Dog restraint harms animals physically and mentally; petition urges law change to ban it.
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Experts from animal welfare organizations highlighted that chaining dogs to houses causes both physical and psychological harm, as restraints prevent them from escaping dangers or receiving timely veterinary care. Dogs kept chained often suffer from stress, anxiety, anger, and aggression due to their inability to meet basic needs. Organizations like “SOS animals” frequently receive dogs suffering from injuries sustained from chains and behavioral issues. Animal welfare specialists are campaigning for a law banning the chaining of pets in Lithuania, noting that current laws do not prohibit this practice unless the animal’s condition is critical. A petition has been initiated with the goal of gathering 50,000 signatures to prompt the Seimas to consider the ban. Internationally, some countries, such as Czechia (effective January 1, 2026), have banned chaining dogs, classifying it as animal cruelty with potential fines up to over 41,000 euros, and fifteen other EU nations currently prohibit keeping pets chained long-term.
