From time immemorial, the howl of a dog has been considered a manifestation of mystical power. The iconic animal has the ability to sense dead people. A dog can detect physical and emotional disruptions in a person, a violation of his biofield and aura. When a dog howls, the omen is important, as it is connected with a person’s life. Do not ignore the signs of fate; be sure to listen to popular beliefs and advice.
Signs of why a dog howls
The general interpretation of the sign, why a dog howls, is interpreted with the death of a person or a fire. A more detailed description depends on various circumstances:
- what kind of dog (domestic or stray);
- what time of day;
- life nuances.
If you have an event planned, for example, a trip, a birthday celebration, and your pet starts howling, this is a sure sign of failure. Reconsider your plans, the dog warns of an unfavorable completion of the work begun. The sign can take on the following meanings depending on how your pet howls:
- if your four-legged friend began to howl protractedly, it means he smelled death. The owner or one of the family members is overcome by a terrible illness, the disease can be fatal;
- if a pet howls quietly, resting its head on its paws, it means that it feels its demise. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you care about him or the animal is sick;
- when a faithful friend looks up and howls, the legends promise a fire. Fire can damage your home or your neighbors. Be careful and check for gas or other explosive substances leaking;
- when a domestic dog whines and shakes its head in different directions, expect a series of troubles;
If a dog comes to the house and barks, howling and whining at the same time, this is a signal of rampant evil spirits. Be careful when using sharp household appliances and be careful when traveling.
If a dog howls on the threshold of a house, it is necessary to remove it from a symbolic place (the intersection of the dead and living worlds). Otherwise, it is a sure harbinger of death.
Origin of the howl
From the history of dog domestication it is known that its closest relative is the wolf. The pack lifestyle of wolves and the need to notify relatives about a dangerous situation or their location - all this was conveyed by them with the help of howls. The sensitive hearing of animals easily picked up characteristic sounds and helped them navigate the area.
Dogs inherited from their distant ancestors such sound signals, which can carry different information.
In an apartment or house
Being indoors, the dog reacts even more to negative energy changes. If a pet sits next to a wall and howls, this indicates unfavorable changes for the person who lives behind this barrier.
If there is a sick person in the house and a four-legged friend sits next to his bed, whining and howling, the life of this person “hangs by a thread.”
A howling dog sitting on the doorstep symbolizes major financial losses and deterioration in the well-being of the entire family, illness, sadness, and grief. Bring him inside or send him outside.
A guest came to you, and the dog sat down next to you and began to howl, which means that the visitor was planning treachery towards you. Take a closer look at this person, maybe she is just pretending to be a friend.
If an animal hides in a secluded place and howls, expect trouble.
Chain dogs
Such dogs are most dependent on the mercy of their owner. They receive less human contact, unlike pets, and in most cases are deprived of walking, content with a long chain. They have to accept the fact that they defecate close to their den, which is, by nature, unacceptable for dogs. Apart from the kennel, they have nowhere else to escape from the cold, heat or precipitation, and if the kennel is poorly equipped, has not been cleaned for a long time and is infested with fleas, then the dog has a hard time. He cannot find food or water when his bowl is empty, and no matter what food the owner brings, the dog will have to be content with only that, there is no other choice. All these circumstances are the main reason why a chained dog howls at night more often than its other relatives.
If the animal is unwell, experiencing discomfort, hunger or thirst, it may endure for a long time, but will eventually announce with a loud howl, especially if the owner ignores its previous whining. In addition, in this way the dog compensates for the limited need for communication.
There is another significant reason for the night “concert”. In the natural environment, animal feces not only mark the boundaries of a property, but also inform a larger predator. Therefore, animals never defecate near their lair. If the sewage was not promptly removed near the booth, the dog may intuitively be afraid of being discovered by an enemy, whom he tries to scare off with a loud howl at night.
Interpretation of signs depending on the time of day
The time of day also plays a significant role in the interpretation of superstition.
- The morning hours foreshadow failures during the day, problems on the roads, conflict situations at work. Try not to engage in controversy or succumb to provocative actions to avoid problems.
- If a dog barks or howls at lunchtime, this is a signal of family troubles. A domestic scandal is expected. Show restraint and understanding.
- A dog howls on the street at night - expect unpleasant news. This is a signal of rampant evil spirits. Sad news can affect not only household members, but also distant relatives.
What should you stock up on?
The following items will help you achieve success.
