Cotati, California

7.24.280 Tethering a dog.

A. It is unlawful for any person to tether any dog on a leash, rope, chain, cable or other device for more than ten hours in a twenty-four hour period.

B. Any tethering device used to control any dog shall comply with all of the following:

1. The tether or chain provided must be at least ten feet in length, with swivels at both ends, and be properly attached to a pulley or trolley mounted on a cable so as not to interfere or become entangled with the dog or other objects on the property.

2. Any tethering system used shall not allow the dog to leave the property of their owner or person in possession, custody or control of the dog.

3. No chain or tether shall weigh more than one-eighth of the dog’s body weight.

4. Any chain or tether shall be attached to a properly fitting flat collar or harness worn by the dog. The use of choke chains or pinch collars attached to any tethering device is prohibited.

5. The chained or tethered dog must have constant access to necessary shelter and water.