What to do about my neighbor's dog barking non-stop?

Question

My neighbor's dog has been barking non-stop since early this morning! This is not the first time the dog has done this. I think he/ she may possibly do this while they are gone. We live in an apartment building that is very acceptable to pets(which is great!). I know that this apartment has 2 cats. We were told that the lady below us has 2 cats, a middle school aged daughter, and wanted to know more about us from the landlord before we moved in. We were also told that we were in a very quiet section. No problem. Last summer they got a dog. It barks non-stop for hours until they get home. This is not the first time. Should I write them a note?

I slipped a note under their door that said:

Your dog has been barking non-stop for hours!!! This is not the first time either. We understand that your dog may just be bored when you're not home. Please just know that it is a nuisance to those you live by.

How does that sound?

Answer 1

If the dog is alone at home when its barking is out of control...then yes you need to inform the neighbor in a tactful manner to let them know that it is really annoying when they leave the dog alone...but understand that dogs DO GET BORED when not getting attention or is alone at home. No dogs get along by themselves while they are home alone, unless they are better trained.
If the neighbor is resistant of contributing towards gaining a solution...Then its time to get the landlord involved...of course you can explain the you're not against anyone having a pet, but the dog that's constantly barking loudly is a nuisance and it should be under better control somehow. If the landlord is not much help, then suggest to the neighbor to call the "Dog Whisperer" or a professional trainer or something and get help from there. Otherwise it'll be further out of control, making things more uncomfortable for you and maybe other tenants.
If none of the above will work, then maybe get Animal Control involved, they may be able to help the owner learn of ways to get the dog to control such an annoying behavior.

Answer 2

I totally agree with the answer that the problem is with the owner not the dog. The owners may have no idea this is happening if it stops when they get home. A polite note or quiet word would a good starting point. There are dog trainers that can help dogs which in turn stops the barking. They generally straighten out the owners first, then the easy bit is the dog. If they are responsible owners that should be enough, don't expect immediate results though. If it was tied up on lead in a yard doing that , most people would say that is cruelty and call the authorities. It really is'nt any different .

Answer 3

If they are reasonable that should be fine. One of my dogs were barking when I was gone. (Barking at people, other animals etc., she is very protective) My kids were use to it and drowned it out. When I got home one day a neighbor from around the corner drove up and told me that the dog had been barking all day. I don't like when dogs bark all day and night myself. I apologized and told her I would take care of it. I told my kids they need to stop her from barking at everything during the day when I am gone. They immediately started making the dog be quiet, and that solved the problem.

Like I said if they are reasonable neighbors, they will do something about it. If they don't you may have to take it to the manager or something else. Unfortunately there are people who, no matter how you approach them will be rude.

Answer 4

You can deal with this in this order:

Talk to the owner
Talk to the management office
Talk to the local police

In most places, there is an ordinance about noise level and disturbing peace. When you call the police, make sure you call the NON EMERGENCY number, NOT 911. They appreciate your cooperation for not using 911. Discuss the problem with your local deputy.

Do not do anything that will harm the dog, including feeding it something unpleasant. There is a severe penalty for doing this. Also, remind your neighbor that fact they are not there during the day is not your problem. If you are not comfortable with talking to the neighbor directly, you can talk to the management office first and let them deal with it.

Answer 5

A dog should be trained on how to eat, walk with you, not to bark, potty training and sleep on its place etc. You can teach anything to your puppy, dogs get trained easily with some good instructions. If you want some good training tips visit https://tr.im/uwPmA

If properly trained, they should also understand whistle and gesture equivalents for all the relevant commands, e.g. short whistle or finger raised sit, long whistle or flat hand lay down, and so on.

It's important that they also get gestures and whistles as voice may not be sufficient over long distances and under certain circumstances.

Answer 6

I would do what you ask, and either write the people about their dog, or better yet, talk to them directly about the barking. They may not be aware the dog is barking that much when they aren't home.

Answer 7

Not yet, not until you speak to them about the dog.
Be brave for your family's sake! They might turn into unruly neighbors if you report them quickly! Things will go smoother if you talk to them and give your opinion!

Answer 8

wow some of these answers are from some pretty bright people. how the hell are you going to feed or shoot a dog thats locked in an apartment. duh!

anyway, i agree with the letter or talk to the owner personally. the poor dog probably has to use the bathroom. if you are able offer to let the dog out in the middle of the day. if nothing is done to change it then contact the apartment manager. if nothing is done about it after that then contact the police or animal control. most places have noise ordinances.

Answer 9

you need to talk to them about this issue then if it continues check to see that the dog has food and water and if so then call the police and report it as disturbance DO NOT HARM THE DOG ITS THE OWNERS FAULT NOT THE DOG...and poison is a very slow and painful death someone should slip something into that first responders drink sometime let him see how it would feel....

Answer 10

Write a note and put it on their door or in their mailbox. If it gets no results, then contact the landlord. He has a responsibility to keep tenants from bothering one another. That is part of his job.