[header] How to stop howling dogs [title] Ignore your dog's howling. [step] Some dogs will howl in order to get your attention, or to " ask " for food, treats, toys, etc. To prevent this kind of howling behavior, you will first have to show your dog that howling is not a way to get your attention. 
[substeps] Don't scold or punish your dog when it howls, as it may find even this kind of attention rewarding. Simply do not touch, speak, or look at your dog when it howls to get your attention.