Tag: Dog Laws
Bark laws, leash laws, pooper scooper ordinances — who knew there were so many dog laws? Browse articles about legal issues involving pets. As a dog owner, you probably should be up to date on the dog laws in your area.
Dog regulations vary from state to state and among municipalities. To familiarize yourself with your area’s pet laws, visit your city or town hall, your local animal shelters, or call the police department non-emergency line or the local animal control officer.
Did you also know that even apartment complexes and homeowner’s associations can have their own rules and regulations regarding pets?
Pooper scooper laws dictate how, when, and where dog owners must pick up and dispose of their pet’s waste.
Leash laws ensure the safety of residents and pets, especially in public areas like sidewalks and parks.
License laws require dogs to have a valid license to track the dog back to its owner. Licenses are usually offered annually.
Dog vaccination requirements can vary; however, the rabies vaccine is required in almost every state and city.
Dangerous dog laws often focus on specific breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers and typically mandate dogs are properly confined at their residence and muzzled in public.
The articles in this category are about rules and regulations that govern our pets. You will also find articles that contain helpful information that protect you and your family from aggressive or nuisance animals.
6 Dog Owner Laws You Should Know About
Photo by Lance Grandahl on Unsplash You probably know about laws and local ordinances that pertain to pets, especially dangerous pets. But did you know there are seven types of dog owner laws, and if you violate them, you could pay fines? Part of welcoming a dog into your family involves following your local dog laws and regulations. Non-compliance can lead to civil consequences such as fines or criminal penalties for you and euthanization for...Read more
How to File a Noise Complaint About a Barking Dog
Your neighbor’s barking dog is driving you mad. What do you do? You may be reminded of old sayings, like, “Hear no evil, see no evil, speak no evil.” In other words, always be of good mind, kind words, and good action with your neighbors. Until, that is, it’s 3 a.m. and the cacophony of their barking German shepherd jerks you out of a deep sleep. Again. If you find yourself in this situation, you...Read more
Who Do I Call to Complain About a Neighbor’s Barking Dog?
What are the most annoying sounds to the human ear? Fingernails on a chalkboard, car alarms, squeaking brakes, microphone feedback, mosquitoes and flies, and … excessive barking dogs, according to several surveys we found. And when it’s someone else’s dog that’s barking excessively? The annoyance factor can be off the charts. Whether you’re just starting your research for tools to help you stop a barking dog, or you’ve reached your whit’s end and feel you’ve...Read more