For our beloved dogs, howling has a fascinating range of uses. It can mean a pup simply responding to its surroundings, expressing emotion, or (arguably), even singing.\u00a0Unfortunately, though, howling can also be one of those telltale signs your dog has separation anxiety<\/a>, and it’s absolutely heart-wrenching. In fact, in one popular TikTok, a darling Yorkie’s sad howls after her parents drop her off are so distressing, we’re heartbroken ourselves!<\/p>\n Oh, the trials of an abandoned Yorkshire Terrier \u2014 or so this Yorkie seems to feel. The reality? This Yorkie’s parents have temporarily dropped her off at her babysitter’s place and will most definitely return. But how is she supposed to know that! So, she cries and cries for them with the sweetest and saddest howl you ever did hear. In between wails, though, this adorable Yorkie gently snuggles her sitter for comfort as if to say, “I know it’s not your fault!”<\/p>\n The little Yorkie’s plight surely tugged at both her babysitter and many viewers’ heartstrings. Hundreds of them shared concerns in the comments. One responded to the softness of her howls with, “At least she’s using her inside voice.” Another spoke as if in the Yorkie’s voice, saying, “They’ve abandoned me!” We all agree that we can’t wait for this girl to be reunited with her family.<\/p>\n Read more: 15 Dogs Who Are So Dramatic They Deserve An Oscar<\/p>\nCan pups overcome separation anxiety?<\/h2>\n