Vocal Communication Flashcards
Why do dogs whine?
They feel stressed, anxious or frightened
They don’t like something
They are uncomfortable (ex hungry)
What are the two forms of growling?
Play growl
Warning growl
Why do dogs play growl?
What does it sound like?
They are playing or mock fighting
Usually low in the throat and sounds soft
What are some charactaristics of a warning growl?
Starts out soft and increases in volume
Would be accompanied with agressive body postures
Warning dog will attack if provoked
Should you punish a dog for growling?
No! Growling is a useful warning sign and is helpful for dogs/humans to know when the dog is upset and may attack
Why is barking the most mysterious type of dog communication?
It can mean so many different things, there are “alert” barks, “bored” barks, etc…
So many different tones and sounds
Some dogs just like to hear the sound of their own voice :)
What are some extreme methods people use to contol barking?
Electric shock collars
Cutting vocal cords?!
Why does controlling barking not always help?
Just because the dog is not barking, it does not mean that they are not upset, fearful or anxious. They just now cannot express/tell you how they are feeling
What type of dog vocalization indicates that they are stressed or anxious?
Whining
