DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) – Legislation addressing the tethering of dogs outdoors in Alabama is running out of time as lawmakers face a deadline to pass the bill.
SB361, known as Beau’s Law and sponsored by Sen. Garlan Gudger, passed the Senate this month and aims to hold dog owners who don’t provide proper shelter, food and water accountable.
“In Alabama, pets are not considered animals; they are considered property. I think an anti-tethering law would be a step in the right direction to change that,” said Casey Green with Wiregrass Pets…