I have a purebred Husky. They don't bark at all. I've heard her bark maybe three times, ever, and two of those she was deaming.
But when people com over she cries and screams and whines. Oh it's hard to bear. At those times I'd rather she bark.
I already know what I want next... A Basenji. Another barkless breed. Small but fit and muscular and nice color and great temperment.
I'm starting a dog thread.