Martinsville, Virginia

Sec. 5-39. – Adequate space for animals; time restriction on tethering companion animals.

(c) It shall be unlawful for any person to tether a companion animal:

(1) When the outside temperature is equal to or less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit or greater than 85 degrees Fahrenheit unless shelter is provided; or

(2) In a manner as to cause injury, strangulation or entanglement of the dog on fences, trees, or other manmade or natural obstacles; or

(3) To a fixed-point; or

(4) That is under four (4) months of age; or

(5) That is sick or injured; or

(6) For more than four (4) hours, in any twenty-four-hour period.

(d) Any person violating the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor.