Definitions.
Ala. Code § 3-6B-1
in effect3-6B-1. Definitions.
For purposes of this chapter, the following terms have the following meanings:
(1) ADEQUATE FOOD. Food that is offered in suitable intervals and in sufficient amounts to prevent starvation or significant risk to a dog’s health from lack of food.
(2) ADEQUATE WATER. Potable water that is offered in suitable intervals and in sufficient amounts to prevent dehydration or significant risk to a dog’s health from lack of water.
(3) PROPERLY FITTED. When naturally worn by a dog, a collar or harness that:
a. Is appropriately sized for the dog based on the dog’s measurements and body weight; and
b. Does not choke the dog or impede the dog’s normal breathing or swallowing.
(4) TETHER. A chain, leash, cable, rope, trolley system, or other similar device used to tie or otherwise connect a dog to a stationary object, including a structure, doghouse, pole, or tree.
(Act 2026-427, §1.)
Source: Alabama Legislature (alison.legislature.state.al.us)URL: https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/code-of-alabama#3-6B-1Fetched: 10/20/2026