Report a Barking Dog
Report a Barking Dog
Report a Barking Dog
Reporting a barking dog
Last updated on: 04 December 2023
Barking dogs
Barking is a dog's natural way of communicating and a normal behaviour. However, if the dog continually or persistently barks then this constitutes a nuisance and may require City involvement.
Refer to our barking dog webpage for further information on the causes and prevention options for barking dogs.
Complaints process
- The City will respond to complaints about barking dogs
- A dog is considered a nuisance by law when it persistently barks to such a degree or extent that it unreasonably interferes with the peace, comfort or convenience of any person
- If possible, approach your neighbour in the first instance and explain your concerns in a polite manner. Alternatively, you can leave a Dog Barking Letter at their property
- If this is not possible, please log a complaint below
- As part of a formal complaint investigation, you will be required to complete a Dog Barking Diary. The diary needs to be as accurate as possible as it may be used as evidence. Please also provide a completed complaint form
- You may also be called upon to give evidence in court, however legal proceedings will only be taken as a last resort when all other possible options have failed.
Anonymous requests
- Due to the legal requirement to complete a Dog Barking Diary, the City is unable to investigate a barking dog complaint if you choose to remain anonymous
- Wherever possible, the City will endeavour to protect the complainant's identity.
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