S.L. 439.21 Art. 3Provisions for the tethering or restraining of a dog.

(1) No person shall tether, fasten, chain or restrain a dog, or cause a dog to be tethered, fastened, or chained, tied to any stationary object as permanent means of housing of a dog or as a primary method of confinement of the dog:

Provided that the ban on tethering or restraining a dog shall not apply during veterinary procedures and during transport of dogs.

(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-regulation (1), any veterinary surgeon and animal welfare officer may, during an inspection, instruct the owner or keeper of a dog to temporarily tether or restrain an aggressive dog which may pose danger to the public, animals, or cause damage to property.

(3) Collars can only be used in accordance with the provisions of these regulations, provided that the collar used, is an adequate collar.