In an adorable Instagram video from @therealpaworotti, Meko the Alaskan Malamute shows off his singing skills with a series of soft, long “awoo” sounds, and he has the kind of voice that makes you stop what you are doing and listen. His “song” feels like a performance because he does it without barking or making a fuss. Besides, looking up while singing just adds to the theatrics.
Owner shares Malamute’s singing skills in viral video
In the video from @therealpaworotti, Meko the Malamute sits front and center, looking very calm — but then he tips his head up and starts singing, letting out a gentle “awoo,” then bringing his face back down like he is catching his breath between notes. A second later, he goes right back into another round of vocals, steady and smooth.
Behind him, Meko’s owner sits on the floor, smiling the entire time and laughing as he continues his little concert. In the video’s caption, the owner highlights, “He doesn’t bark for attention…he sings because he feels it,” adding, “And honestly… I think we all need a little more of that lately.”
Breeds like Malamutes and Huskies come from working dog lines that relied on vocal communication, which is why many of them howl more than they bark — and they often do it when they feel excited or even when they hear a sound that seems worth answering back to. Sometimes it is also a learned routine — if your dog howls and you laugh, your reaction becomes part of their fun.
Meanwhile, viewers in the comments seemed to agree, and they came bearing jokes. One commented, “Such a soft voice for such a big doggo,” while another said, “Sir, that’s a bear,” and a third one quipped, “Uppercase puppy, lowercase woooo.” Moreover, many viewers admitted one thing: “I don’t know what’s better,…the singing or the way he makes you smile.”
For what it’s worth, this Malamute sounds quite proud of himself in the video. And judging by the internet’s response and the 783K likes on the video, he deserves it.
