HB1087 Summary

• Clarifies that Hawaii law permits humane tethering and restraining of dogs while prohibiting specific dangerous methods.

• Prohibits tethering dogs under six months old unless supervised by the owner or agent, and prohibits tow chains and log chains for any dog.

• Prohibits use of choke collars, pinch collars, or prong collars when tethering or restraining dogs except during supervised activities with the owner or agent present.

• Prohibits trolleys, cables, or running lines designed to attach a dog to two stationary objects in configurations that endanger the dog or prevent access to necessary food and water.

• Elevates cruelty to animals in the second degree from a misdemeanor to a class C felony when the offense involves ten or more pet animals in a single instance.