Barking dog rules in Albuquerque, NM — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Albuquerque ROA Chapter 9, Article 9 prohibits allowing an animal to persistently or continuously bark, howl, or make noise common to its species that disturbs the peace. Enforced by Animal Protection Services and APD.
Under the Noise Control Ordinance, no person shall allow an animal in their possession or control to persistently or continuously bark, howl, or make noise common to its species, or otherwise disturb the peace and quiet of city inhabitants. The HEART Ordinance (ROA Chapter 9, Article 2) also addresses nuisance animal behavior. Complaints are filed with Animal Protection Services or by calling 311 during business hours. After-hours complaints go to APD non-emergency at (505) 242-COPS.
Warning first. Nuisance finding: $100 to $500. Daily fines for non-compliance. Court-ordered remediation possible.
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