Barking dog rules in Philadelphia, PA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Phila. Code §10-403(6) prohibits more than 5 animal sounds during any 5-minute period if audible beyond 50 feet of the property boundary. Fines are $100–$400; repeat violations may result in animal removal.
Phila. Code §10-403(6) prohibits causing or permitting more than 5 expressions of animal sound (individual barks or other sounds from one or more animals) during a 5-minute period, if audible at a distance greater than 50 feet from the property boundary. A companion provision under §10-105 prohibits animal noise causing unreasonable annoyance to any person within 500 feet of the owner. Exemptions apply to zoos, veterinary facilities, animal shelters, circuses, and licensed educational facilities. Complaints handled by ACCT Philly (animal control) and PPD.
First offense: $100–$300. Second offense within 12 months: $200–$400. Third offense: proceedings for animal removal.
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