petrestraintregulation
nounUK /pɛt rɪˈstreɪnt ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
US /pɛt rɪˈstreɪnt ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/
A rule that says how you must keep your pet safely held or controlled.
The city's pet restraint regulation says dogs must be on a leash in the park.
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2. A law about how tightly or safely an animal may be tied up.
The new pet restraint regulation bans leaving dogs chained all day.
3. Rules for keeping pets secure during travel or at events.
The airline's pet restraint regulation requires a carrier for small animals.
4. Official limits on holding an animal for safety reasons.
Vets follow a pet restraint regulation when handling nervous animals.