These Are the 10 Yappiest Dog Breeds Around

Vocalizing was a trait favored by hunters and those wanting watchdogs, so they purposely bred more yappy dogs. Other breeds yapped to communicate with their pack. Are you living with one of the 10 yappiest dog breeds?

10. Dachshund

brown dachshund on gray concrete floor — Photo by Sandra

Easily recognizable by their short legs and long bodies, these so-called “wiener dogs” are known for their yippy bark. They are one of the smallest of the hound breeds, thus, vocalizing is in their ancestry. They were originally bred to hunt small game. As such, they sound off at anyone and anything they find suspicious.

9. Miniature Schnauzer

two long-coated gray dogs sitting in grass — Photo by Sebastian Coman Travel

Recognizable by their scruffy beards, Miniature Schnauzers are a favorite for apartment dwellers and the 17th most popular breed in the US. They were originally bred for hunting rats, herding, and guarding property. Miniature Schnauzers tend to bark at just about everything, which makes them great guard dogs. Their barking makes them not so popular with neighbors though.

8. Pomeranian

Pomeranian lying on chair — Photo by Alvan Nee

These tiny little puffs of fur have lots of energy and they expend a lot of it vocalizing. They have a vivacious personality and love to communicate. Despite weighing 7 pounds or less, they have a commanding big-dog attitude, which makes them great watchdogs. They’ll definitely let you know when anyone is around.

7. Yorkshire Terrier

adult tan Yorkshire terrier — Photo by Madeline

Yorkshire Terriers are the 13th most popular dog breed in the US, and they’re also one of the yappiest. Besides loving to play and cuddle, Yorkies love to vocalize. They’ll bark at just about anything, which does make them great watchdogs. Yapping is how Yorkies converse, whether it’s to say hello or communicate their wishes.

6. Siberian Husky

adult black and white Siberian husky standing near brown wooden board — Photo by Mikhail Vasilyev

The Siberian Husky evolved from working in packs. Thus, huskies have a natural tendency to use their voice to communicate. Living among humans, huskies vocally express themselves constantly. The Internet is full of huskies trying to talk and singing phrases, such as those that sound like: “I love you.” They also howl at emergency sirens.

5. Basset Hound

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Basset hounds are recognizable by their short legs, extra-long ears, and wrinkly face. Basset hounds excel at tracking and are bred for hunting, letting the hunters know where the prey is with a howling bark. It’s a booming, deep sound. Basset hounds haven’t lost this habit of sounding off when they spot anything. They can be fairly noisy pets.

4. Beagle

tricolor beagle on green grass during daytime — Photo by Joe Smith

Beagles were originally bred as hunting dogs who sounded off by barking to let hunters know where the prey was. This vocal tendency has not diminished. They also bark to get your attention or at anyone who comes to the door. They howl when sirens sound. Most famously, they “bay,” which is deeper and more drawn out than a howl.

3. German Shepherd

black and tan german shepherd dog on green grass field during daytime — Photo by zeeshan noor

There’s a reason German shepherds make excellent watchdogs and guard dogs – they will alert you to anything that moves, including shadows. Their bark is strong and intimidating. Aside from barking, German shepherds are also very vocal. They will try to talk, whine, howl, squeak, and squeal to get their point across.

2. Bloodhound

Bloodhounds have been used for hunting and tracking since the Middle Ages. Barking and baying are deeply bred into this breed. Its bay is deeper and more resonant than a beagle. As a result, bloodhounds tend to bark and howl excessively. If they spot a shadow, you’ll know it. Basically, we’re talking about a breed that doesn’t ever shut up.

1. Chihuahua

white and brown chihuahua puppy — Photo by Jairo Alzate

Considered by many to be the most yappy dog breed, Chihuahuas are very vocal. There’s a lot of personality packed into this compact package. However, this tendency to bark at everything makes them great watchdogs. Despite their tiny size, they have a big-dog attitude. Chihuahuas aren’t all bark – they won’t hesitate to get feisty.