Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 167 § 167.343 — Unlawful tethering

Unlawful tethering. (1) A person commits the offense of unlawful tethering if the person tethers a domestic animal in the person’s custody or control: (a) With a tether that is not a reasonable length given the size of the domestic animal and available space and that allows the domestic animal to become entangled in a manner that risks the health or safety of the domestic animal; (b) With a collar that pinches or chokes the domestic animal when pulled; (c) For more than 10 hours in a 24-hour period; or (d) For more than 15 hours in a 24-hour period if the tether is attached to a running line, pulley or trolley system. (2) A person does not violate this section if the person tethers a domestic animal: (a) While the domestic animal remains in the physical presence of the person who owns, possesses, controls or otherwise has charge of the domestic animal; (b) Pursuant to the requirements of a campground or other recreational area; (c) For the purpose of engaging in an activity that requires licensure in this state, including but not limited to hunting; (d) To allow the person to transport the domestic animal; or (e) That is a dog kept for herding, protecting livestock or dogsledding. (3) Unlawful tethering is a Class B violation. [2013 c.382 §2]