Foxes also commonly bark, which is generally used as another type of contact call to reach out to friends or rivals, Harris said. The bark sounds similar to that of a dog, except slightly higher pitched and sometimes shrill. ... But foxes also squeal when they are excited, Harris said.

What does it mean when a fox barks?

Foxes bark to claim territory. Unlike distress or fighting sounds of other animals, foxes repeat the call to get the message across. Foxes pair for life but the family stays together only during the breeding season.

What kind of animal sounds like a dog barking?

As well as their well-known triple box, male foxes are also known to make a loud 'a-woo' noise that sounds similar to a domestic dog (listen here).