HI SB700

Adds "indigenous bird" to the definition of animals protected under Hawaii's cruelty to animals in the first degree statute, making it illegal to torture, mutilate, or poison indigenous birds.

Expands cruelty to animals in the second degree to prohibit tethering or chaining dogs under age six months, using tethers shorter than ten feet, or using choke/pinch/prong collars except during supervised activities or hand-held leash walking.

Prohibits dog restraints that entangle or endanger the dog, prevent necessary sustenance, deny access to water/shelter/shade, or leave dogs restrained outdoors for periods determined by county ordinance.

Bans use of tow chains, log chains, or disproportionate restraints for dogs.

Effective date: January 7, 2059.