Dog Chaining Laws in Michigan: What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know
Michigan allows you to tether or chain your dog, but the state draws a firm line between a brief, humane restraint and a situation that crosses into animal neglect.
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Michigan allows you to tether or chain your dog, but the state draws a firm line between a brief, humane restraint and a situation that crosses into animal neglect.
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