Barking dog rules in Compton, CA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Compton Municipal Code Chapter 7 prohibits keeping animals that by persistent barking, howling, or noise disturb the peace and comfort of neighbors. Animal control is provided by the Compton Animal Center.
Under Compton Municipal Code Chapter 7 (Police Regulations), keeping any animal that by habitual or frequent barking, howling, yelping, or other noise disturbs the peace, comfort, or repose of neighboring inhabitants is prohibited. The Compton Animal Center (operated through LA County Department of Animal Care and Control) handles barking dog complaints and animal nuisance issues. Officers investigate complaints, issue warnings, and may cite owners for persistent violations. Residents should document the frequency and duration of barking before filing a complaint.
Animal noise violations may result in warnings, citations, and potential animal control intervention. Persistent violations under Chapter 7 are misdemeanors.
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