BC SPCA POLICY STATEMENT

#27 - TETHERING OF DOGS

The BC SPCA strongly opposes the indiscriminate chaining, or other methods of tethering dogs, without due regard for their physical and/or psychological well being.

The Society insists that, if dogs are to be tethered, the methods and equipment used must be humane and must not be likely to cause the animals any physical or mental harm.

Comment:

The BC SPCA recognizes that dogs are tethered for a variety of reasons, such as aggression and economics. However, it is paramount that such dogs be tethered humanely and have easy access to fresh food, water and dry shelter. In addition, they should be exercised for at least two hours in every twenty-four.

Detailed guidelines for minimum acceptable standards for tethering equipment will be available to all BC SPCA Branches.