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Why is my unneutered dog suddenly whining and howling at the door?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cocker Spaniel | Male | unneutered | 25 lbs

My cocker spaniel 2 year old dog, Charlie keeps on whining next to the door even after long walk, I left for work and he was howling loud.. he is not like that, he usually is settled when I leave for work, please help me with guidance.

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on September 19th, 2017

By your description Charlie is not neutered? If he seems ok otherwise then I am suspicious of an in heat female in the vicinity. If this is the problem the hopefully within the next week or so he will calm down. Of course, it is never wrong to have him Seen by a veterinarian to make sure nothing else is wrong. I hope this was helpful!

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