whose dog won't stop barking? (5th ave)
Subject: whose dog won't stop barking? (5th ave)
hey everyone,we live on 5th ave between first and second and there's a dog in the backyard of someone who lives on our block or on 1st street between 4th and 5th avenue. the dog barks all day long and it doesn't even seem like the owner is home.
anyone else dealing with this?
what happens next?
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What happens next?
1) somebody tells you to get over it, you live in a city
2) somebody else suggests you call either 311 or 911
3) somebody suggests you locate and try talking to the owners
4) somebody makes fun of you in some other way and it ends up on Gawker or FIPS. -
actually more concerned about the dog than anything else, but if
you wish to make fun of me on gawker or fips, go ahead. it's not like
i know what FIPS means anyway.
i've called 311 and they say that we need to find the owner.
i've lived in the city my whole life. thanks.
7,645 is a lot of posts. are they all mean spirited? -
mersy wrote: actually more concerned about the dog than anything else, but if
Nope. Maybe you'll figure that out after 25 more posts.
you wish to make fun of me on gawker or fips, go ahead. it's not like
i know what FIPS means anyway.
i've called 311 and they say that we need to find the owner.
i've lived in the city my whole life. thanks.
7,645 is a lot of posts. are they all mean spirited?
I'd also suggest that if your concern was for the dog, you mention that in the original post. -
VIA: http://articles.directorym.com/Noise_Law_FAQ_Brooklyn_NY-r935210-Brooklyn_NY.html
There are two common reactions to noise coming from a neighbor. The first is resignation. You hate the noise, but you do nothing. The second is anger. You lose your temper and call the cops. There are better ways to handle the situation.
Approach the neighbor. Raising a problem with a neighbor is not easy. But it should always be the first step and, if done with respect and sensitivity, may be the last. Often the neighbor is unaware of a problem -- for instance, the dog barks only when nobody is home. Assume that the neighbor doesn't know and would like to be told.
Warn the neighbor. If complaining doesn't work, get a copy of your local noise ordinance as explained above. Send a copy to the neighbor with a note repeating your request to keep the noise down and explaining that you'll be forced to notify the authorities if you don't get results. Be sure to provide details on the problem, including the dates and times of the noise.
If you rent or live in a planned development, send a copy of the lease agreement or special rules (usually called Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) to the neighbor. If that doesn't work, report the problem to the landlord or homeowners' association in writing. Especially if several tenants complain at the same time, the landlord will probably order the tenant to quiet down or face eviction.
Suggest mediation. If you value the neighbor relationship at all, or just want peace in the future, give mediation a try. You and the neighbor can sit down together with an impartial mediator and resolve your own problems. Mediation services are available in most cities and often they are free. Simply call the mediation center, and it will then contact the neighbor for you.
Call the police. Still no response from the neighbor? Stereo turned up another notch? Now is the time to bring in the police (or, if the problem is a barking dog, the Animal Control Department). If you have tried to solve the problem yourself, the police will know your complaint is serious and that you need help.
Try to notify the police while the noise is continuing, so they can measure the noise or hear it for themselves. (Some people simply hold the phone out the window.) Sometimes cities won't act until the noise affects two or more persons, to prevent complaints from excessively sensitive people.
Sue for nuisance. As a last resort, you can sue in small claims court. It's easy and inexpensive, and you don't need a lawyer. -
owh oh oh (owh oh)
they are calling
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Flexichick, way to pounce on an innocent poster....
I think mersy was honestly looking for advice on how to handle the situation. We could you use a little less Flexi and a little more Owler on the board. 7,648 posts....do you sit around all day and wait for posts you can respond to with some witty banter? You're neat. -
thin skinned much? Even I, lurker and small time poster, knew that that list was not mean spirited. It was snark and pretty much the best summation of this board evur. Except that someone had to go and add in another:
5) someone acts all high and mighty and misses the joke entirely -
MAT wrote: thin skinned much? Even I, lurker and small time poster, knew that that list was not mean spirited. It was snark and pretty much the best summation of this board evur. Except that someone had to go and add in another:
5) someone acts all high and mighty and misses the joke entirely
thanks for "getting it" MAT. =D>
Bradedward seems still bitter after his ZipCar debacle. -
My neighbors have a husky they keep in the backyard who also barks (and howls) continuously. We approached the owners and asked if there was anything we could do for the dog during the day when they were at work - did not go over well. You may have better luck.
