner of an animal may restrain an animal on a tether for a reasonable period, not to exceed three hours in a 24-hour period. Tethering is prohibited:

(1)   Between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.;

(2)   If a heat advisory has been issued by a local or state authority or jurisdiction;

(3)   If a tornado warning has been issued for the jurisdiction by the National Weather Service;

(4)   If the tether is less than 20 feet, provided the tether does not allow the animal to touch the fence or cross the property line or cross onto a public easement;

(5)   If the tether is attached by means of a pinchrype, prongtype, or choketype collar or if the collar is unsafe or is not properly fitted;

(6)   If the tether inhibits the animal’s free movement or causes injury or entanglement;

(7)   If the animal does not have access to shade, dry shelter, and a tipproof water supply.