Barking dog rules in Downey, 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.
Downey Municipal Code Section 4600 prohibits keeping any dog, animal, or fowl that by barking, howling, or other sound disturbs the peace or comfort of neighboring inhabitants.
Under Downey Municipal Code Section 4600, no person shall keep, maintain, or permit upon any lot or parcel of land under their control any dog, animal, or fowl which by any sound, bark, or cry disturbs the peace or comfort of neighboring inhabitants or interferes with any person for the reasonable and comfortable enjoyment of life and property. Animal control services for Downey are provided by SEAACA (Southeast Area Animal Control Authority). Complaints about barking dogs should be directed to SEAACA or the Downey Police Department.
Violations are misdemeanors under Section 4600. Owners may receive warnings before citations. Persistent offenders may face fines and potential animal control intervention.
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