Relating to cruelty to animals

HB 5670 would update West Virginia's animal cruelty law by establishing specific care standards for animal owners. It requires providing food meeting National Research Council standards, water every four hours, and shelter with detailed specifications (e.g., four-sided structures with proper insulation). The bill also sets strict tethering rules - like using non-choke harnesses and limiting tether length - and creates a public registry for repeat offenders (second violation), barring them from adopting or purchasing animals. This bill directly affects pet owners, caretakers, and animal shelters statewide.