Even with every desire, it is not always possible to let the situation take its course, because an aggressive dog not only spoils the mood, but can also harm members of your family.
Relations with neighbors on SNT do not always suit summer residents. Disputes over the location of the fence and outbuildings, loud music and banal theft often turn a country holiday into sheer torment. To this list it is worth adding being next to an angry dog who tries to bite you over the fence or whines and howls from morning until late at night.
On forums, summer residents regularly discuss this problem. They especially often complain about the inadequacy of owners who do not put the dog on a chain, allow them to run freely around the property, scare and bite adults and children. Impudent dogs can even lie freely in other people's beds, and sometimes they are not averse to “snack” someone’s pet. There are cases when a dog does not seem to be very aggressive, but barks all day. As soon as the summer resident approaches his own gate, the animal begins to rush around on a chain or rush out through the fence. And this happens all the time!
People also face the following situations:
- the enclosure with the dog is located close to their fence and house;
- a neighbor walks his dog early in the morning and all the local dogs start barking loudly;
- the dog barks and howls at night, preventing you from falling asleep;
- there is an unpleasant odor coming from the side of the dog enclosure;
- neighbors abuse their dog, making it even more aggressive.
What to do in these situations, how to feel like a master at your own dacha and not observe unpleasant scenes? There are several solutions!
Talk to your neighbors
The simplest, although not the most effective, way to solve the problem is to talk personally with the dog owner. Often, owners have no idea what discomfort their beloved pet brings, and your modest silence may be regarded as approval of such behavior. Calmly and politely tell us what the neighbor's dog is doing and how exactly it is bothering you. If you have been friends with your neighbors for a long time, do not hesitate to show displeasure, we are talking about your life and health. What to do if your neighbor behaves inappropriately, swears or doesn’t even want to listen to you? Then you'll have to try another method.
Complaint to the local inspector
If your neighbor's dog bothers you in an apartment building, you can complain to the district police officer. He is obliged to register a complaint and conduct a conversation with the pet's owners. If the local police officer is inactive for 2-3 days, file a complaint against him.
Penalty when a dog barks
First, the district police officer must talk to the dog’s owners and explain to them the consequences of breaking the law. If the loud barking does not stop after the first warning, file complaints against your neighbors again. In case of repeated violation, the district police officer is obliged to issue a fine for disturbing the silence in an apartment building.
The amount of the fine in 2022 is from 500 to 5000 rubles.
The more repeated violations, the higher the fine.
Separate yourself from your neighbor with a hedge
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It is clear that you already have a fence, but you can plant a hedge near it, which will allow you to feel more free on the site. Of course, it won’t get rid of the noise, but the dog will see you less and be annoyed, and you will feel additional protection. If you also have pets, then such a measure will allow the neighbor’s dog to watch them less often and become nervous. But in this case, alas, it is impossible to erect a high and solid fence.
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Eliminate the cause of barking
Even effective rewards and punishments only stop the problem, but do not eliminate its cause. In any situation, you first need to figure out why your pet is behaving incorrectly. Constant barking may be a sign of:
Stress
Some pets have a hard time being separated from their owner. You can leave your dog a personal item of clothing - the familiar smell will help him calm down.
Boredom
When a dog is left at home alone, it should have toys at its disposal - the more varied, the better. But, of course, nothing can replace fun games with the owner, so it is important to try not to ignore the pet’s calls.
Lack of physical activity
By barking, a dog can release unspent energy. Try making your walks longer and adding in some jogging or exercise.
Health problems
Sudden bouts of barking in a pet can be caused by pain. It is better to visit a veterinarian to rule out the possibility of illness.
Use an ultrasonic dog whistle
An ultrasonic whistle creates a special sound that is inaudible to humans, but easily perceived by sensitive dog ears. A whistle can be used to train and scare away an animal. The convenience is that the neighbors will not realize that you are influencing their pet and forcing it to shut up. Such a whistle does not pose a danger to the health of animals and humans.
What not to do if there is an angry dog living next door to you
An angry or ill-mannered dog is primarily the fault of its owners, and not the animal itself. Therefore, you should not provoke the dog and throw stones and sticks at him, in the hope that he will shut up. The reaction will be exactly the opposite. Shooting a weapon or “treating” it with poison is also unacceptable, since such actions can be regarded as cruelty to the animal, and you will be punished for this. You shouldn’t feed your dog, even with good intentions, because... this may harm her and you will receive claims from her owner.
Be persistent
Finally, your dog may bark at you if you go to a part of your yard that you rarely visit. She needs to get used to you being there, but she can't do that if you go there once a week. Find a way to spend more time there. Put on your headphones and read a book, tidy up the garden, or play sports outdoors. As a last resort, you can take old T-shirts, boots and socks and place them near the fence so that the dog can get used to your scent. Create conditions in which the dog can get used to your presence.
A neighbor is cruel to his dog - what should I do?
A dog may howl and bark due to harsh treatment. The lack of food, water and shelter forces the animal to loudly express its discontent. You may also witness beatings or other cruel acts towards an animal. Do not be indifferent to the dog’s suffering and report the problem to the Animal Welfare Society.
The Criminal Code of the Russian Federation has Article 245 “Cruelty to animals”, acts under which are punishable by “a fine in the amount of one hundred thousand to three hundred thousand rubles or in the amount of wages or other income of the convicted person for a period of one to two years, or correctional labor for a term of up to two years, or forced labor for a term of up to five years, or imprisonment for a term of three to five years.” Of course, the fact of cruel treatment requires evidence and witnesses, but if you can bring your neighbor to justice, then you will get rid of the dog’s barking and aggression and save an innocent creature.
