[Reefer]

From what I understand from reading the forums, I see that each home is allowed two dogs - is that correct??? If so, has anyone had problems with neighbors barking dogs and just wondering who you call if it becomes a problem. Its not that we are not dog lovers. We don't own any ourselves - but there have been times in our own neighborhood when they have been a problem and seeing that the houses in TV are some what close to each other, I could see problems coming up.... Just a newby thought. Thanks in advance.

[Avista]

Maybe you are borrowing a problem that won't exist for you. I hear more complaints of loud TV's on lanais than dogs barking. In either case, talk to the offender.

Originally Posted by Reefer

From what I understand from reading the forums, I see that each home is allowed two dogs - is that correct??? If so, has anyone had problems with neighbors barking dogs and just wondering who you call if it becomes a problem. Its not that we are not dog lovers. We don't own any ourselves - but there have been times in our own neighborhood when they have been a problem and seeing that the houses in TV are some what close to each other, I could see problems coming up.... Just a newby thought. Thanks in advance.

As a neighbor of someone with a noisy dog or whatever you may complain to the Villages Community Watch. They will levy fines if the situation warrants it. Have heard of fines for people who let their pooches wander into other neighbors' yards off leash.

If someone has more than 2 dogs a complaint like this would probably also lead to their having to get rid of a dog or two if they got the dog(s) after they moved to the Villages. You can only have three dogs if you moved here with that number.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac

As a neighbor of someone with a noisy dog or whatever you may complain to the Villages Community Watch. They will levy fines if the situation warrants it. Have heard of fines for people who let their pooches wander into other neighbors' yards off leash.

If someone has more than 2 dogs a complaint like this would probably also lead to their having to get rid of a dog or two if they got the dog(s) after they moved to the Villages. You can only have three dogs if you moved here with that number.

Fines?? Who levied the fines?

[spk7951]

Had a problem once and called the neighbor but did not get an answer so we called Community Watch who knocked on the door and woke them up.

[spk7951]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Fines?? Who levied the fines?

External Noise on page #1 on the below attachment might be the answer to your question.
http://www.districtgov.org/departmen...ct1-Matrix.pdf

[golfnut]

i have never had a problem with barking dogs in my neighborhood...gn

[Pturner]

People here bark loudly about pooches who pee or poop in neighbors' yards, but I haven't heard much whimpering about dog noise.

p.s., I bet there are a couple of rescue dogs available who would love to join your family if you're ever so inclined.

[Bryan]

The link spk7951 gave is for District 1 deed restrictions but I think the same restrictions (or very similar) appear in the deed restrictions for all districts.

The specifics of the "fines" are at the end of a rather involved process with Deed Compliance issuing some warnings followed by hearings before the CDD board. They have happened in TV (not for barking dogs that I am aware of, though) but not too often. The ones I am aware of are almost all about the yards (not maintaining same).

[BUC]

How do you control a dog from barking? When I come home, my 2 dogs bark and tell me how happy they are that I'm home, and if they think something or someone is around there house , they bark. Someone please explain to me how to control this. Getting rid of my pups is not a possibility, and please don't tell me to live someplace else. Thank you for any suggestions.

[Talk Host]

Originally Posted by spk7951

External Noise on page #1 on the below attachment might be the answer to your question.
http://www.districtgov.org/departmen...ct1-Matrix.pdf

I am real curious how they levy and collect these fines. What happens if the offender doesn't pay? Does the "deed restriction office" have enforcement authority. Will they padlock your house if you don't pay the $25 lawn ornament violation fine?

Our grandson made a six inch ceramic bunny for us (not even pink). My wife had it on the front porch sitting by her chair. It wasn't in the yard, it was almost out of sight next to the chair. She got a hand delivered notice from community watch to remove it. Could we have lost our house if she had failed to comply?

We had to put it in the back of the house so nobody could see it.

JLK

[spk7951]

Originally Posted by Talk Host

I am real curious how they levy and collect these fines. What happens if the offender doesn't pay? Does the "deed restriction office" have enforcement authority. Will they padlock your house if you don't pay the $25 lawn ornament violation fine?

Our grandson made a six inch ceramic bunny for us (not even pink). My wife had it on the front porch sitting by her chair. It wasn't in the yard, it was almost out of sight next to the chair. She got a hand delivered notice from community watch to remove it. Could we have lost our house if she had failed to comply?

We had to put it in the back of the house so nobody could see it.

JLK

I am certainly not an expert on this issue and can only partly offer an opinion on your question. As I read the document that I linked to it says the 1st and 2nd violations do not carry fines but the 3rd violation does carry a fine that then has a daily fine added to it if the original fine is not paid.
Now I seem to recall a recent change in FL law that allowed more strength to CDD's to "force" the issue of compliance with deed restrictions but I can not find the appropriate info to support that. Perhaps someone else is more familiar with the law I am thinking of.

[bike42]

Originally Posted by BUC

How do you control a dog from barking? When I come home, my 2 dogs bark and tell me how happy they are that I'm home, and if they think something or someone is around there house , they bark. Someone please explain to me how to control this.

No one objects to short barking (for greeting or alarm). Dogs that bark continuously are a nuisance, and you may not know your dogs are being annoying because they only bark when you are away. Nuisance barking can be stopped with a bark collar (available at any pet store).

[K9-Lovers]

To piggyback on bike42's comments .. .. ..

I can't imagine anyone complaining about dogs that only bark occasionally . . . and I don't think you can train any dog to not express joy when seeing their owner return home, or keep them from alerting you when they suspect someone is in their territory. There are methods to teach dogs to stop barking on command, but of course, that doesn't work if you are not home.

Dogs bark when you are not at home because they are bored. Always keep your dogs indoors when you are not at home without access to the lanai.

The best way to keep a lonely dog from barking that I've found is called a "kong" which is a tough rubber tube-like toy that can be stuffed with something yummy. Kongs come in difference sizes and are indestructible. You can fill it with peanut butter, or hard treats. Dogs lick and lick and kick the thing around trying to get the goodies inside. It keeps dogs occupied for a long time if you put the treats in just right so they don't fall out. You can squeeze the kong and insert a wide treat, then when it snaps back to it's round shape, the treat stays inside.

There are other ways to keep dogs from being too bored like hiding kibble or small treats throughout the house. I put my dogs in a separate room, close the door, and let them out when I'm finished hiding their treats. They will hunt and search the whole house over and over hoping to find another little tidbit. This also serves to fulfill their hunting instinct so it is very enjoyable for them.

Also, if you play a radio or tv while you are gone, the sound often masks noises from outside, and also gives the dog a comfortable feeling.

[Reefer]

Originally Posted by bike42

No one objects to short barking (for greeting or alarm). Dogs that bark continuously are a nuisance, and you may not know your dogs are being annoying because they only bark when you are away. Nuisance barking can be stopped with a bark collar (available at any pet store).

Yes, this is what I was getting at I guess...those who leave and the dogs will bark, howl, or whatever while away. I understand that they may bark when someone knocks or the doorbell rings.