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Tethering and barrel housing

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Last discussed Mar 16, 2026.

Public comments (3)

OpposedBlake MathesMar 16, 2026

A lifelong hound hunter who said he's kept dogs in barrels and on chains his whole life without harm, and asked commissioners to leave the rules as they are.

Board of Commissioners Regular Evening - Mar 16, 2026 · 48:41 →
OpposedBen GreeneMar 16, 2026

A taxpayer and hunter who travels with his dogs, defended insulated barrels over igloo houses, and said he spends heavily on vetting and feeding his dogs.

Board of Commissioners Regular Evening - Mar 16, 2026 · 50:01 →
OpposedDonnie StocktonMar 16, 2026

Argued tie-outs are cleaner and healthier than kennels, and that being tied is not mistreatment — abuse is a separate matter.

Board of Commissioners Regular Evening - Mar 16, 2026 · 56:13 →