DEAR DEIDRE: CONSTANT barking by my neighbours’ dog is driving me insane.

I tried talking to them about it but they either ignore me, swear or laugh in my face.

1 My neighbours' dog's constant barking is driving me insane Credit: Getty

I am a retired woman of 62 and live alone.

Last time I said something, my fence was broken and dog dirt was thrown in my garden.

I reported the dog to the RSPCA – who said it was nothing to do with them, as the dog has water and shelter.

I am a dog lover but hearing that barking every day is horrible. I just want some peace and quiet.

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DEIDRE SAYS: It is tricky and I do sympathise.

Keep a diary of the hours the dog barks so you have proof to back up any complaint.

Your neighbours haven’t reacted well when you tried talking to them but mediation can bring about a more constructive discussion.

Find out more through ASB Help (asbhelp.co.uk), which addresses antisocial behaviour.

Finally, you can report noise from barking dogs to the environmental health department of your local council.

Be persistent – until they accept that the dog’s barking is a statutory nuisance.

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