Tethering/Chaining

Cape Charles, Virginia

March 16, 2017

No unattended tethering is permitted.

§ 50-190. Tethering of animals.

It shall be unlawful to tether any unattended animal whether or not the animal has been provided adequate space. A violation of this section shall be punishable as a class 4 misdemeanor.

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