Tethering/Chaining

Corpus Christi, Texas

September 15, 2015

No dog may be kept tethered to a fixed point for a time or in a location that is unhealthy for the animal. Dogs may be tethered to a trolley line.

Sec. 6-162. – Tethering dogs and other animals.

It shall be unlawful for any person to tie or tether a dog or other animal to a stationary object for a period of time or in a location so as to create an unhealthy situation for the animal.

This section does not apply to any animal that is restrained to a running line, pulley, or trolley system and that is not restrained to the running line, pulley, or trolley system by means of a pinch-type, prong-type, choke-type, or improperly fitted collar.

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