Source: http://www.queenstribune.com/news/News_021011_NewTetherLaw.html
By Jessica Ablamsky
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| A dog’s life should not be spent chained up all day, according to the City Council. |
Pay attention, dog owners.
Mayor Mike Bloomberg recently signed into law two bills that will fundamentally improve the lives of animals in New York City, and change the way outdoor dogs are treated.
Legislation introduced by Councilman Peter Vallone, Jr. (D-Astoria) makes it illegal to restrain dogs outdoors for longer than three hours in a continuous 12-hour period of time. Repeat violations within one year carry fines of up to $500 and three months in prison.
When the law takes effect on May 1, dogs restrained outdoors for less than three hours will need adequate food, water and shelter.
