Minneapolis, Minnesota

64.80. – Leashing and tethering.

(b) Tethers must be at least three (3) times the length of animal secured to it. Any animal secured with a tether must be in an area that would not allow the animal to become tangled around objects and allow the animal access to shelter and water. Tethers must be placed in such a location as to inhibit the secured animal from reaching a public sidewalk, street, school grounds, alley, or public place or any other property other than the owner or custodian’s property.

(c) Tethers may not exceed five (5) pounds in weight but shall be of appropriate weight for the size of the animal.

(d) Animals shall not be tethered without on-site supervision.

(e) Tethering of any animal by the leg shall be prohibited.