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Like most hounds, Basenjis are very vocal. However, unlike most dogs, Basenjis don't bark. The unique noise they make can be best described as a yodel. And here are 10 Basenji yodels that you need to hear right now.

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  1. This attempt to mimic a siren:

     
     

  2. This enthusiastic ensemble:
     

     

  3. This cute choir:
     
     

    A video posted by carsonbriggs (@carsonbriggs) on Nov 21, 2015 at 11:51am PST

     

  4. This lazy singer:

     

  5. This singalong star:
     

     

  6. These future “American Idol” contestants:
     

     

  7. One half of this dynamic duet:
     

     

  8. This a cappella ace:
     
     

    A video posted by Leila (@leereesj) on Feb 28, 2015 at 9:30am PST

     

  9. These adorable mini yodels:

     

  10. This triumphant game show fan:

     

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