The Indian Wild Dogs or Dholes
Dhole, the Wild Dog The Canidae family includes the Central Indian wild dog, also known as the dhole, which is closely related to domestic dogs, wolves, and foxes. Their striking features include a bushy tail, a sharp, wedge-shaped snout, and reddish-brown fur. They are medium-sized carnivores. During hunts and social interactions, dholes use their distinctive, high-pitched vocalizations—often referred to as whistles or yelps—to communicate.