The Truth about Tethering:


New Yorkers deserve laws based on facts. 

 Not fear.

 

  •  Humane restraint safeguards both pets and the community.  Loose running dogs are a nuisance and may bite.
  • Cornell University study found that proper tethering is a safe and humane method of confinement.
  • Solid, dog-proof fencing is expensive and not permitted in some areas.
  • Anti-tethering laws may negatively impact poor, rural, and minority communities.
  • Anti-tethering laws may sound humane, but may actually do more harm than good.
  • Animal rights extremists deliberately distort statistics – there is no factual basis for anti-tethering laws.

Responsible owners need all options to humanely confine their dogs!

  • The CDC does not support anti-tethering laws
  • The AVMA does not support anti-tethering laws
  •  Anti-tethering laws are the latest craze
  • Strict leash laws safely, humanely control and contain dogs

Caring owners  exercise caution and adequate supervision of their dogs, regardless of the restraint  method they choose.

Dog Federation of New York

 Dog-friendly, dog-safe communities for all New Yorkers

 The Dog Federation of New York is a statewide coalition of dog clubs, organizations and individual dog owners that serves the public interest by educating citizens and public officials on dog safety and responsible dog ownership.  DFNY advocates for strong, and humane dog-related legislation and is committed to working with municipalities across the state to implement preventative dog safety education. 

 DogFederationofNewYork.org

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