Barking dog rules in Cobb County, GA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Cobb County §50-257 — keeping any animal that by frequent or long-continued noise disturbs comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity is a violation. Cobb County Animal Services (770-499-4136) enforces.
Under Cobb County Code §50-257, it is unlawful to keep any animal or bird which causes frequent or long-continued noise that disturbs the comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity. This covers dogs that bark persistently, especially during quiet hours (11 PM–7 AM). Complaints are filed with Cobb County Animal Services (1060 Al Bishop Drive, Marietta, GA 30008; phone 770-499-4136) or Cobb County Police non-emergency. Animal Services can issue notices of violation and citations. GA Code §4-8-20+ Responsible Dog Ownership Law also applies statewide.
Violation punishable per §1-10 by Magistrate Court; Animal Services may cite and/or impound.
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