Barking Dogs

Dogs bark for several reasons, but nuisance barking is when they take a long time to calm down after starting to bark or when they bark excessively, especially at night. Understanding what triggers your dog to bark and training your dog to bark at appropriate times can help address and eliminate the issue.

A constantly barking dog can be a source of irritation and can create conflict between neighbors. Kempsey Shire Council receives many barking dog complaints every year and has the power to address barking dog problems if they are found to be an issue under New South Wales legislation.

Most barking dogs complaints can be resolved simply by making the owner aware that the problem exists. An owner who is absent for long periods may not be aware that their dog is barking at all. 

You should tell the owner of the dog that the dog is barking and how the barking is affecting you. Once informed, an owner can take action to fix the problem.