Animal nuisance
We will investigate complaints of animal nuisance.
Anyone owning a pet has a duty to keep it in a way which does not interfere with their neighbours' enjoyment of their homes. We always try to resolve problems through information and advice. However, irresponsible pet ownership is classed as anti-social behaviour and noise and smell nuisance may be dealt with under the Environmental Protection Act which carries a fine of up to £5,000.
We respond to a range of complaints of nuisances caused by animals:
- Dog foul in domestic gardens and on public land
- Dogs straying
- Dangerous/aggressive dogs
- Smell caused by animals in domestic properties
- Dog-on-dog attacks
If you would like to raise a complaint regarding dog attacks (if your dog has been attacked by another), nuisance dogs or smell caused by animals in domestic properties, please fill out our online form and a member of the team will get in touch with you.
If your complaint is about dog fouling please visit our Dog fouling in domestic gardens and on public land page first for further advice and a separate online form.
Please do not report stray dogs online. To report a stray dog that is without an owner right now, call 07976 736957 (office hours are: 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday). This number is only to be used for the purpose of reporting stray dogs.
For complaints regarding nuisance dogs, dog-on-dog attacks etc please email dogenforcement@coventry.gov.uk.
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