Pounds' Sounds is a term used to describe the various vocalizations that dogs make. The crossword solutions for this term are YELPS (5 letters), ARFS (4 letters), YAPS (4 letters), and YIPS (4 letters). YELPS is a high-pitched, sharp sound that a dog makes when it is excited or in pain. ARFS is a low, throaty bark that a dog makes when it is alerting its owner to something. YAPS is a short, repetitive bark that a dog makes when it is trying to get attention. Lastly, YIPS is a high-pitched, yelping sound that a dog makes when it is scared or anxious.