So that we can build a lasting and strong friendship it is very important to take time to understand the furry that we have at home. Although he is not capable of speaking like us, he has a very rich oral language, thanks to which he can express what he feels at all times.
If you want to know what your dog is telling you, read on to find out how to understand my dog's barking, howling and growling.
What does the barking mean?
The barking is the way in which the dog has to, not only express what he needs at that moment, but also to ask for immediate attention. Depending on the duration and the tone (high / low) it will be transmitting one thing or another:
- Danger warning: they are guttural or short barks frequently.
- Game: They are short, high-pitched barks.
- Insecurity / possible attack: the barks are low and spaced.
- Insecurity / territoriality: the barks are loud, high-pitched and fast.
- Feel pain: they are high-pitched barks.
- Greets: these barks are short.
What do you want to express with the howls?
Howls are vocalizations with which they express deep feelings. The dog uses them only in special situations:
- Do you feel lonely: they are long howls.
- In response to other noises: they are howls in siren mode.
- Felicidad: these howls are short, with a high pitch that increases.
- Go hunting: it is a howl alone.
What are growls for?
The dog uses growls, not to fight, but to avoid conflict. This animal is peaceful, and will only be aggressive if it feels threatened. For example:
- Insecurity: is a growl with a high-pitched bark.
- Nervousness: is a medium growl with or without a bark.
- Feels in danger: This can be a short bark growl or a low growl.
On the other hand, if he is happy and wants to play, he can grunt, but it will be a soft grunt. This is done especially by puppies or very social dogs. It is not a cause for concern.
I hope that now you know how to communicate better with your four-legged friend.