New York A00165 amends the agriculture and markets law to prohibit inhumane tethering of dogs outdoors, including during dangerous weather conditions.

New York A00165 amends the agriculture and markets law by adding a new section on outdoor restraint of dogs. It prohibits tethering dogs outdoors in inhumane conditions, including during dangerous weather. The bill sets specific rules for tethering, such as limiting tethering hours, ensuring access to shade, food, water, shelter, and dry ground, and prohibiting tethering during extreme weather. It also outlines exceptions, such as for dogs engaged in specific activities like hunting or herding. Violations are subject to civil penalties.

New York A00165 amends the agriculture and markets law to prohibit inhumane tethering of dogs outdoors, including during dangerous weather conditions.

New York A00165 amends the agriculture and markets law by adding a new section on outdoor restraint of dogs. It prohibits tethering dogs outdoors in inhumane conditions, including during dangerous weather. The bill sets specific rules for tethering, such as limiting tethering hours, ensuring access to shade, food, water, shelter, and dry ground, and prohibiting tethering during extreme weather. It also outlines exceptions, such as for dogs engaged in specific activities like hunting or herding. Violations are subject to civil penalties.