Of course, howling isn't the only way Malamutes communicate. They aren't big barkers, but there are occasions when they do bark. Excited barking can be them telling you they are happy to see you.
Are Malamutes noisy?
Generally a quiet breed, Malamutes rarely bark. They do hold conversations with you, vocally expressing themselves with "woo woo" sounds or loud, extensive howls.
Can Malamutes bark?
Malamutes are usually quiet dogs, seldom barking. When a Malamute does vocalize, it often appears to be "talking" by vocalizing a "woo woo" sound. A similar-looking Spitz dog, the Siberian Husky, is much more vocal.
Are Malamutes as vocal as Huskies?
Neither the husky nor the malamute work well as guard dogs—they're not very vocal and are both just happy to see any people at all—even if they're total strangers. Huskies and malamutes are also both pack animals, making them very loyal and loving.
Are Malamutes very vocal?
Malamutes are also extremely vocal, but it's not always barking or howling: they also yodel, yip, chirp, grumble, snort, and more to communicate. Some Malamutes even sing!
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