Report a barking dog | City of Greater Geelong

Report a barking dog

Please fill in this online form to inform the City of a Barking Dog in the community.

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Barking dogs can be disruptive to the community. Dogs often bark because they are bored, lonely or frustrated due to lack of exercise and mental stimulation.

It is not unreasonable for dogs to bark, it becomes unreasonable when the barking is continual and excessive.

The state government website has lots of useful information about what you do to help solve the problem both as a neighbour or as an owner. Click here

Enter the address of where the barking dog(s) live (if known)

Have you discussed the issue with the animal owner?

Yes

Please advise the outcome of that discussion?

How many dogs are barking?

What is the description of the dog (Breed, colour, size, name, if known)?

Have you reported this before?

Yes

How long has the dog barking been going for? (days, weeks, months etc)

When does the dog most commonly bark?

How long does the dog bark each time/episode?

How would you describe the barking sound? (High/low pitch, howling etc)

How does the noise impact you?

Are any other neighbours affected?

Yes

Who are the neighbours?

Additional details (optional)

Is there anything you would like to tell us to assist with your request?

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