Douglas, Georgia

Sec. 6-44. – Restraint.

(a) It shall be unlawful for any owner, possessor, guardian, or custodian of any dog to fail to keep a dog under restraint or control as provided for in this section.

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It shall be unlawful for the owner, possessor, guardian or custodian of any animal to restrain or anchor an animal by means of a tether, chain, cable, rope or cord, unless the tether or other restraint is being held by a competent person. An exception shall be made for the limited purpose of allowing the animal’s owner, possessor, guardian, or custodian to temporarily restrain the animal by such means to allow the animal’s needs to be met, such as the time necessary to clean the animal’s living quarters, feed, and water.