Dog owners whose pet cause a serious disturbance to neighbours with continuous barking have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000.
A Derby woman last week had her dog removed from her care after neighbours endured months of the pet barking and howling excessively for long periods of the night, causing the neighbours’ mental health and wellbeing to suffer. The owner had been given a "significant" fine earlier in the year, but after admitting she could not control the animal it was seized.
According to Kennel Store, dogs bark for many reasons - they may be trying to alert you of danger or communicating that they want to play - but it is important not to let the consistent noise become a problem for neighbours.
