Although it is not a very common behavior (and whose frequency also depends on each dog), the truth is that howls are an important source of information about the emotional, mood and even health of our dogs . After all, it is one of their ways of communicating and expressing, as far as possible, what happens to them.
The howl has always been present in the “dog world”; in fact, it is one of the clearest characteristics that they have inherited from their ancestor, the wolf. Normally, it does not have to mean anything negative, because most of the time, as we told you in the gallery, it will simply be a way of calling each other and talking to each other. However, on other occasions it can be an indication that something is not right: stress, some ailment, fear or lack of specific care can cause the dog to suddenly start howling.
The howling tones can give us some clues to find out what this sound is due to. For example, a more plaintive, low-pitched howl may be due to the dog in pain or discomfort . On the contrary, a high-pitched, loud and loud howl can be caused by spending too much time alone, a lack of stimuli, or simply the imitation of some external sound that is similar to a howl, such as the wind or sounds of the mermaids in the city.
Obviously, howls cannot be avoided , as they are part of the dog’s communication. What we can do is prevent the causes for which it occurs, making sure that he receives the necessary attention and care, that he does not get hot, cold or hungry, that he has enough toys when he is alone at home, that he always has water fresh and clean at your disposal … They are simple common sense measures that will ensure the welfare of the animal, which will not give him reason to howl excessively or suddenly.
In the following gallery we will tell you what are the most common reasons why your dog howls from time to time.
