In almost any situation, a whistle is more effective, more distinctive, and less tiring, than yelling. In desert conditions, you are also going to expel far less vital moisture when using a whistle, compared to yelling.
If you are buried, tapping or banging is also going to be effective. And don't forget kibble for the search doggies....
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