To want my neighbours to move out?

sorry should have said I dont know if they bark while i,m not there as I,m at work..

The neighbour's dogs caused the problem, therefore the onus is on the owners to find a satisfactory resolution, not the OP who was/is the unfortunate 'recipient' of the problem/noise.
Why anyone would consider it the OP's problem to solve, is beyond me.

It's so mean to leave dogs all day long. Whatever are people thinking when they do this?

Barking dogs are always going to be a bone of contention especially when it disrupts other people's lives. We suffered for over ten years with our neighbours three barking dogs therefore I'm definitely not a dog lover. People are extremely selfish and need to be more aware of how that constant noise can impact on people's health. Unfortunately many seem to consider the pets more important in this scenario than the people. We have done the discussions with neighbours and even put in expensive soundproofing but all to no avail. The only answer for us was to eventually move into a detached property.

Have you tried those headphones that block out noise? I have not used them myself but understand they can be connected to the TV sound.

Is clearly beyond your level of comprehension GG

Hang on Anja if you are minding your own business and I start poking you in the eye and it is annoying you & you tell me it is annoying should I just go on doing it or should I stop? You can move away of course but really I am in the wrong and need to stop.

Perhaps you could record some of the dog noise and let them listen to it, telling them when it started and when it stopped. There is nothing more aggravating than constant dog noise, and you are right that speaking to the council or RSPCA might make the friendly situation with your neighbours turn sour, and really you need to keep them on side. Good luck.

Contact the dog warden or the environmental health. People near us had one complaint and they got a letter saying they might have to give the dogs away if the noise did not stop .
do not just put up with it the dogs are suffering as well .

I've just moved house at great expense due to abusive neighbours. Not because of barking dogs, but their alarm which went off every morning at 4.50 right next to my bedroom wall. This used to beep loudly often for over 1/2 hour at a time, even though I wrote a politely worded note saying I'd not been well and sleep was precious etc. which was ignored. For over a year I've received verbal abuse with foul language from the son and his partner. It became a hate crime and the police got involved and gave them a warning. Made no difference as they tried to intimidate me at every opportunity.
I had no peace of mind, was scared they would poison my old dog (who rarely barks), and was afraid in my own home, so made the decision to move.
Bit off the thread I know but needed to share.
No advice to give you Jamsandwich, just hope it gets resolved, nothing worse than bad neighbours!!

Yeah...sure Anja
Anything you say Anja
Anything else Anja?
???

I am totally with you, GG. The OP has already gone the mediating route and seen no change. How many times should she complain? Most people on this threat can only feel sorry for the dogs rather than the OP urging her to approach the neighbours again, or helping neighbours walking the dog, finding out what causes the barking or installing soundproofing

Since they are drinking and having noisy rows I would not feel safe (especially if I was on my own) to approach them repeatedly.

I can only reply to what you posted nanny2507
You said :

‘...however my neighbours are the best in the world. they know the main culprit is very old’

so your neighbours are definitely aware your older dog barks a lot - whether you are in or not. Fair enough. I’d hate it.

We have nightmare neighbours too - they used to deal drugs and now runing a helium balloon and bouncy castle business. People parking all down the street day and night, endless shouting and sitting in their garden drinking and smoking, loud music till past midnight, chucking fag ends over our fence. They are trying to get all their friends moving in and get rid of those who don't like them. But we just want a quiet life and have no intention of moving after 26 years.

Poor you Scoucerer48.and everyone suffering these nightmare NUICANCE neighbours

Sourcerer48 sorry you have been through that and hope in your new home you feel safer...

Soucerer so sorry that your neighbours turned out to be bad ones and I hope you are happy in your new home.

Jaye I think Sourcerer had abuse neighbours rather than just nuisance. It’s an important distinction. Nuisance can often resolved if both sides can work together towards a solution. Abusive people will always turn nasty if you complain.

Hard to know who you are dealing with when new neighbours move in.

To Sourcerer and skyweek and all who have had to put up with noisy, thoughtless and abusive neighbours
I add my heartfelt sympathy.
Maybe jamsandwich you too should get away.
I think peace of mind is worth a lot and has a value far higher than cash.

As I've already said, my friend who finally left after being harrassed by her neighbour for years, is happy and relaxed in her new home and has been able to enjoy life again.

try sound proofing and using wireless headphones.

Michael I suggested soundproofing upthread. Seems eminently sensible,

urmstongran..yes they know because before i bought the house I met with them and explained that this old boy barks. They said they didnt care. I will also text them If i am going to be out late just incase. they always say everything is fine. I am incredibly lucky to have such lovely neighbours

As someone else said the council deals with noise pollution whatever the source. The RSPCA would only be involved if the dogs were being mistreated. Could you suggest that the dogs need something to calm them such as leaving the radio on or one of these special diffusers you can get to calm animals left along. It's separation anxiety and isn't fair on the dogs or you!

As for the shouting and fighting and all the other drama, is the property rented or are they owners? If rented you might be able to go to the landlord or agent

@jamsandwich

On the dogs front - dogs - as every responsible human on this planet knows - are pack animals
They can be extremely unhappy and depressed and bark incessantly when left alone
Why do people get dogs- for company and pleasure- but not for the company and pleasure of the dog if they aren't with them 24/7 as packs demand

Complain to your local Council barking dogs are a noise nuisance which causes distress all round

On the disturbing neighbours front -
See if you can rally other neighbours as with terraced houses you really are living at close quarters I imagine - so other neighbours must hear the 'drama' too

Call the police every time they argue - to alert them there is a problem if no one knows how you feel how can things change