STEP 1: YOU
Read the checklist first
It is normal and healthy for animals to make some noise, but persistent and loud barking or crowing can be a nuisance. Animals roaming the streets can also be a danger to themselves and the community.
We have controls in place to avoid any issues caused by animals being kept on properties in Hamilton. If a neighbour’s animal is being a nuisance, you must report it to us.
1. Is the animal hurt, or do you have a welfare concern?
Is the animal hurt, or you have a Welfare concern? Please call the SPCA on 07 8474868 as their team are warranted under the Welfare Act.
2. Does the animal pose an urgent safety concern for the public?
Please call Animal Education and Control 24/7 on 07 838 6632.
3. Does the issue meet any of the following criteria?
If your issue meets one of the following criteria, then please complete the form.
- An animal is wandering the streets and you don’t know who it belongs to.
- A rooster is crowing loudly and persistently and the owner refuses to act.
- An offensive smell is coming from an animal near your property.
- An animal keeps escaping onto your property.
- A dog is barking loudly and persistently (if this is the case, you may wish to complete a Barking Record Sheet to support your report).
STEP 2: YOU
Complete the form
Please fill in the form and submit your report.
Please include the following with your description of the issue:
- Event – detailed description of what is happening.
- Timeframe – how long has the issue been happening?
STEP 3: COUNCIL
What happens next?
Depending on the case, an Animal Education and Control Officer may visit to assess and step in if necessary. If an animal is barking or crowing persistently, or roaming freely, we may issue a warning to the owner or impound the animal.
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Last updated 17 July 2022