Barking Dogs
Dogs bark naturally - however, constant
barking, whining or howling can be disturbing and annoying for you
and your neighbours and is not normal dog behaviour.
Dog owners, particularly if they are at work all day, may not
realise that while they are away the dog is causing a problem. Many
dog owners are concerned when they realise their dog is in distress
while they are away.
If you experience a problem with a barking dog, approaching the
owner is a useful first step. Dog barking is not difficult to
resolve as there is plenty of assistance and advice available from
Dog Trust, vets, pet behaviourists, RSPCA and other animal
charities.
We have successfully prosecuted irresponsible dog owners who
have continued to allow their dogs to cause nuisance but this is
the exception rather than the rule. It is rarely the dog’s
fault.
- Don’t leave dogs alone for long periods of time. It isn’t fair
on the dog or the neighbours
- The majority of dog barking complaints we deal with are about
dogs left in the garden while the owner goes to work
- Don’t be tempted to leave outbuildings open. Empty garages left
open as a shelter for dogs can mean the barking is amplified and
carries a longer distance as it echoes off the walls
See the
DirectGov website to give you some ideas about how to
solve the problem of a barking dog.
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This webpage was updated on
12/22/2011