Dogs bark for many reasons, for example:

• chained to a fixed point without enough room to move 
• kept in a space which is too small
• provoked, deliberately or unintentionally by people, other animals or birds
• under exercised or lacking training
• hungry, sick, thirsty, lonely, on the wrong diet or generally neglected

How can Council help?

• Council can provide advice on ways to stop dogs barking.
• Council also has a video available which explains ways to train your dog to stop barking. This video is loaned to residents free of charge.
• Anti-barking dog collars are available for hire.

How can I stop my dog from barking?

Try the following:

• Remove direct line of sight between the dog and children or animals which may provoke barking.
• Take the dog to a recognised animal trainer for specialised training to discourage bad habits.
• Keep the dog in the house or garage at night.
• Obtain advice on the correct breed of dog for the home where it is kept.