RUNNING SHEEP DANGER FREE
An additional swivel halfway along the length of the tether may help to keep it tangle free andįor a running tether, to a strong wire, which should be firmly secured at either end to trees, fences or posts. The anchor point must allow the animal to cover the area without tangling. The other end of the tether should be firmly attached via a swivel as follows:įor a fixed tether, to an appropriate anchor point, such as a steel spike or stake driven to ground level, which allows 360 degrees of movement at ground level. The collar or harness should be fitted with a swivel to which the tether is attached. running tether - the anchor point can move freely along a wire.įor both types of tether, an appropriate collar or harness should be fitted to the animal.fixed tether - the anchor point is fixed.cross a footpath or be close to any road the proximity of people or vehicles should not cause animals to take fright.be clear of obstructions that may cause the tether to become entangled or cause injury to the animal an animal can be choked when the tether becomes entangled, or hung when the animal jumps over a fence or other obstacles.have an area of shade provided in hot weather and, if no natural protection is available, some form of shelter in windy or wet weather and.be reasonably flat (steep sites are unsuitable).They specify the requirements for tethering dogs, sheep, goats, cattle, donkeys and horses. These guidelines have been developed to assist people to tether animals correctly when circumstances make it a necessary method of confining and protecting animals. Animals should never be tethered in conditions where they are vulnerable to extreme weather. Some species and individuals may not be suitable for tethering. Tethering of animals requires a high standard of animal husbandry and exceptional care, including regular inspections. exposed to environmental hazards, such as road traffic, and the tether itself.įor these reasons, other confinement methods appropriate for the species should be sought.unable to obtain shelter from climatic extremes.Tethering of animals may expose them to increased risk of stress, injury or death. Tethering should not be confused with short-term tying up or with hobbling. sheep and goats) to graze unfenced pasture. dogs) straying in the owner’s absence or to allow animals (e.g. Tethering is defined as the securing of an animal to an anchor point to confine it to a desired area.
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