March 15th, 2007

Dear Neighbor at 1001 TRENTON Dr.

We live in the house right behind yours. There's something we need to bring up, and we are at a
loss as to how to do so correctly. We decided writing to you would be the kindest, most honest
way to approach the situation and we hope you understand. It's about your dog.

We love dogs and understand a certain amount of barking is normal. For last a few weeks, however, we've gotten the impression your dog barks incessantly for most of the day. The situation is made worse by the close placement of our homes. We've frequently been awoken before 3:30 in the
morning by your dog's barking, and we find it difficult to work or relax at home because of the
constant noise.

We need your help in resolving this problem and we're hoping that bringing it to your attention will
be the first step to a mutually acceptable resolution. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you'd
like to discuss this or if there's anything we can do to help.

For your information, we attached the Fort Smith City Code on animal control. I hope this
information will help you to solve the situation, and help you to understand how serious we are.
(The city police department provides us the information.)

Sincerely,
Antonela and Takeo Suzuki