Barking Dogs
by Lindsey Lee

We have received several complaints from residents about neighboring dogs that bark all the time. Sometimes, people aren’t aware that their pet is annoying others. Although not a violation of the deed restrictions, dogs that bark excessively do violate city's sound nuisance law.

The City of Houston Code of Ordinances §30.05 prohibits keeping any animal that makes frequent or long and continued sound that disturbs others.

If you have problems with a neighbor's dog barking too much, talk to you neighbor first. If that doesn't resolve the problem, contact the OFNA and we will mail a letter to the resident regarding the problem. Also, call the police at 713-222-3131 or 911.