Glendale, AZ Noise Ordinances: Barking Dogs (2026)

Glendale addresses barking dogs through its nuisance ordinance, Section 25-24(f). No person shall keep or harbor any animal that by frequent or habitual barking, howling, yelping, crowing, or making of other noises disturbs the peace and quiet of two or more independent witnesses who are not related to each other. The barking must be persistent and not merely occasional. To initiate enforcement, the city requires a petition signed by at least two witnesses in separate households who have independent knowledge of the nuisance. The Glendale Police Department responds to active noise complaints, while Code Compliance handles ongoing nuisance cases. Upon receiving a valid complaint, the animal owner is notified and given an opportunity to correct the situation. Remedies may include training, bark collars, bringing the dog indoors during quiet hours, or addressing the underlying cause of excessive barking. Failure to comply may result in civil citations with fines or, in persistent cases, criminal court action through the Glendale Municipal Court.