News Items tag as: Tethering bylaw

Tethering a bone of contention for city council
February 25, 2015 - 11:28 AM

KAMLOOPS - The hows, whens and ifs of tethering dogs took a back seat to whether it would actually change the behaviour of bad dog owners and how much it would cost the city if a bylaw was in place to limit tethering practices.
Anti-tethering activists to take another shot at Kamloops council
February 18, 2015 - 7:30 PM

KAMLOOPS - A petition asking city council to impose a time limit on tethering of dogs has garnered more than 2,200 signatures and is set to be presented to council Feb. 24.
Petition against tethering in Kamloops gaining traction
January 26, 2015 - 10:46 AM

KAMLOOPS - Earlier this month city council dismissed the idea of pursuing an anti-tethering bylaw for the city because they had not heard many complaints. Now a local dog rescue is hoping a petition with 1,500 signatures will be enough for city council to sit up and take notice.
UPDATE: Anti-tethering bylaw not on agenda for Kamloops
January 12, 2015 - 7:27 PM

KAMLOOPS - The City of Kamloops will not be joining the ranks of the 14 municipalities and two regional districts that have alread put restrictions on tethering dogs outdoors.
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Tethering a bone of contention for city council