Barking dog rules in Colorado Springs, CO — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Continuously barking or howling dogs that create unreasonable disturbances are prohibited under Colorado Springs City Code §9.9.302 and the general noise ordinance §9.8.101.
City Code §9.9.302 prohibits dogs at large or creating public nuisances. A dog that barks, howls, or makes other noise that constitutes an unreasonable disturbance to neighbors falls under the general noise prohibition in §9.8.101 as well as the animal control provisions. Animal Welfare Officers through the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) respond to animal nuisance complaints. Owners may receive a warning, citation, or be required to appear in municipal court. Owners are allowed up to four dogs per property (§6.7.106.F).
Citations issued under animal control and noise ordinances. Repeat violations may result in mandatory court appearance and fines up to $999.
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