Dog owners do not bear the full cost of the noise their barking dogs create and,therefore,tend to take too few precautions to prevent their dogs from barking.How do local governments address this problem
A)by making it illegal to "disturb the peace"
B)by having a well-funded animal control department
C)by subsidizing local animal shelters
D)by asking owners to bargain with their neighbours to resolve the externality

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By making it illegal to "disturb the peace," local governments can hold owners accountable for the noise their pets create. This creates a stronger incentive for owners to prevent their dogs from barking excessively. Animal control departments and subsidizing animal shelters may also be useful, but they do not directly address the problem of noise pollution caused by barking dogs. Asking owners to bargain with their neighbours may not always be effective, as not all owners may be willing to compromise or may not view the barking as a problem.

Dog Owners Do Not Bear the Full Cost of the Noise