Barking dog rules in Brookline, MA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Brookline's General By-Laws and nuisance control provisions prohibit animals from creating persistent noise disturbances. Animal Control handles complaints about barking dogs in Brookline.
Brookline's General By-Laws prohibit noise pollution from any source, including animals. Persistent barking that exceeds Background Noise Level under Article 8.15 is actionable. Animal Control Officers at the Brookline Animal Control Division investigate complaints. Owners are responsible for ensuring their dogs do not create nuisances. Brookline also has an active dog licensing program; all dogs must be licensed with the Town.
Noise violation fines under Art. 8.15. Animal Control may also issue separate animal nuisance citations.
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