Willis, TX Noise Ordinances: Barking Dogs (2026)
Barking dog rules in Willis, TX, 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
- Code Section
- §92.21
- Standard
- Frequent/continued unreasonable sounds
- Enforcement
- Willis PD / MCAS
- Contact MCAS
- mcaspets.org
Summary
Willis §92.21 specifically prohibits keeping any animal or bird that makes frequent or long-continued sounds unreasonably disturbing neighbors. Animal control and Willis Police enforce barking dog complaints.
Sec. 42.01. DISORDERLY CONDUCT. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly:(1) uses abusive, indecent, profane, or vulgar language in a public place, and the language by its very utterance tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(2) makes an offensive gesture or display in a public place, and the gesture or display tends to incite an immediate breach of the peace;(3) creates, by chemical means, a noxious and unreasonable odor in a public place;(4) abuses or threatens a person in a public place in an obviously offensive manner;(5) makes unreasonable noise in a public place other than a sport shooting range, as defined by Section 250.001, Local Government Code, or in or near a private residence that he h
Full Breakdown
Under Willis Code §92.21, it is expressly prohibited to keep any animal or bird that makes frequent, long, or continued sounds that unreasonably annoy, disturb, injure, or endanger the peace, comfort, repose, health, or safety of a reasonable person. This covers persistent barking, howling, or crowing. Animal control in the Willis area is handled in coordination with Montgomery County Animal Services (MCAS). Willis Police can respond to noise complaints. When an animal owner is identified, officers may serve a citation in lieu of impoundment. Contact MCAS at mcaspets.org for animal control services.
Violations & Fines
§92.21 citations for sound nuisance. §92.99 penalty provisions apply. MCAS may also issue animal control citations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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