Fayetteville residents can face penalties for excessive noise from pets, loud music and lawn equipment. Barking dogs are handled by Cumberland County Animal Control, with potential fines and ...

Excessive dog barking can be a noise disturbance, especially if it's continuous and crosses property lines for extended periods. Penalties for noise disturbances may include fines, jail time or ...

The dogs on David Mancl's block in West Allis bark at anything. "It's enough to wake you up in the morning," Mancl, 66, said. The small dog across the street from Mancl or "Lil yapper," as he calls it ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

Imagine a world before Ring cameras and doorbells existed. How did we, feeble, hairless bipeds, protect our families from hungry predators, enemy tribes and bandits? How could we fall soundly asleep ...

If peace and quiet are at the top of your list when choosing a dog, some breeds may not be the best fit. Certain dogs are known for their vocal nature, whether it’s high-pitched yaps, deep howls, or ...

Certain breeds bark as a way of using their body language, an ongoing response to any change in their surroundings. That might mean constant updates about passing cars, distant footsteps, or ...