Barking dog rules in Montgomery, AL — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Montgomery addresses barking dogs under both its noise ordinance and animal control code (Chapter 4). Dogs that bark persistently and disturb neighbors constitute a nuisance. Montgomery Animal Control investigates complaints.
Under Montgomery's Chapter 4 (Animals), owners must prevent their animals from becoming a nuisance to neighbors. Persistent or habitual barking that disturbs the peace qualifies as a nuisance. Montgomery Animal Control handles complaints and may issue warnings before citations. The noise ordinance (Chapter 18) also applies to animal-generated noise that is loud and disturbing.
Owners may receive warnings followed by citations and fines. Repeated violations can result in mandatory corrective action or animal impoundment.
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