5. Injuries & Wounds
If your dog is out and about often and without direct supervision, the risk of becoming infected increases Wounds to pull in. Typical causes are bites and scratches from other four-legged friends. But thorny bushes can also cause serious injuries.
Sometimes these go unnoticed for a long time: Dogs have a high pain tolerance and don't show any signs of it for a long time. It is also common for four-legged friends very thick fur and/or lots of undercoat Sometimes it's not so easy to recognize a wound at first glance.
During this time the injury can also occur ignite. If the dog is then touched in the affected area, this causes a frightening and painful reaction: the four-legged friend often screams like a squeak, and occasionally he will also snap in his panic.
6. Nervous disorders
Sudden strong screams can also occur neuropathic pain related. A nerve is usually compressed, and in many cases this is particularly treacherous because the dog cannot adopt a protective position to alleviate its suffering.
The most common complaints include: herniated discs, in which permanent pressure is exerted on the nerves. That too Compression syndrome (also known as cauda equina), in which the spinal cord is damaged (e.g. bruised or inflamed), is comparatively common.
Furthermore there is still other polyneuropathic diseases, e.g. axonopathy, which is particularly common in Labrador Retrievers. Affected dogs often struggle not only with pain, but also with muscle weakness.
7. Ear pain
Earaches can also be incredibly painful, Some four-legged friends then start screaming in desperation. Due to the size of the organ and the depth of the auditory canal, dogs are disproportionately affected by Ear infections affected.
Most of the time it is bacterial infections, viruses or Fungal infestation. Also Parasites can lodge in the ear; untreated injuries are another “entrance ticket” for germs.
Many dogs who have an ear infection instinctively try to relieve their pain by scratching. One is typical for many infections distinctive stench, which comes from the ears, occasionally redness, dark spots or crusts can be observed if you look closely with a lamp.
8. Muscular problems
Those too Muscles of the dog can cause problems. Many four-legged friends start screaming when they see one cramp have.
These attacks are caused, for example, by infections, heart problems, neurological diseases or malnutrition. Furthermore, some small breeds such as the Scottish Terrier are affected by genetic defects that cause muscle cramps.
If you've ever had a cramp, then you probably know how your dog feels: not only is he suddenly in pain, he's also scared – which explains the panicked cry.
9. epilepsy
Another form of cramps are epileptic seizures: Then every now and then the nerve cells in the brain are not loaded and unloaded properly, so that the four-legged friend loses control of himself.
Typical symptoms: The dog suddenly falls down, the muscles twitch violently, foam comes out of the mouth. Screaming noises can often be heard, which the animal has no influence over.
Epilepsy is not that rare: According to a study, around 0.75 percent of all dogs are affected. The symptoms can occasionally be alleviated, but the disorder is still incurable. Fortunately, most attacks are mild.
10. Symptoms of poisoning
But seizures are not always harmless: sometimes there is one poisoning behind it. They have a negative effect on the nervous system and some dogs then start to scream unexpectedly.
Unfortunately, there are many toxins that can be fatal to dogs: not only pest controller are a danger, too Insect bites, artificial fertilizer and some too Groceries such as chocolate or certain fruits and vegetables are toxic.
Serious topic
Symptoms of poisoning are always one life-threatening emergency: So you have to immediately to the vet.
You can also find out how to recognize symptoms and possibly take immediate measures before arriving at the practice in our guide “Poisoning in dogs”.
Many poisons act very quickly on the dog's body, but there are also some very treacherous traps (e.g. rat poison) that take days to develop. That's why you should Always consider the possibility of poisoning when symptoms occur.
11. Joy
Does your dog only cry every now and then, for example when a family member he loves comes home? Then it could also be that it is simply one expression of joy acts.
There is little reason to worry, although animals (especially young ones) can occasionally become so overwhelmed by emotions that they briefly lose control of their bladder and do a “welcome pee”.
Typical of this reason is one excited posture with a wagging tail. Many dogs also briefly tremble and frolic back and forth happily.
12. Pushiness/begging for attention
Dogs are very trainable animals. They closely observe the reactions of their human caregivers and then adapt their behavior accordingly: what seems advantageous to them then becomes part of their behavioral patterns.
When a dog screams, it's a very unusual warning: That's why most people drop everything to look after their four-legged friend and see if everything is okay.
Some dogs then remember: “If I scream, the person is mine.” Accordingly, they occasionally yell when they want attention or – for example, when they beg for food – are ignored by us.
13. Territorial behavior
Some dogs also “yell” for her to defend territory. This is usually a very excited, monotonous barking with a high pitched voice.
The dog not only wants to warn you, but also send a clear message to the “intruder”: “Don’t go any further or I’ll get serious!”
The posture is then quite aggressive, but many four-legged friends still wag their tails: This is not an expression of joy, but of extreme excitement.