Whilst the leaflet 'Is your dog barking too much?' is useful as a first step for the owners of noisy dogs, the guidance in Constant Barking Can Be Avoided provides Environmental Health Officers and dog wardens with more detailed information on the possible reasons and solutions for nuisance caused by barking dogs.
 
 

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Being a considerate neighbour
It is a fact of life that we all do things which can have an impact on our neighbours and on the quality of the local environment. Whether we are playing music, having a bonfire or own a dog that constantly barks. Consideration and awareness are the key to making sure your actions are not a problem for others.

Addressing the problem
If you are concerned about noise or other nuisance, for example, coming from a neighbour's home, a local business or manufacturer often the best way to deal with the problem is to go to the source. Talk to the person or company responsible and explain the problem. You may find that you can resolve the problem amicably without recourse to further action.

Mediation
If the direct approach does not succeed you may want to consider mediation. An independent third party will listen to the views of both parties and help them reach an agreement. You can obtain details about the location of services in your area from Mediation UK on 0117 904 6661.

Formal action
When informal action is not possible or fails, you can resolve the problem by taking formal action. The most common route involves complaining to your local authority about the problem