Information for the Complainant
Is a barking dog a problem in your neighborhood? This page provides tips and other helpful information and resources to people who are disturbed or negatively affected by barking dogs.
Tips to Deal with a Barking Dog Issue
- Talk to your neighbor or leave your neighbor a note about the barking
- Communicating with the dog owner is usually the most effective way to resolve the issue.
- Talk to your neighbor or write the note when you are not frustrated about the barking.
- Speak to your neighbor or write the note in a friendly manner.
- Let your neighbor know about the times that the dog is barking, especially if the barking occurs when the owner is not home; he or she may be unaware of the problem or its severity.
- Ask your neighbor if you can contact him or her if the barking is a problem.
- If you feel safe doing so, provide your contact information so the owner can respond to your concerns.
- Refer your neighbor to our website; we have great tips for owners on our site for dog owners.
Additional Resource Information
| Barking Dog Hotline To have information sent to a barking dog owner in your neighborhood or to receive a Barking Dog Petition by mail | 602-262-6466 |
| Arizona Humane Society Calls on mistreated, abused, and neglected animals | 602-997-7585 |
| City of Phoenix Public Works Solid Waste Calls on accumulated feces and odors | (602) 262-7251 |
| Maricopa County Animal Care and Control Picks up dogs at large and dogs that bite | (602) 506-7387 |
| City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Calls on crowing roosters | (602) 262-7844 |
| City of Phoenix Law on Barking Dogs | Get more information on barking dogs. |