Animal Noise Complaints

The Law
It is unlawful for any person to own any animal which by its oral noises, or by its volume or frequency, disturbs or interferes with the peace of any person for more than 15 minutes in any one (1) hour period of any day, and documented by three or more separate episodes of such noise in a sequential seven day period. Be sure to only include one week on each sheet. Complete a new sheet for each week the barking continues. Each sheet is treated as a separate violation of the code. There are exceptions for farm animals in permitted areas.

The Process
If the barking or other animal noise is unusual or has a sense of urgency call 9-1-1. When the noise is an ongoing problem you are required to complete a noise log before Animal Control Officers can investigate a complaint. Click here to download the form you need.

Once the form is completed forward it to Kitsap 1 by email (Kitsap1@co.kitsap.wa.us) or send it to:
     Kitsap 1
     614 Division Street (MS-26)
     Port Orchard, WA  98366

A case is created with your report attached and forwarded to the Animal Control Officers. They investigate the report and get back to you with their response. For questions regarding animal noise complaints call Kitsap 1 at 360-337-5777. For all other questions regarding pets call 360-698-9654 (extension 216) or visit The Humane Society's website at www.kitsap-humane.org.

City Noise Ordinances
Click the link below to see the ordinance related to animal noise for each city listed.
     Bremerton
     Port Orchard
     Poulsbo
     Bainbridge (reference Title 6.04.060)