I'd try the tarp first - then if she asks any questions, you can just explain that your dogs are sensitive and get scared when they see dogs they don't know.

It's a bit of BS, but if you want to keep the peace, try that.

As to them barking all the time, I'd call Bylaw straight away. Unless she is completely deaf and has NO idea how noisy they are.

You might find you weren't the first to call!

Good luck!