Do you know how to make your dog howl? Do certain noises that trigger howling in your dog? For me it’s as simple as howling myself — that always gets my dog going. She also has the habit of howling in her sleep — but that’s a story for another post. Show But making all dogs howl isn’t quite that easy. Some seem to howl much easier than others. For those dogs you’ll probably need to try out a few different noises until you find out which ones get your dog going. Here’s 5 tips on how to make your dog howl. (Plus 7 videos at the end designed to get your dog howling) Why Do Dogs Howl?So why do dogs howl anyways? Howling is a normal behavior in dogs, and it’s one of the natural instincts leftover from their wolf ancestors. Howling in dogs is a form of communication just like barking and whining. Dogs howl to make contact with others, get attention, signal distress, and to announce their presence. The most common reasons for dogs to howl are:
Like barking and whining, howling is just another form of communication for dogs. It can mean they’re looking for some extra attention, or it might mean they’re on high alert. It’s one of the many ways in which they communicate with one another. In some cases your dog howling may indicate an injury or illness. Some dogs howl much more than others. There are certain breeds of dogs that are more prone to howling than others. Huskies, German Shepherds & many hound breeds tend to howl more than others. A lot of dogs will howl to the high pitched sounds of harmonicas, ambulances, dogs in the distance, or their owners singing. Some dogs, like Huskies, are known to be more vocal than others, so getting your Husky to howl may be a lot easier than getting your Chihuahua to start howling.
 Want to get your dog howling? Try these 4 methods. 5 Ways to Make Your Dog to HowlIf you want to make your dog howl the first step will be determining what noises they respond to. Some dogs will howl to high pitched noises such as alarms and sirens. Sometimes the sound of another dog howling in a video is more than enough to get them going. For my dog I just have to start whistling to get her to howl. Here’s 5 ways you can make your dog howl:
After you find which method gets your dog howling you can promote the behavior further. Give him a treat when he howls and tell him he’s a good boy, just as you would with any form of trick training. With enough practice and encouragement you’ll be able to get your dog to howl on command, just as you can get him to sit or lie down. Getting Your Dog to Stop HowlingNow if your dog howls too much and you’d like him to stop the first step is finding out what’s triggering the howling to begin with. If your dog is howling for your attention while you’re at home you’re going to learn to start ignoring the behavior and reward him when he’s quiet. We often spend too much time focusing on correcting bad behaviors that we forget to praise the good. When you consistently praise your dog for doing something (in this case being quiet) they’ll know that they’re doing the right thing, and with proper encouragement they’ll be more likely to continue that behavior. If your dog is howling when he’s alone it could be from separation anxiety or being lonely. Does your dog also pace around and act nervous when you leave the home? If so it might be separation anxiety. If you suspect your dog is howling because he’s lonely try spending some extra time with him. Create some simple boredom busters for him, give him more mental stimulation, and give him plenty of games to play inside. Dog Howling: 7 Videos to Make Your Dog HowlIf you want to teach your dog to howl check out the following videos. Here’s 7 videos that are guaranteed to make your dog howl. Dogs reaction to “guaranteed to make your dog howl” video. This one comes with a “guaranteed to make your dog howl.” Boxer howling at siren noises. German Shepherd howling. Dueling Huskies – I don’t know if I’d love to have two Huskies or instantly regret it. Another video guaranteed to make your dog howl. My personal favorite. Photo via Matt Elsberry What Noises Make Your Dog Howl?What noises work to get your dog howling? Is it sirens, videos of wolves howling, or your own beautiful singing voice? Let me know in the comments below. Please share with your friends 🙂
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Dogs howl to attract attention, announce their presence and communicate with others. While howling is often done for a specific reason, it can sometimes be a way to simply express excitement. Howling is ingrained in the behaviour of dogs. Similar to a wolf's howling, it can often be loud, drawn-out and mournful — and will sound very different to a brief bark. As dogs have grown closer to humans over the years, their howls have evolved to mean a whole host of other things. Are you wondering why your dog howls? We asked the experts to find out everything you need to know... Are dogs sad when they howl?"Howling is a form of dog communication, in the same way as barking, whining or any other sounds your dog makes," Carolyn Menteith, a Kennel Club Accredited Instructor, tells Country Living. While howling is normal for dogs, it can sometimes be a sign that they are hurt or scared by something sudden. A sad, mournful howl can be a form of crying. If your dog is howling regularly, and for prolonged periods, try to understand what the root cause is. Caroyln backs this up, adding: "Some breeds or type of dog howl more than others and there are numerous reasons why your dog might howl. These include but are not limited to: excitement, communicating with other dogs, responding to noises or other external stimulus, and sometimes even just for enjoyment. It can however often be a sign of distress, and so it's not uncommon for dogs to howl when they are left on their own for a long period of time." CapuskiGetty Images Is it good for dogs to howl?"Dog howling is natural, especially in some breeds, but if your dog has only just started howling, or the reason for howling is separation anxiety or other distress, you should seek help from an accredited behaviourist, like a Kennel Club Accredited Instructor," Carolyn tells us. "They can help you to develop a programme to help your dog learn to cope with being separated from you, and feel comfortable and confident in various situations." Why do dogs howl when you do?The most common reason for a dog to howl is that they want your attention. Whether they are hungry or lonely, constant howling is done to get what they want. While it can be frustrating when your dog makes a lot of noise (especially in the night), it's important you listen to what they are trying to tell you. Always approach your local vet if you are unsure about your dog's behaviour Like this article? Sign up to our newsletter to get more articles like this delivered straight to your inbox. Looking for some positivity? Get Country Living magazine posted through your letterbox every month. SUBSCRIBE NOW
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