Noise from Barking Dogs

Barking comes naturally to dogs, but the constant barking or whining of a dog can be disturbing or annoying for the neighbours. Often the problem occurs when the owner of the dog is out of the house and so the owner doesn’t know until someone complains.

In law, a barking dog can be a noise nuisance. The owner can be taken to court if he does nothing to stop the nuisance.

If you are a dog owner and wish to obtain advice about avoiding causing a nuisance you may wish to speak to your vet or an animal behaviour expert.  Customer Services can also take complaints for the Dog Warden Service on 01664 502502.