Sylvania, Georgia

Sec. 10-20. – Tethering of dogs.

(a) Definitions.

Tethering means attaching a dog to a stationary object by a chain, cable or similar device commonly used for the size and type of dog involved. A dog is not considered tethered when the dog is attached to a stationary object, as long as the owner or custodian is physically within reach of the dog.

(b) Tethering prohibited. Tethering of a dog is prohibited.

(c) Running cable or trolley system. A dog may be attached to a running cable or trolley system provided that:

(1) Only one dog may be attached to each running cable line or trolley system;

(2) Tethers and cables attaching the animal to the running cable line or trolley system must be made of a substance which cannot be chewed by the animal and shall not weigh more than five percent of the body weight of the animal tethered;

(3) The running cable line or trolley system must be at least ten feet in length and mounted at least four feet and no more than seven feet above ground level;

(4) The length of the tether from the running cable line or trolley system to the dog’s collar should allow access to the maximum available exercise area and allow the dog free access to food, water and shelter;

(5) The tethers and cables shall be attached to a properly fitted harness or collar not used for the display of a current rabies tag and other identification, and with enough room between the collar and the dog’s throat through which two fingers may fit. Choke collars and pinch collars are prohibited for the purpose of attaching a dog to a running cable line or trolley system;

(6) The cable or trolley system shall be set up such that the dog is reasonably protected from injury and strangulation;

(7) A dog may not be attached to a cable or trolley system for more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period.