Barking dog rules in Red Bank, NJ — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Red Bank's animal ordinance requires dogs to be under control at all times. Barking dogs that disturb neighbors fall under both the noise ordinance (Ch. 450) and animal control provisions. Animal Control responds at 732-530-2700. Weather protections apply for animals left outdoors.
Red Bank regulates barking dogs through its noise ordinance (Chapter 450) and animal control provisions. Dogs that create persistent noise disturbing neighbors are subject to enforcement. All dogs must be licensed per borough ordinance, with licenses expiring December 31 each year. Dogs must be leashed (max 6 feet) and accompanied by a capable person when off the owner's property. The borough has progressive animal welfare protections: dogs cannot be left outdoors unattended for over 30 minutes during NWS weather alerts, below 32 degrees F, above 85 degrees F, or during snow/ice/thunderstorms. Choke, prong, and pinch collars are banned. Animal Control can be reached at 732-530-2700 (non-emergency).
Noise violation: minimum $250 fine. Animal control violation: fines per general penalty. Weather-related neglect: additional charges.
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