Quote Originally Posted by Giselle
If one were to chain a dog out for an extremely long time and never bring it into the family, aggression can certainly develop. That's why many states have chaining laws:
http://www.dogsdeservebetter.com/home.html

However, if one were to chain a dog briefly to allow it to eliminate, I don't think that's a problem at all, especially if you keep it to a minimum of, say, 20 minutes or so.
You are absolutely right..a dog that is left out without proper care can become aggressive. But there IS such a thing as proper chaining. A well rounded dog receiving adequate care, and love will NOT become aggressive if chained.
Those laws you are talking about are ridiculous and I personally do not like DDB...why they are at it they might as well try and ban crating too..Because abuse can happen anywhere not just at the end of a chain..it all comes down to responsible ownership. This is a very touchy subject for me as a responsible owner who tethers her dogs. Sorry Sirrahsim, did not mean to turn this into a chaining debate.