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Fayetteville, AR Noise Ordinances: Barking Dogs (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Barking dog rules in Fayetteville, AR, also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances, define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.

Key Facts

Standard
Unwarranted, continuous, or frequent
Agency
Fayetteville Animal Services
Report (day)
479-444-3456
After Hours
Police 479-587-3555
Code
Chapter 92; Chapter 96

Summary

Fayetteville's animal code (Chapter 92) defines a noisy animal as any domestic animal that barks, whines, or howls in an unwarranted, continuous, loud, or frequent fashion. Animal Services investigates, and barking is also a Chapter 96 noise disturbance.

Noisy animals. Any domestic animal which barks, whines, or howls in an unwarranted, or continuous, or loud, or frequent fashion.

Source: Fayetteville Unified Development CodeView official code

Full Breakdown

Chapter 92 of the Fayetteville Code classifies dogs that bark, whine, or howl in an unwarranted, continuous, loud, or frequent fashion as noisy animals. Animal Services officers investigate barking complaints during business hours at 479-444-3456; after hours, complaints go to Police non-emergency at 479-587-3555. Residents should keep a log of dates and times. Excessive barking is also enforceable as a noise disturbance under Chapter 96 (Noise Control), which carries fines up to $500. HOAs may add stricter animal-noise rules.

Violations & Fines

Animal Services issues a warning first. Continued violations are citable under Chapter 92 and enforceable as a Chapter 96 noise disturbance, with fines up to $500 per offense and $250 per continuing day.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do about a neighbor's barking dog?
Log the dates and times, then call Animal Services at 479-444-3456 during business hours or Police non-emergency at 479-587-3555 after hours.
Is barking actually against the law in Fayetteville?
Yes. Chapter 92 defines unwarranted, continuous, or frequent barking as a noisy animal, and it can also be cited as a noise disturbance under Chapter 96.

Sources & Official References

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