Should I be worried if my dog doesn’t bark?

Should I be worried if my dog doesn’t bark?

Vocal Stress or Health Issues If you have a dog that has suddenly stopped barking or appears to be trying to bark without making any noise, it could be that too much barking has strained his voice. Recent surgery is another reason your dog might be more silent than normal, or he simply might not be feeling well.

How do I get my dog to bark?

If she never barks, or only barks infrequently, keep in mind that a quiet dog is still a normal dog it is simply likely that she doesn’t have the genetic tendency or the external motivation to be a barker.