How long can a dog bark legally in UK?
Caroline Kihn
2025-06-20 23:07:56
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It is reasonable to expect, and it is not against the law for a dog to bark. However, if the disturbance is substantial enough to be classed as a Statutory Nuisance then it is likely that a Noise Abatement Notice will be served on the dog’s owner requiring them to stop the nuisance. It is a criminal offence not to comply with such a notice and the council may prosecute and you could be faced with a fine up to £5,000, plus costs.
Nakia Jaskolski
2025-06-20 20:42:52
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What is considered to be excessive and persistent barking can be difficult to gauge but, as a general rule of thumb, we would investigate and deal with uncontrollable barking, whining or crying, especially at inappropriate times or in circumstances that interfere significantly with how someone uses and enjoys their property.
For example, Continuous barking for 30 minutes on 5 days over a 7 day period.
Barking for more than a combined total of 2 hours in 24.
Barking occurring during “quiet hours” between 11pm and 7am.
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