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All dogs bark - it's natural. Unfortunately, it can be annoying for neighbours.
 Dogs can bark because they are:
- Seeking attention
- Bored
- Lonely
- Anxious
- Socially isolated
- Protecting their territory.
There are a range of simple effective solutions that may reduce your dog barking, these can be viewed in the barking dog fact sheet. There are also steps you can take if a neighbour's pet is causing you problems.
Talk to the owner of the dog in a friendly and polite way. They may not be aware of the problem.
If the owner is unapproachable or does not agree that a problem exists, you can contact the Community Justice Centre or the Chambers of Magistrate. They provide free mediation, which is impartial, confidential and available after hours.
If these methods do not work you should contact Liverpool City Council's Customer Service Centre on 1300 36 2170.
Where there is a barking dog issue, you must keep a record of the date and times of the barking dogs and submit a two week diary record to Council.
Dog collar hire
Citronella collars are available for hire from Council. The citronella collar sprays the dog with citronella when it barks, discouraging the dog from barking.
| Hire fee |
$21.00 per week |
| Bond |
$100.00 |
| Late fee |
$20.00 per week |
| Replacement fee |
$290 (if broken, lost or stolen) |
Conditions
- Minimum hire is one week
- Maximum hire is two weeks
- What you get is the dog collar, batteries and citronella spray
- You must sign an agreement
- You must live in the Liverpool Local Government Area
- You will receive your bond back once the collar has been tested. The bond will then be returned to you in the form of a cheque.
- People can go on a waiting list.
Call Council's Customer Contact Centre on 1300 36 2170.
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