Complaints

Barking Dog Complaints

It’s against City & County of Honolulu law for a dog to bark constantly for 10 minutes or 30 minutes on and off to the disturbance of others. The Humane Society helps to resolve complaints by working with pet owners on how to remedy the situation. Quiet neighborhoods are important for all. Unresolved, persistent barking can lead to fines and court appearances. Complainants must be willing to complete a statement form and be willing to appear in court to serve as witness to the violation.

If education or neighbor-to-neighbor communication does not resolve the problem, there are other community resources available such as The Mediation Center of The Pacific, 521-6767, www.mediatehawaii.org.

Click here for a brochure on barking reasons and resolution.

Citronella collars can be purchased or rented from the Humane Society. Call 356-2218 for information.