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Form 91.3 Order In Relation To Excessive Barking By A Dog - Control Of Dogs Act 1986
This form (91.3) is an official document used under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986. It relates specifically to issuing or recording an Order concerning a dog that barks excessively. You use this when there is a documented issue with a dog's excessive barking in Ireland.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form 91.3 Order In Relation To Excessive Barking By A Dog - Control Of Dogs Act 1986
This form (91.3) is an official document used under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986. It relates specifically to issuing or recording an Order concerning a dog that barks excessively. You use this when there is a documented issue with a dog's excessive barking in Ireland.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to specify which section of the Control Of Dogs Act 1986 your order relates to!
- 2Omitting the dog’s unique identifier/microchip number.
- 3Failing to sign and date the document correctly.
- 4Incorrectly listing the address where the barking occurs.
- 5Not clearly stating *what* the order requires (e.g., 'must be kept on lead').
Plain English
If a neighbour’s dog (or your own) is barking too much, you might need this form. It helps the Courts Service record an official order about that noisy dog. Think of it as the formal paperwork for a 'barking complaint' resolution.
Submission Date
- Filing date: While a hard deadline isn't confirmed, submit this promptly after the excessive barking incident or official warning period concludes. Check local requirements for specific cut-off dates.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this when a dog is persistently barking too much in Ireland.
- It documents an official Order made under the Control Of Dogs Act 1986.
- Choose this form specifically for excessive barking issues, not general dog control matters.
- This applies when someone needs to formally record or initiate action regarding nuisance barking.
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Use this form or another form?
Dog aggression/biting
Used if the issue is biting rather than just noise.
✓ Check form title for confirmation.
Not confirmed in official source (Likely 91.4)
Dog ownership registration
Use this when registering a new dog owner or changing details with local authorities.
✓ Ensure you aren't just reporting an incident.
Not confirmed in official source (CRO related)
General Dog Control Notice
If the issue is general control, but barking is the main complaint, use 91.3 to specify the nature of the breach.
✓ Read the form header carefully.
Dog seizure/impoundment
Use this if the dog has been taken into custody by authorities.
✓ This indicates a more severe action than just an Order.
Deadline or filing window
While a hard deadline isn't confirmed, submit this promptly after the excessive barking incident or official warning period concludes. Check local requirements for specific cut-off dates.
Before you submit
- 1Fill out all fields completely; do not leave any section blank.
- 2Ensure you have accurate details of the dog (breed, description) and the owner.
- 3Confirm the date the excessive barking was observed/reported is correct.
- 4Verify that the Order being recorded matches the complaint accurately.
- 5Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
- 6If required by your local authority, attach supporting evidence (e.g., noise recordings).
- 7Check for any handwritten notes that might contradict printed information.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 91.3 clearly and legibly.
- 2Sign the form as the person making the Order or representing the authority.
- 3Submit the completed form to your local Council/Authority office in Ireland.
- 4Keep a copy for your own records immediately after submission.
- 5If submitting electronically, ensure you use the correct Courts Service of Ireland portal.
Known limitations
- 1This form only records an 'Order'; it does not guarantee immediate resolution or compliance from the dog owner.
- 2The specific local authority acceptance criteria for this form are not confirmed in official source.
- 3It is not a substitute for formal legal proceedings; it is part of the process under the 1986 Act.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: There may be differing versions used by different courts across Ireland.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->This form (91.3) remains the standard document for recording orders related to excessive dog barking under Irish law. Check the Courts Service of Ireland website for any recent updates or amendments.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Confirm the specific year and edition of the Control Of Dogs Act 1986 cited on the form.
- Check for any changes in required fields regarding the dog's owner details (e.g., CRO registration number).
- Verify if there are new sections added for local authority reference numbers.
- Ensure the issuing Court/District name field is current.
- Look for updated instructions on how to sign or stamp the document.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 02/11/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 91.3
- SRCAct Referenced: Control Of Dogs Act 1986
- SRCPurpose: Records an Order regarding excessive dog barking.
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific submission portal URL.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Order' with 'Complaint': The form records the *action* (the Order), not just the initial noise report.
Not knowing who to submit it to: It is usually the local County/City Council, though courts may direct submission elsewhere.
Mistaking the dog owner for the person complaining: Ensure you differentiate between the complainant and the responsible party.
Thinking the form automatically cancels the issue: Filing this means an Order has been issued; compliance is still required by the owner.
Not knowing if a specific local authority requires digital vs. paper submission.
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