Upon the pack s return, the pups mob the adults, licking, biting and nudging at their mouths. The pups join the pack on hunts in the early fall, although they do not fully participate until they are one year old. Body language Wolves have very expressive faces and communicate through subtle gestures of the mouth, ears and eyes. As well, the position of the tail, even the bearing of the entire body, can communicate volumes. It is easy to spot the alpha wolf because he carries his tail in a relaxed curve, holds his head up and walks with a bold stance.
Subordinate wolves show their submission by lowering their heads and tails.
Vocally Wolves use a wide variety of sounds to cummunicate with each other ranging from whines and whimpers to snarls and growls. They are also known for their soulful, melodic howling. Each wolf chooses a different pitch to sing, and when the whole pack is howling they can sound like many times thier number. Even the puppies join in, eagerly trying to mimic the adults with their little puppy yips and yelps. Howling communicates many different things.