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My new NDN has three dogs. Help?!

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Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:23

As per the title, we moved in a few months ago. We’re a couple with one small dog, and next door is also a couple with 3 large dogs.

They have no control over the dogs at all. One in particular, can scale the fence and jump into our garden, 🤷🏻‍♀️ which he does on a regular basis. One of them is trying to dig a hole under the shared fence. They all bark constantly.

I’ve approached them and asked if they could do something about it, and the response was that the dogs are young and will settle down.

About 20 mins ago, one of their dogs got into our garden, came into the house as the back door was open, and ran amok barking, jumping and dragging dirt all over our new carpets. I was genuinely scared as was my small dog. 😞

I’m now sitting with the doors and windows closed, when I would like to be sitting in my garden.

What the hell can I do? I’m so pissed off.

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Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:49

Thanks everyone, I’m not actually sure on the breed - they look like Doberman crossed with something, I think. They’re not “bad” dogs. I love dogs! They just haven’t been taught how to behave.

I couldn’t in good conscience put them out on the street/ front door in case they were knocked down or something. I know I probably sound like a pushover, but I just want the owners to take responsibility; I don’t want the dogs to be harmed.

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PrizedPickledPopcorn · 12/07/2026 18:49

They can get a dog ASBO. A dog in our village had one, as the owners were letting it play on the green with the local kids, meaning any child afraid of dogs could no longer play outl

Gardenisablooming · 12/07/2026 18:48

If it gets picked up buy the j police or dog warden they will have to pay a fine. And if it isn't chipped and wearing an ID tag more fines...

pinkpony88 · 12/07/2026 18:47

SallyD00lally · 12/07/2026 18:41

Just do it.

I'm not even sure if trellis officially counts as increasing the height - I think that's more about massively tall panels or very high brick walls.

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It does count as increasing the height unfortunately. But someone would have to actually complain for the council to come round and your neighbour probably isn’t bothered enough to complain.

Gardenisablooming · 12/07/2026 18:47

Put it out in the front street.
When get have to chase round the neighbourhood for it they may take better care.

Tableforjoan · 12/07/2026 18:46

The nuclear option is to catch the dog and take it to a vet’s and drop it off as a stray tbh

thejelliclecats · 12/07/2026 18:43

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:28

Thank you, I did think about a trellis of some sort, but it’s a new build and we apparently can’t increase the height of the fence at all.

Trellis isn't increasing the height of the fence.

Glidinglikeaswan · 12/07/2026 18:42

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:28

Thank you, I did think about a trellis of some sort, but it’s a new build and we apparently can’t increase the height of the fence at all.

I don't think trellis counts towards the height of the fence. Whatever, I'd do that anyway. I have dogs and I'd be mortified if mine did this and furious if the neighbours' dogs did it. I'd start by telling them you will have no option but to report them to the dog warden if they don't get them under control. The fact they are young should make training easier. And if they don't train them when they are young then they will just get worse.

TheGreatDownandOut · 12/07/2026 18:42

Even if the council just write to them, an ‘official’ letter may do the trick?

SallyD00lally · 12/07/2026 18:41

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:28

Thank you, I did think about a trellis of some sort, but it’s a new build and we apparently can’t increase the height of the fence at all.

Just do it.

I'm not even sure if trellis officially counts as increasing the height - I think that's more about massively tall panels or very high brick walls.

TheGreatDownandOut · 12/07/2026 18:41

Wow how inconsiderate of your neighbours! That’s actually awful! You definitely need to report. Them simply saying “they’re young they will grow out of it” is not good enough! What do they say when the dogs are in your garden or when they’ve been in your house?!

DixonD · 12/07/2026 18:39

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:32

Will the council do anything? They haven’t actually bitten or injured me/ my dog. I don’t want them to be put down or anything. I just want their owners to watch them. And train them!

Probably not unless you absolutely persist. A dog in my family was actually attached (£3,000 vet bill) by an out of control dog. Took much persistence even for an acknowledgement from the dog warden.

Imanexcellentdrivercharliebabbit · 12/07/2026 18:39

Diamond7272 · 12/07/2026 18:36

Barbed wire

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Stoicashellusually · 12/07/2026 18:38

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:28

Thank you, I did think about a trellis of some sort, but it’s a new build and we apparently can’t increase the height of the fence at all.

I wouldn't say it's increasing the height of the fence (technically) to add trellis. It's a temporary gardening tool.

Teenagerantruns · 12/07/2026 18:37

Honestly l would just catch dog every time and put it on road or take it a local vet report it lost

Teenagerantruns · 12/07/2026 18:36

Open the frount door and put dog out on road? Not your dog not your business

Diamond7272 · 12/07/2026 18:36

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:23

As per the title, we moved in a few months ago. We’re a couple with one small dog, and next door is also a couple with 3 large dogs.

They have no control over the dogs at all. One in particular, can scale the fence and jump into our garden, 🤷🏻‍♀️ which he does on a regular basis. One of them is trying to dig a hole under the shared fence. They all bark constantly.

I’ve approached them and asked if they could do something about it, and the response was that the dogs are young and will settle down.

About 20 mins ago, one of their dogs got into our garden, came into the house as the back door was open, and ran amok barking, jumping and dragging dirt all over our new carpets. I was genuinely scared as was my small dog. 😞

I’m now sitting with the doors and windows closed, when I would like to be sitting in my garden.

What the hell can I do? I’m so pissed off.

Barbed wire

OneHardyRobin · 12/07/2026 18:35

Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:34

Their dog is now back in my garden. 🫩

You need to take photos for the dog warden as evidence.

Also, I hope they came and cleaned the carpet, if not, I would be getting it done professionally and sending them the bill!

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Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:34

Their dog is now back in my garden. 🫩

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TheHungryHungryLandsharks · 12/07/2026 18:34

Dog warden.

What breed, out of interest?

Tableforjoan · 12/07/2026 18:33

It’s a legal offence for dogs to be considered out of control. And breaking into your garden is that

Bonbon21 · 12/07/2026 18:33

It is their responsibility to contain their animals.
Report them.

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Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:32

Will the council do anything? They haven’t actually bitten or injured me/ my dog. I don’t want them to be put down or anything. I just want their owners to watch them. And train them!

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aliasfrog · 12/07/2026 18:30

Absolutely report to the council. Their dogs are dangerously out of control.

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Gila15 · 12/07/2026 18:30

Dog warden is a good idea, I’m just so disappointed that this is happening. I wanted to get on with my new neighbours and now I dread stepping outside.

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