Quoting Alyssa's post (because I can't figure out how to use the quote thingie)
"Alpha wolves may not initiate howling, but they will assume control of the situation once vocal contact is made, with, for example, a neighboring pack, a lone wolf or a family member that has become lost while hunting. If the alpha wolves determine that the pack needs to prolong its calls, they will offer encouragement to howl by repeating a long deep howl, or, if they want to stop the pack, they repeat a series of two or three cut-off howls in quick succession."
I tried that with Hambone and the look on his face was priceless! I let it go for about 3 howls then did the deep three short cut-off howls (made up by me the pack leader of course), and he stopped cold then just made one surprised bark. And ran like a banshee in circles around the yard happy happy boy.
I want to thank Ms. Skidmore for her input about allowing him to initiate activity. This is a compromise right now. I know now I can stop it and yet, still let him tell me he is lonely.
As to that fish out water flailing and a crazy lady...too funny!
Good luck with your husky!