Dogs - What can I do about a barking dog?

Barking frequently or for continued duration (in excess of 20 minutes) is considered a noise disturbance and your dog can be considered a public nuisance (Chapter 12, Section 9 of the town by-laws). Penalties are as follows:

  • 1st Offense: Warning
  • 2nd Offense: $50
  • 3rd and Subsequent Offenses: $100

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