Man who bound dog's mouth with tape sentenced to 5 years FOX 5 DC U.S. Published March 27, 2017 4:35 PM EDT Share Copy Link Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Reddit Published March 27, 2017 4:35 PM EDT CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP/WTXF) - A South Carolina man who wrapped electrical tape around a dog's muzzle to stop her from barking has been sentenced to five years in prison.