Barking Dogs: Daly City vs Redwood City
How do barking dogs rules compare between Daly City, CA and Redwood City, CA?
Daly City and Redwood City have similar restriction levels.
Daly City, CA
San Mateo County
No Daly City ordinance specifically addresses barking dogs. Chronic barking is enforced under the general disturbing-the-peace chapter, including the 10:00 p.m.-6:00 a.m. ban on noise audible beyond the property, and complaints go to Daly City police rather than the animal-control contractor.
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San Mateo County
Redwood City prohibits dogs from creating excessive noise that disturbs neighbors under Chapter 5 (Animals and Fowl) and the general noise ordinance. Animal control is provided by Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA.
View full Redwood City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Daly City | Redwood City |
|---|---|---|
| Barking-specific ordinance | None; general noise rules apply | - |
| Nighttime rule | No barking audible off-property 10pm-6am | - |
| Anytime rule | No disturbance of public peace | - |
| Complaints go to | Daly City police, not PHS/SPCA | - |
| Standard | - | No habitual barking disturbing neighbors |
| Animal Control | - | Peninsula Humane Society (650) 340-8200 |
| Code | - | RWC City Code Ch. 5 & Ch. 24 |
| Police Non-Emergency | - | (650) 780-7100 |
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Daly City FAQ
Who handles barking dog complaints in Daly City?
The Daly City Police Department. Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA, the contracted animal-control agency for San Mateo County cities, expressly does not take barking complaints and refers residents to their city.
Is there a specific barking dog ordinance in Daly City?
No. Barking falls under the general disturbing-the-peace rules: Section 9.22.010 applies at any hour, and Section 9.22.030 bars noise audible beyond the property between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.
Redwood City FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Redwood City?
Redwood City prohibits dogs from creating excessive noise that disturbs neighbors under Chapter 5 (Animals and Fowl) and the general noise ordinance. Animal control is provided by Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Redwood City?
Standard: No habitual barking disturbing neighbors. Animal Control: Peninsula Humane Society (650) 340-8200. Code: RWC City Code Ch. 5 & Ch. 24. Police Non-Emergency: (650) 780-7100.
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