Bulverde, Texas

§ 2.02.008 Tying or staking.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to tie or stake an animal with a leash, chain, or any type of tether. This section does not apply during a lawful animal event, veterinary treatment, grooming, training, or law enforcement activity.

(b) Exceptions. This section does not apply to:

(1) A dog restrained for a reasonable period, not to exceed three hours in a 24-hour period, and no longer than is necessary for the owner to complete a temporary task that requires the dog to be restrained;

(2) A dog restrained while the owner is engaged in, or actively training for, an activity that is conducted pursuant to a valid license issued by this state if the activity for which the license is issued is associated with the use or presence of a dog; or

(3) A dog restrained while the owner is engaged in conduct directly related to the business of shepherding or herding cattle or livestock.