New Texas Bill Filed for How Dogs Should Be Kept Outside
Are you someone who keeps your dog outside? You may want to keep an eye on this bill if it passes.
Texas Senator Eddie Lucio has filed a bill on how the state will handle animal abuse. If this bill passes, the owners of the dogs could face misdemeanor charges. Senator Lucio is a big dog lover, he actually has seven at his house. Quite frankly, they become part of the family, Lucio said. And you enjoy being with them, and you enjoy watching them grow up.
The new bill, if passed, would make it mandatory for dogs left outside to have access to potable water, for them to be restrained by a leash that is no shorter than five times the length of the dog, and to have shelter while it s raining, or during other severe weather conditions. Owners would no longer be allowed to restrain dogs with chains.
Texas Senator Introduces Bill to Help Fight Dog Abuse
Texas pet lovers can go to sleep a little easier knowing things are getting done to protect our furry friends.
Texas Senator Eddie Lucio is taking a big step and filing a bill that could help combat dog abuse and mistreatment. Lucio, who owns seven dogs himself, has a firm understanding of the need to help protect animals, particularly dogs, who are one of the most beloved family pets.
On KRGV, Lucio talked about his own family s contribution to animals well-being and how if there is a dog in need, his family will make room to care for it. Quite frankly, Lucio says, They become part of the family, you enjoy being with them, and you enjoy watching them grow up.