Droopy eared, long-faced Basset hounds may seem to have little in common with fluffy, wolf-like Alaskan malamutes, but both breeds share at least one notable trait: They love to howl. Other breeds like Pomeranians and Chihuahuas are equally vocal, albeit with yips and yowls rather than bellowing howls. Owners of vocal dogs may engage in the parlor trick of howling or singing in order to induce howls in their pet, much to the delight of their guests. Some so-called "singing" dogs have become YouTube famous for their
It even seems dogs will outright sing: Think of the legendary New Guinea singing dogs — or the canines who become momentary YouTube stars for their predilection for singing along with pop star Michael Jackson or opera singer Luciano Pavarotti.
