Barking dog rules in Hialeah, FL — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Frequent barking, howling, or squawking by a pet dog, cat, or bird audible at 100 feet from the property is a noise violation in Hialeah. Miami-Dade Animal Services handles animal control enforcement.
Frequent barking, howling, or squawking by a pet dog, cat, or bird that is audible at 100 feet from the building, structure, or yard where the animal is located constitutes a noise ordinance violation in Hialeah. Hialeah Police respond to animal noise complaints. Miami-Dade County Animal Services provides animal control within Hialeah. Dog owners are responsible for controlling their animals' noise. Food trucks are prohibited from using loud music or amplification devices near residential areas.
Noise violation fines from $100 to $500. Miami-Dade Animal Services may issue additional penalties up to $5,000 per offense under Chapter 5.
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