My neighbours dog barks all the time, who do I complain to and how?
Animal noise complaints can be reported during normal business hours (Monday to Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.) by calling 416-338-PAWS(7297). As part of our investigation, we will make sure the owner is in compliance with the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349 (PDF file size 95KB) The Municipal Code requires an owner to provide adequate and appropriate care for their animals. However the code does not require an owner to allow their dog to sleep inside the house. Where an animal is kept outside with adequate food, water and shelter and is not injured or in poor condition, the owner is not committing an offence. If you believe the dog is barking because it is suffering or in distress, contact the OSPCA at 1-888-ONT-SPCA (1-888-668-7722).
Animal noise complaints can be reported during normal business hours (Monday to Sunday 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.) by calling 416-338-PAWS(7297). As part of our investigation, we will make sure the owner is in compliance with the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 349 (PDF file size 95KB) The Municipal Code requires an owner to provide adequate and appropriate care for their animals. However the code does not require an owner to allow their dog to sleep inside the house. Where an animal is kept outside with adequate food, water and shelter and is not injured or in poor condition, the owner is not committing an offence. If you believe the dog is barking because it is suffering or in distress, contact the OSPCA at 1-888-ONT-SPCA (1-888-668-7722).
