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What does it mean when a dog howls at night?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Anna Lee
There are many reasons why dogs cry at night, such as lack of security, perceived danger, hunger, thirst, physical discomfort, etc. It is recommended that the owner check the dog's condition. If there are no other abnormalities, the problem is generally not big. Just comfort the dog, increase the dog's food and drink water, and meet the dog's needs. However, if the dog is accompanied by symptoms such as listlessness, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, etc., it should be taken seriously and the owner is advised to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment immediately.

1. Lack of security

If the dog has just arrived in a new environment and is not accustomed to the new environment and lacks a sense of security, it will make a cry-like sound, especially at night. The main purpose is to drive away the fear in my heart in this way. If this is the case, it is recommended that the owner spend more time with the dog to soothe its nervous mood. You can also use toys or snacks to divert the dog's attention and make the dog happy.

2. Perceive danger

Dogs are very vigilant, and their hearing is also very sensitive, so when they hear movement around the house at night, they will The barking serves as a warning. This is normal dog behavior and the owner does not need to worry.

3. Hungry and thirsty

If the owner does not feed the dog at a regular time and at a fixed time, when the dog is hungry or thirsty in the middle of the night, it will cause the owner to yell. Notice. In this case, the owner only needs to prepare sufficient water and food for the dog in advance.

4. Physical discomfort

If the dog is injured or sick, it may scream because of physical pain and discomfort. At this time, the owner should pay attention to observation. Once the dog is found to have other abnormalities, such as listlessness, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, etc., it is necessary to take the dog to the pet hospital for examination and treatment in time.

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