Barking Dogs: Bellingham vs Quincy
How do barking dogs rules compare between Bellingham, MA and Quincy, MA?
Bellingham has fewer restrictions than Quincy.
Bellingham, MA
Norfolk County
Norfolk County does not regulate barking dogs at the county level. Dog noise complaints are handled by each municipality's animal control officer and police department under local bylaws.
View full Bellingham rules →Quincy, MA
Norfolk County
Quincy Code Article III (Animal Control) prohibits owners or keepers from allowing animals to disturb the quiet of any person by barking, howling, biting, or other manner. Violations can be enforced through noncriminal complaint.
View full Quincy rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Bellingham | Quincy |
|---|---|---|
| County Rule? | None — municipal jurisdiction | - |
| State Authority | MGL c. 140 §157 — municipalities may declare dogs nuisances | - |
| Who to Call | Your town's Animal Control Officer | - |
| Licensing | MGL c. 140 §136A requires annual dog license in each town | - |
| Code Section | - | Quincy Code Art. III (Animal Control) |
| Fine | - | $50 per offense (noncriminal) |
| Enforcement | - | Animal Control: (617) 479-1212 |
| Also covered by | - | Ch. 215 noise ordinance |
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Bellingham FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Norfolk County?
Norfolk County does not regulate barking dogs at the county level. Dog noise complaints are handled by each municipality's animal control officer and police department under local bylaws.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Norfolk County?
County Rule?: None — municipal jurisdiction. State Authority: MGL c. 140 §157 — municipalities may declare dogs nuisances. Who to Call: Your town's Animal Control Officer. Licensing: MGL c. 140 §136A requires annual dog license in each town.
Quincy FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Quincy?
Quincy Code Article III (Animal Control) prohibits owners or keepers from allowing animals to disturb the quiet of any person by barking, howling, biting, or other manner. Violations can be enforced through noncriminal complaint.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Quincy?
Code Section: Quincy Code Art. III (Animal Control). Fine: $50 per offense (noncriminal). Enforcement: Animal Control: (617) 479-1212. Also covered by: Ch. 215 noise ordinance.
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