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Barking Dogs: Milwaukee vs West Allis

How do barking dogs rules compare between Milwaukee, WI and West Allis, WI?

Milwaukee and West Allis have similar restriction levels.

Milwaukee, WI

Milwaukee County

Some Restrictions

Persistent barking that constitutes a nuisance is prohibited under MCO Chapter 78 (Animals) and Chapter 80 (Nuisances). Owners can be cited and fined.

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West Allis, WI

Milwaukee County

Some Restrictions

Animal noise in West Allis falls under the general noise ordinance §7.035 and the city's animal ordinances. Persistent barking disturbing neighbors is subject to citation. Animal Control handles dogs running loose; Health Dept. handles noise complaints.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactMilwaukeeWest Allis
CodeMCO Chapter 78 (Animals)-
EnforcementDNS Residential Enforcement — AnimalsHealth Dept. (noise) / Police (animal control)
Contact(414) 286-2759-
FinesCivil penalty for nuisance animal violations-
Authority-§7.035 noise + animal ordinances
Barking-Persistent barking is a nuisance violation
Citation-Can be issued without prior notice

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Milwaukee FAQ

What are the rules about barking dogs in Milwaukee?

Persistent barking that constitutes a nuisance is prohibited under MCO Chapter 78 (Animals) and Chapter 80 (Nuisances). Owners can be cited and fined.

How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in Milwaukee?

Code: MCO Chapter 78 (Animals). Enforcement: DNS Residential Enforcement — Animals. Contact: (414) 286-2759. Fines: Civil penalty for nuisance animal violations.

West Allis FAQ

What are the rules about barking dogs in West Allis?

Animal noise in West Allis falls under the general noise ordinance §7.035 and the city's animal ordinances. Persistent barking disturbing neighbors is subject to citation. Animal Control handles dogs running loose; Health Dept. handles noise complaints.

How do I file a noise complaint about a barking dog in West Allis?

Authority: §7.035 noise + animal ordinances. Barking: Persistent barking is a nuisance violation. Enforcement: Health Dept. (noise) / Police (animal control). Citation: Can be issued without prior notice.

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