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.
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.
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).
Animal control citation for excessive barking or at-large dogs. Impoundment and license fees apply.
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