What causes a dog to howl like crying?

A dog howling like crying may be due to reasons such as being scared, hungry, bored, or experiencing physical pain and discomfort. If the dog is simply making the sound of crying without showing other abnormalities, it is likely because it is scared or hungry. At this time, owners do not need to be too worried, just comfort the dog's emotions and meet its needs. However, if the dog also shows symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, etc., it is probably sick and therefore releases a howling sound due to physical pain and discomfort. In this case, owners should pay attention and consult a veterinarian in time.

Scared

If a dog is scared, such as being scolded, beaten, or stimulated by loud noises, it may emit a howling sound and even hide directly. Therefore, owners should try to provide a safe environment for dogs and avoid exposing them to sounds and situations that may cause fear.

Hungry

If the owner does not feed the dog on time, the dog may constantly howl when it is hungry or thirsty, trying to attract the owner's attention and ask for food or water. To avoid this, owners should provide enough food and water for dogs daily and feed them on time.

Bored

If a dog is always alone at home with no companions to play with and no owner to accompany, it may emit a howling sound due to boredom. Especially for dogs with abundant energy, they may constantly howl at night to vent their excessive energy during the day. Therefore, owners should spend more time with their dogs and provide a variety of toys for them to play with at home, reducing the feeling of boredom.

Physical pain and discomfort

If a dog besides emitting a howling sound like crying also shows symptoms such as lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, and reluctance to move, it is likely due to physical discomfort or pain. At this time, the owner should take the dog to a pet hospital for inspection to find out the specific cause and then treat it accordingly.