Barking dog rules in Fresno, 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.
FMC §9-2701 prohibits habitual barking that disturbs the peace. Dogs may not bark continuously for more than 10 minutes during daytime or 5 minutes at night. Enforcement is primarily complaint-driven through Fresno PD.
FMC §9-2701(a) makes it unlawful to keep any dog that by habitual and continual barking, howling, or whining disturbs the peace and comfort of any neighborhood. Time limits: no more than 10 minutes of continuous barking during daytime hours and 5 minutes at night. §9-2701(b) prohibits dogs that habitually commit nuisances on another person's property. Enforcement via Fresno Police non-emergency (559) 621-7000. City encourages neighbor mediation first; BBB Mediation at (559) 256-6300.
Citations under §9-2701; repeat violations escalate. Animal impound possible for chronic nuisance animals.
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