Orem, UT Noise Ordinances: Barking Dogs (2026)
Barking dog rules in Orem, UT, also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances, define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Key Facts
- Leash/Containment
- Required on all property
- Licensing
- Required for dogs 4+ months
- License Fee
- $15 neutered / $35 unaltered
- Shelter
- North Utah Valley Animal Shelter, Lindon
Summary
Orem considers excessive and continuous barking a noise nuisance. Dogs must be contained on the owner's property or on a leash. Orem Animal Control responds to barking dog complaints. The North Utah Valley Animal Shelter in Lindon handles impoundment.
Excessive barking anytime during the day or night is a violation of city ordinance. No person may harbor or possess more than two (2) dogs or two (2) cats, four (4) months of age or older. Dogs must be leashed at all times, even in a majority of the city parks.
Full Breakdown
Orem City Code requires all dogs to be contained on the owner's property or on a leash. Excessive and continuous barking that disturbs neighbors is treated as a noise nuisance under Orem's criminal offenses and animal control provisions. Animal Control officers respond to complaints. Barking that violates quiet hours (10:30 PM–7 AM) or is plainly audible at 30 feet from a residence is actionable. Dogs impounded are taken to the North Utah Valley Animal Shelter at 193 N. 2000 W. in Lindon. All dogs over 4 months must be licensed; fees are $15 (spayed/neutered) or $35 (unaltered).
Violations & Fines
Animal control citation for excessive barking or at-large dogs. Impoundment and license fees apply.
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