15
Jan
My Dog Barks And Howls When Left Alone. For others they are bored and find an outlet for their energy in making lots of noise. This is called appeasement whining and its designed to subvert any risk of being attacked its your dog saying leave me alone please Im not a threat. Dogs bark for many different reasons when left alone. For some it is a sign of a deep insecurity called separation anxiety.
Now its time for the bandaid fix. Seek your veterinarian for advice. Of all dog behavior problems perhaps the most distressing one is the dog who barks when left alone. Howling can be a symptom of separation anxiety. There could be a variety of reasons that your dog is howling. Dont do step two with the mindset that this is the long term fix it isnt.
When left alone the dog might bring a few changes in itself.
Gradually increase the time you leave your dog alone in the house to about half an hour over a period of days If your dog shows any sign of worry take a few steps back and start from where they were last comfortable. Other dogs are highly territorial and hear noises outside and feel duty bound to defend the house against intruders. Separation anxiety howling only occurs when a dog is left alone or otherwise separated from his owner. Howling can be a symptom of separation anxiety. When left alone the dog might bring a few changes in itself. Now its time for the bandaid fix.