Barking by neighbor's dog all night causing problem what to do

863 votes

There is no law in existence which can stop a person from keeping a pet in the house. Futhermore, there is no limit as to the no. of dogs one can keep in his house. Even if the Resident Welfare Association makes bye-laws against keeping pets, the same cannot be made binding on you as it would be a violation of your Fundamental Right to Life guaranteed under Article 21.



All your neighbor can do is register a complaint for nuisance against you but she needs to prove the same in the Court of law which is a very cumbersome process. But in any case, she cannot make the police take your dogs away, so there is no need to be afraid of her empty threats.



Moreover, if your neighbour does anything to your pets, they can be booked under Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Act, 1960. Your neighbour's act would be against Article 51 A (g) of Constitution whereby a duty is cast on her to have compassion for pets.



We would also like to mention that you can register a complaint with police against your neighbour for verbal abuse (using foul language) against you.

Advocate Siddhant Sharma LawRato

719 votes

1.Talk to your neighbor gently regarding this issue.
2. Get the help of other neighbors,they also might be keep awakening beccause of the dog's barking.
3.Try to get the help from local law enforcement agencies like municipality or corporation with evidence to show that you are suffering a lot because of the dog's barking at night.(live videos, logs,letters sent (if anything)).

4. If there is no response send a legal notice.
5.file a case against them on causing nuisance.
6.you have the right to enjoy peace at your home.

Advocate K Prema LawRato