Report a noisy dog

If noise from a dog is disturbing you, approaching the owner informally to discuss it is often all that is needed to solve the problem. Complaints about a dog constantly barking or whining often arise when the dog's owners leave them unattended for a long time during the day. The owners are therefore often unaware that there is a problem.

How the Councils can help

If you are unable to calmly resolve the issue with the dog's owner, you can report it to us. The Councils' Dog Wardens will contact the dog owner to discuss the issue and hopefully resolve the problem without any need for litigation. If the problem persists legal action may be instigated under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

Make a complaint about a noisy dog

If you have a complaint about a noisy dog, please contact the Dogs Section:

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Get in touch:

Public Health & Regulation ====================== NOTE: to make a dog complaint please use the form on the page (do not use the email link below)

Telephone01903 221064

EmailEmail this service (publichealth.regulation@adur-worthing.gov.uk)

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Page last updated: 20 August 2021

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