Tried to explain dogs are pack animals - they need interaction in order to live happy and content lives. The husky was only expressing his frustration (further evidenced by his repeated attempts at escape). Unfortunately, some people just don't get the concept of pet ownership.
Try to approach the neighbors - they may be unaware of what the dog is doing during the day or just may be new owners that don't understand dogs. -
Eh. Say what you will. I think you have long missed the point of this board....
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Domino wrote: Try to approach the neighbors - they may be unaware of what the dog is doing during the day .
In my experience, the problem situations are the ones where one cannot determine where the heck the dog actually is.
is it 4 buildings down behind that fence ?
or is it in that 3rd floor apt with the open windows ? -
i heard the dog in question a bunch last week but haven't heard it so far today (i live on 2nd st between 4th & 5th and face into the same set of backyards.
it didn't really bother me, but the daycare on 2nd st on the other hand is out of control. -
"do you sit around all day and wait for posts you can respond to with some witty banter?"
obvs. -
joehill wrote: i heard the dog in question a bunch last week but haven't heard it so far today (i live on 2nd st between 4th & 5th and face into the same set of backyards.
You should move back to your dorm.
it didn't really bother me, but the daycare on 2nd st on the other hand is out of control. -
Flexichick wrote: [quote=mersy]actually more concerned about the dog than anything else, but if
Nope. Maybe you'll figure that out after 25 more posts.
you wish to make fun of me on gawker or fips, go ahead. it's not like
i know what FIPS means anyway.
i've called 311 and they say that we need to find the owner.
i've lived in the city my whole life. thanks.
7,645 is a lot of posts. are they all mean spirited?
I'd also suggest that if your concern was for the dog, you mention that in the original post.
wow. So crabby. -
Flexichick wrote: [quote=mersy]actually more concerned about the dog than anything else, but if
Nope. Maybe you'll figure that out after 25 more posts.
you wish to make fun of me on gawker or fips, go ahead. it's not like
i know what FIPS means anyway.
i've called 311 and they say that we need to find the owner.
i've lived in the city my whole life. thanks.
7,645 is a lot of posts. are they all mean spirited?
I'd also suggest that if your concern was for the dog, you mention that in the original post.
wow. So crabby. -
Flexichick wrote: [quote=mersy]actually more concerned about the dog than anything else, but if
Nope. Maybe you'll figure that out after 25 more posts.
you wish to make fun of me on gawker or fips, go ahead. it's not like
i know what FIPS means anyway.
i've called 311 and they say that we need to find the owner.
i've lived in the city my whole life. thanks.
7,645 is a lot of posts. are they all mean spirited?
I'd also suggest that if your concern was for the dog, you mention that in the original post.
In all fairness, both the dog and the innocent people who must hear it cry deserve a better situation. Poor dog for suffering outside and poor people who need their rest.
Are you supposed to both identify and approach the owner? If you called 311, the city should investigate the situation. What if there's a mega huge pit bull fighting pit operation going on? Are you yourself supposed to identify the dog owners? -
Domino wrote: My neighbors have a husky they keep in the backyard who also barks (and howls) continuously. We approached the owners and asked if there was anything we could do for the dog during the day when they were at work - did not go over well.
I could share a similar story, but it's so gross it will make everyone reading it barf, so I'll spare you. Dealing with neighbors sometimes causes extreme stress and can even inspire animal abuse.The dog owners who leave their barking dog outside could be normal and they could also be insane.
