My neighbour’s dog is always barking and causing a noise nuisance, what can I do?
Dogs do bark, but it isn’t natural or necessary for them to bark continuously. If you are having a problem with a neighbour’s barking dog then you have two main options. First, for the sake of keeping on good terms, you should consider approaching your neighbour and politely let them know that their dog is causing a problem. The dog’s owner is often unaware that this is the case and it would be helpful to them if you could explain when the dog tends to bark. It is important not to get cross with your neighbour even though the barking may have made you feel that way. Secondly, If this approach fails, or if you feel unable to approach your neighbour, you can contact the Public Protection Department to make a complaint – you can do this by completing an online noise pollution form, or by calling 01978 298989, or by email: Contact-Us@wrexham.gov.uk. Unfortunately complaints cannot be made anonymously. For your complaint to be dealt with you must supply your name, full address and either an
