Barking Dogs: Attleboro vs Taunton
How do barking dogs rules compare between Attleboro, MA and Taunton, MA?
Attleboro and Taunton have similar restriction levels.
Attleboro, MA
Bristol County
Attleboro addresses nuisance dogs under its animal control ordinance and state law MGL Ch. 140. Dogs that habitually bark or cause disturbances may result in enforcement action. Animal Control (27A Pond Street North) handles complaints.
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Bristol County
Taunton's noise ordinance Chapter 315 prohibits keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued sounds plainly audible within a noise-sensitive zone or at 50 feet from the lot line. Violations are fined up to $100 for the first offense, escalating to $300.
View full Taunton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Attleboro | Taunton |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Habitual barking subject to enforcement | Audible 50 ft from lot line |
| State Law | MGL Ch. 140 §157 (nuisance dogs) | - |
| Enforcement | Animal Control / Police | Police / Animal Control / Board of Health |
| Contact | Animal Control: 27A Pond Street North | - |
| Code | - | Chapter 315 + Ch. 191 Animals |
| Fine (1st) | - | Up to $100 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Attleboro FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Attleboro?
Attleboro addresses nuisance dogs under its animal control ordinance and state law MGL Ch. 140. Dogs that habitually bark or cause disturbances may result in enforcement action. Animal Control (27A Pond Street North) handles complaints.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Attleboro?
Standard: Habitual barking subject to enforcement. State Law: MGL Ch. 140 §157 (nuisance dogs). Enforcement: Animal Control / Police. Contact: Animal Control: 27A Pond Street North.
Taunton FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Taunton?
Taunton's noise ordinance Chapter 315 prohibits keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued sounds plainly audible within a noise-sensitive zone or at 50 feet from the lot line. Violations are fined up to $100 for the first offense, escalating to $300.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Taunton?
Standard: Audible 50 ft from lot line. Code: Chapter 315 + Ch. 191 Animals. Fine (1st): Up to $100. Enforcement: Police / Animal Control / Board of Health.
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