Calling the City is creepy too -- what if the dog "rescuers" exterminate the dog? -
A REAL, NON-SARCASTIC ANSWER
I'd seek to ID the neighbors (without talking to them) and feel them out as to whether or not they're the nice kind of people who just are unaware their (loved) dog is barking out of a window all day, or the kind of nasty, neglectful and deeply stupid people who will beat a dog they leave out all day "so it learns to act right".
I live kind of close to you and hear, from that same general direction, what sounds like dog fights, late at night on the weekends.
If you can ID the dog, and the owners, and they're nice, let them know. They might be totally clueless. If they aren't, I'd call 311. -
blinktoe wrote:
NOT A SARCASTIC RESPONSE
I live kind of close to you and hear, from that same general direction, what sounds like dog fights, late at night on the weekends.
If you're hearing what sounds like a dogfight- you should immediately go out and try to locate where its coming from, stand in front of the building and call 911. I know the cops take this stuff very seriously and to catch them in the act would be the ultimate in rescuing those poor creatures.
Catching animal abuse while its happening is something I fantasize about (I catch the abuser and kill them!!!). :twisted: -
I've tried, wandering with my bedhead in PJs several blocks trying to locate them. I can't. It seems to end too quickly. I'm going to grab my bike next time.
If you find an animal abuser I'll help you pull them apart. (Or, at the very least, I'll cheer you on if you deck them. I'm kind of wimpy.) -
blinktoe wrote: I've tried, wandering with my bedhead in PJs several blocks trying to locate them. I can't. It seems to end too quickly. I'm going to grab my bike next time.
Damn- that must be super frustrating- then again, if its ending quickly, maybe its not an organized thing (God willing) and its a couple of strays duking it out or something. Not good, but at least not forced by the hands of man. On the other hand, maybe it is an organized thing (albeit small) if there's only one fight a week.
If you find an animal abuser I'll help you pull them apart. (Or, at the very least, I'll cheer you on if you deck them. I'm kind of wimpy.)
Shit fuckers- I'll rip 'em to shreds and you can take pictures!
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presumably this same dog was barking like a banshee this morning. not at all the usual sort of bored barking because the owner was away.
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anyone able to tell what building this dog is kept behind? it's been kept outside all week in the frigid temperatures and is understandably barking a lot.
it is way too cold for this dog to be kept outside, but i can't tell where the barking is coming from. it seems to be on 1st St pretty close to 5th ave, but 311 will need a house number i am sure. -
311 transferred me to the ASPCA, who said without being able to see the dog outside there's nothing they can do. If the dog has some sort of outdoor shelter then they don't consider it abuse. I can't see where the dog is unfortunately...
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Flexichick wrote: What happens next?
dam flexi don't take all the fun out of the posting
1) somebody tells you to get over it, you live in a city
2) somebody else suggests you call either 311 or 911
3) somebody suggests you locate and try talking to the owners
4) somebody makes fun of you in some other way and it ends up on Gawker or FIPS.
. come on how am i suppose to catch up to you spamtastic 
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prospectheightsyo wrote: "do you sit around all day and wait for posts you can respond to with some witty banter?"
obvs.
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actually ,she is one of Jay Leno's writers , isn't it obvious. -
I wonder if the people that live right next to them have tried anything...they must be getting the worst of it. If you can get up on a roof with some field glasses you should be able to figure out where the dog is - try not to get arrested, though.
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find owner, and punch his/her lights out. majority of dog owners in nyc don't train their dogs! even when i was a wee little lad, i train my dogs back in china. they didn't tear peoples hide out or out of control barking etc... they know they were at the bottom of the pack every human was on top of the pack.
when you get your dog. always eat in front of them. eat first and when you are done eating. and make sure they know this let the dog eat. make sure to set up boundaries when you first get the dog etc... blah anyway another reason i don't have a dog here is its too cruel to have one small spaces etc.. dogs need huge range to be happy. -
is it possible you are hearing noise from the dog run?
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