Noisy dogs

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The video and information below may help tenants understand why a dog might cause a nuisance and suggests steps on how to tackle the problem.

Persistent dog barking can be troublesome for both dog owners and their neighbours. Most underlying reasons, such as loneliness and boredom, can be addressed by owners: 

• Leaving a ‘special toy’ that they only get when you’re not there. For example, a dog specific stuffed toy, a chew, or a treat ball or cube. 
• Walking the dog before leaving home and perhaps feeding them a small meal. 
• Closing curtains so the dog cannot see outside or placing in a quieter room with music on. 
• Asking a trusted friend or family member to walk the dog if away during the day.   

Constant barking may also be down to an underlying medical condition. If you don’t have pet insurance, and you are worried about costly veterinary bills, some charities offer support for those on low incomes: 

Blue Cross can offer veterinary care to pets when the owners cannot afford the fees.

The RSPCA offers low cost veterinary care to those that qualify

Households in receipt of Universal Credit Housing Costs/Housing Benefits and Council Tax Support can join the PDSA Pet Care Scheme. A monthly payment of £4.50 a month provides:

• One vet health consultation
• One vaccination or booster every year, including a pet wellbeing MOT or health check.
• 20% discount on full-price vet treatments
• PDSA Helpline – 24/7 pet care advice from qualified vet nurses, whenever you need it
• A quarterly newsletter packed with useful pet health advice
• 15% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance

Seek the help of a behaviourist

The Institute of Modern Dog Trainer’s website provides details of qualified trainers in your area.