Barking Dogs: Mesa vs Phoenix
How do barking dogs rules compare between Mesa, AZ and Phoenix, AZ?
Mesa and Phoenix have similar restriction levels.
Mesa, AZ
Maricopa County
Mesa prohibits animals that frequently howl, bark, meow, squawk, or make other sounds that disturb neighbors. The city has a formal Animal Noise Disturbance Complaint process through Animal Control.
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Maricopa County
Phoenix prohibits keeping any animal that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing neighbors under Sec. 23-14(d). Complaints filed through Phoenix Police non-emergency line or Neighborhood Services.
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| Fact | Mesa | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Frequent/continuous duration | Frequent/long-continued noise |
| Code Section | Title 6, Ch. 12, Sec. 6-12-3 | Sec. 23-14(d) |
| Complaints | Mesa Animal Control | Phoenix PD non-emergency |
| First Fine | $250 | - |
| Penalty | - | Class 1 misdemeanor |
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Mesa FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Mesa?
Mesa prohibits animals that frequently howl, bark, meow, squawk, or make other sounds that disturb neighbors. The city has a formal Animal Noise Disturbance Complaint process through Animal Control.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Mesa?
Standard: Frequent/continuous duration. Code Section: Title 6, Ch. 12, Sec. 6-12-3. Complaints: Mesa Animal Control. First Fine: $250.
Phoenix FAQ
What are the rules about barking dogs in Phoenix?
Phoenix prohibits keeping any animal that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing neighbors under Sec. 23-14(d). Complaints filed through Phoenix Police non-emergency line or Neighborhood Services.
How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Phoenix?
Code Section: Sec. 23-14(d). Standard: Frequent/long-continued noise. Complaints: Phoenix PD non-emergency. Penalty: Class 1 misdemeanor.
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