Another way is to tether him to a doorknob or stable piece of furniture. They escape, but Ani stops to help Della a townsfolk, who dislikes river people, and is presenting something unpleasant. The animal is tied or caged: It has little room to move, and/or is unable to. You don't want to sit around in a cage or the litter box seem like punishment. The dog may think she is punished for.