Interesting Facts: Why Dogs Howl

19.10.2023 23:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22

Howling is a vocal form of animal communication seen in most canids (Canidae), especially wolves, coyotes, foxes and dogs, although it is also found in cats and some species of monkeys.

Nevertheless, this method of communication “at a distance” has been best studied among wolves.

Why does the dog howl

The reasons for howling in a dog are always specific: loneliness, illness, lack of exercise, fear of separation, loud noises and other irritants.

In order for a dog to stop howling, you need to find out and eliminate the reason that makes the animal behave this way.

Why do dogs howl at night

Howling at night is our pet's way of communicating.

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This may be a signal to you that your dog has heard some disturbing noises or seen an intruder walking around your house.

The dog reports the threat and calls on the rest of the “herd” to help.

What to do if your dog howls

What to do: Ignore your dog when he howls.

Give treats and attention only when she calms down.

If the animal is difficult to calm, try giving the command “Voice!” simultaneously with the dog’s howl and the command “Quiet!” when the dog is silent.

Author: Diana Dashkevich Editor internet resource

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  1. Why does the dog howl
  2. Why do dogs howl at night
  3. What to do if your dog howls