Rules for keeping animals in an apartment building
According to the rules for keeping pets, when purchasing a pet, the owner is obliged to notify the housing department within 72 hours. Animals must have a valid veterinary passport with vaccination records.
Long and active discussions of proposals on rules for keeping dogs in apartments did not lead to the desired result - they were never adopted. There is no direct ban on keeping pets in the neighborhood, but if a dog interferes or shows aggression, then the plaintiff has the right to write a statement against the animal’s owner to law enforcement agencies.
If there are a large number of living creatures in apartment conditions, unpleasant odors appear and conditions do not meet sanitary standards, neighbors can file a complaint with the sanitary and epidemiological service. Specialists will check the number of animals in one territory. According to the law, there cannot be more than 2 individuals in one housing at the same time.
Important! If your neighbor's dog constantly barks, what should you do? Write a statement to public order services. In most cases, they easily resolve issues with uncontrollable pets.
Rules for keeping pets
How to protect yourself from a dog attack
It's scary when your neighbor's fanged dog lunges at your fence. But it’s even worse if you meet him on neutral territory, for example, on the road between summer cottages, where a dog owner can let his pet go for a walk without a muzzle and a leash. In this situation, it is important to remain calm, because your health and even life depend on the actions taken. Experts recommend adhering to the following tactics:
- try not to show that you are afraid of the dog, do not turn your back to it and do not try to run away;
- do not look the dog in the eyes and do not smile, showing your teeth provokes an attack;
- move back slowly, without letting the dog out of your sight, so that the animal understands that you are not dangerous;
- Firmly say “Sit” or “Lie Down”, this will take the dog by surprise;
- if the dog still tries to attack, arm yourself with a stick, an umbrella or a stone, a jacket that can be wrapped around your hand is also suitable;
- before the attack, it is better not to hit the dog, but to push it away;
- It is important to protect your back, neck and arteries in your legs, so try to press yourself against a fence or tree;
- mongrels may get scared and refuse to attack if you shout loudly at them and make it clear that you will fight in earnest; With purebred fighting dogs, this strategy will most likely fail, so if an aggressive dog often walks around the neighborhood, purchase a stun gun.
And most importantly, try to attract attention to yourself so that your neighbors notice you and come to your rescue. If possible, call the phone, if the dog is not too close to you, call a person passing nearby or signal to a passing car.
And if you yourself are a dog owner, make sure that your pet does not disturb the peace of your neighbors.
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It's worth fighting
Many summer residents refuse to think about how to keep dogs away from their property, feeling sorry for the unfortunate animals. However, they should remember that stray flocks are dangerous for both people and pets. Moreover, the harm caused to homeless animals can be different.
Stray flocks cause no less harm to health. And everyone – from birds to humans. Even mice become infected with worms, rabies, and lichen, spreading the infection throughout the home. And skin diseases spread directly - they can be obtained by petting a sick dog (which kids love to do) or by contact with an object that he touched.
So you need to ward off someone else’s dog as quickly as possible, while there is not much chance of contracting an infection. And you need to do this before she attacks your Bobik or Murka.
Neighbors in the country have an angry dog - 7 ways to solve the problem
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Even with every desire, it is not always possible to let the situation take its course, because an aggressive dog not only spoils the mood, but can also harm members of your family.
Relations with neighbors on SNT do not always suit summer residents. Disputes over the location of the fence and outbuildings, loud music and banal theft often turn a country holiday into sheer torment. To this list it is worth adding being next to an angry dog who tries to bite you over the fence or whines and howls from morning until late at night.
On forums, summer residents regularly discuss this problem. They especially often complain about the inadequacy of owners who do not put the dog on a chain, allow them to run freely around the property, scare and bite adults and children. Impudent dogs can even lie freely in other people's beds, and sometimes they are not averse to “snack” someone’s pet. There are cases when a dog does not seem to be very aggressive, but barks all day. As soon as the summer resident approaches his own gate, the animal begins to rush around on a chain or rush out through the fence. And this happens all the time!
People also face the following situations:
What to do in these situations, how to feel like a master at your own dacha and not observe unpleasant scenes? There are several solutions!
Odor repellents
A dog's sense of smell is 60 times sharper than a human's. And this should be used when developing a plan on how to drive dogs away from the site. It is proposed to water the perimeter of your land with diluted ammonia. It is advisable to make 2-3 “border stripes” with a distance between them of 15-20 cm. The “aroma” perceived by a person will disappear in a matter of hours, but dogs will feel it for a long time.
Another option: for processing, use a mixture of ground pepper and shag. As a last resort, you can even pour out the remaining tobacco from the cigarette butts.
They say that citrus fruits are very effective as a repellent. The peels of lemons or oranges are finely chopped and used to delineate the restricted area.
Experienced summer residents, who have been working on the task of scaring dogs away from the site for many years, know well. They strongly recommend isopropyl alcohol. It is not necessary to water the entire perimeter; it is enough to place swabs soaked in alcohol at a distance of 30-40 centimeters.
You can also do this with vinegar. But it can have a bad effect on the quality of the soil, so it is recommended to place sponges doused with it on pebbles. Or soak a rag in vinegar and tie it along the bottom of the fence.
