Neighborhood Dogs, Cats, and Other Pets
Having a problem with a neighbor's dog? One that barks, barks, and barks, escapes from their owner's yard and causes problems, or a dog you're concerned is dangerous? A simple talk with the dog's owners could prompt them to fix their backyard fence, keep the dog indoors, or start dropping their pooch at doggie daycare. If discussions don't do it, enlist the help of an experienced local mediator (many community mediation groups handle disputes involving dogs).
You may also be able to get help from your local animal control agency or the police. Finally, if nothing else works, you can sue the owner of a nuisance dog in small claims court.
Barking Dogs and Other Pet Nuisances
Barking Dogs and Other Pet Nuisances
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Talking to Neighbors Who Have a Barking Dog
Even if you think it won't help, it never hurts to try to work something out.
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Barking Dogs: State and Local Laws That Can Help
What are your legal options if you have a barking dog problem in your neighborhood?
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How Animal Control Authorities Can Help a Barking Dog Problem
Animal control departments might be able to help with a neighbor problem.
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Barking Dogs: Suing for Nuisance in Small Claims Court
If neighbors won't keep their dog quiet, as a last resort you can sue in small claims court.
Owning a Pet
Owning a Pet
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Many cities limit dogs to two or three per household.
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My neighbor shot my dog for trespassing. What can I do?
Legal realities after a neighbor harms or kills a pet.
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I Live in a No-Animal Rental Building, But Neighbor Has Cats! What Do I Do?
Where to turn when an apartment neighbor violates a rule against pets.
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