- Container with treats. You leave your dog food that he particularly likes and that he can eat for a long time. This should keep her busy, distracting her from your care.
- Radio or TV. By leaving any of these devices at a low volume, you give your dog the illusion that someone other than himself is present at home.
- An entertaining toy. You give it to your dog when you leave and take it away when you return home. By doing this, you let your pet know that the toy connects your arrival with your departure.
Next, we will consider several methods to help wean a dog from howling in the absence of the owner.
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How to neutralize a bad prediction
- If a dog barks at you on the street and continues to chase you, howling after you, you need to give alms to the poor. Then, returning home, confuse your tracks by winding through courtyards. Try to cross three intersections and three bridges. This is a sure way to ward off trouble.
- When the dog howls at the door, you need to fill a bucket of clean water and pour it over the threshold. It is recommended to say the following conspiracy: “It’s time or not time, flee death from my yard.” Reward your four-legged friend with delicious food for a valuable warning.
- If your pet howls while sitting in a booth, read a prayer, go to church and light candles for all your loved ones for good health. At home, walk around the entire area, including the yard, with a lit candle, and pray.
- The dog howls all night and does not let you sleep, turn the pillow over and say: “On your head.” You can sleep peacefully, the negative energy is gone.
- Another simple trick, which consists of the following manipulation: go up to the dog, turn the shoe over in front of him with the sole up and stand on top of him with your bare foot. This will drive away evil spirits and prevent negative consequences.
- Popular belief says that if your or your neighbor’s dog howls for several nights, leave the house, go to the gate and, looking at the street, say: “Trouble should not come through this gate. The dog barks, the wind blows.” If the animal has not changed its behavior, then you or your neighbor will face trouble.
It is important to firmly understand that your pet, when it starts howling, is not calling out trouble, but only warning about it. Do not scold him under any circumstances, because he warns you of danger and gives you the opportunity to prepare. It would be a good idea to examine your pet, maybe something is bothering him (his paw hurts, he wants to eat or go for a walk). Dogs often howl and sing along with their musical neighbor, because they have very good hearing. If this is a small puppy, then whining and howling may indicate a lack of attention. The baby misses his mother.
Bottom line
For dogs, barking, howling and other vocalizations are a natural form of communication. They can be onerous, but the owner's role is to understand and accept the dog's natural needs and instincts. Don't deal with them with specific punishments, as they can either reinforce the unwanted behavior or mask the cause, causing frustration and exacerbating the problem. Avoid inventions such as collars that shock your dog when he makes sounds. They can cause a number of unpleasant consequences - from health to behavior.
When this type of behavior becomes bothersome, we can consult a behaviorist and determine their basis - observing the dog is the basis . We must pay attention to the circumstances in which vocalization occurs and when it stops, and be careful not to reflexively reinforce it, for example by “comforting” the dog. It's also good to remember that vocalizations often indicate pain. Any sudden change in a dog’s behavior should cause us concern, because this may indicate serious health problems!
Desensitization method (reducing sensitivity)
It includes several points:
- Change the order of actions. Before leaving, you usually follow a certain sequence of actions. For example, you put on your coat, shoes, take your car keys and put them in your bag. The dog perceives this as a signal that it is time for her to “cry.” It is recommended to pack your things and dress in a different order. This will confuse the dog.
- Break the connection. This means that you need to use things used for care in the apartment, for example, walk around it with keys when you are not going to leave anywhere. This will prevent your pet from associating certain items only with grooming.
- Practice short absences. For example, when throwing out trash, return when your pet has stopped whining. By doing so, you encourage his calm behavior.
- Stay calm. When leaving, do not try to calm the dog down; it reads human emotions perfectly. On the contrary, be calm both when you leave the apartment and when you return to it.
- Take a break. When you return home, you should ignore your four-legged friend for a while until he comes to a calm state. This reduces the degree of tension, and with it the tendency to howl.
Next - about another way of working with a pet.
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Method of creating a comfortable environment
It also consists of several points.
- Keep your dog quiet. Place the dog bed (basket, crate, kennel) in a quiet part of the house or apartment so that the pet feels safe and isolated from outside noise.
- Apply pheromone therapy. Connect a DAP (dog pheromone) diffuser near your chosen location. This device emits sedatives.
- Close the curtains. Dimming will also calm your whiner, including reducing the penetration of street noise.
- Do not turn off the radio or TV at low volume (see above).
- Leave your pet a tasty, long-lasting treat (see above).
And finally, one more way.
