Barking dog rules in Manteca, 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.
Manteca Municipal Code Title 6, Chapter 6.08 declares any dog that continually and habitually barks, whines, or howls to the discomfort and inconvenience of other citizens a public nuisance. Enforcement is handled by the Manteca Police Department Animal Services Unit.
MMC Chapter 6.08 (Dogs) prohibits ownership or custody of a dog that habitually and continually barks, whines, or howls in a manner that is discomforting or inconvenient to other citizens. Such an animal is declared a public nuisance subject to enforcement. Additionally, it is unlawful to own a vicious animal within city limits. Complaints may be filed with the Animal Services Unit at 1001 West Center Street (209-456-8900). The general noise ordinance under MMC §9.52 also covers animal noise that is plainly audible and unreasonably disturbing.
Dog owners may receive citations and be required to abate the nuisance. Chronic nuisance animals may be subject to impoundment. Civil penalties apply under municipal code enforcement procedures.
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