12 chapters · 101 sections in this title.
Ala. Code § 3-6B-1 Definitions
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For purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings: (1) ADEQUATE FOOD. Food that is offered in suitable intervals and in sufficient amounts to prevent starvation or significant risk to a dog’s health from lack of food. (2) ADEQUATE WATER. Potable water …
Ala. Code § 3-6B-2 Methods of Tethering or Confining Dogs
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(a)(1) A person may not tether a dog to a stationary object, including a tree, pole, stake, or structure, unless the dog is tethered via a trolley system in accordance with all of the following: a. The tether is not unreasonably heavy in relation to the weight of the dog. b. The …
Ala. Code § 3-6B-3 Shelter Requirements for Dogs Kept Outside
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In addition to any other requirement by law, a person leaving or keeping a dog tethered or confined outside shall provide the dog with access to shelter that complies with all of the following: (1) Allows the dog to remain dry and protected from the elements and inclement weather…
Ala. Code § 3-6B-4 Applicability of Chapter
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This chapter does not apply to any of the following: (1) A dog whose purpose is or that is receiving training in conduct that is directly related to the business of shepherding or herding livestock, cultivating agricultural products, hunting, or retrieving. (2) An individual teth…