Barking dog rules in Oshkosh, WI — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Oshkosh considers excessive barking a nuisance. Animal control handles complaints. WI Stat. §174 covers dog regulation statewide.
Oshkosh animal control addresses persistent barking complaints. Documentation with dates, times, and recordings recommended. Warning letter typically issued first. Repeated complaints may trigger a formal hearing. WI Stat. §947.01 (disorderly conduct) may apply to extreme noise disturbances. WI Stat. §174 governs dog licensing and control. Civil nuisance suits also available. HOAs may have additional animal noise provisions.
Warning first. Nuisance finding: $100 to $500. Daily fines for non-compliance. Court-ordered remediation possible.
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