Golden Retriever Stuns Internet With Passionate Siren Performance

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Moomin the Golden Retriever Delivers “Oscar-Worthy” Howls to Sirens

The internet has fallen in love with Moomin, a golden retriever from Oʻahu, Hawaii, whose dramatic howls have earned him viral fame. Born in December 2023 and adopted by his owner May just a few months later, Moomin has quickly developed a signature habit: passionately joining in whenever he hears sirens passing by. What began as a moment of curiosity has now become a full-fledged performance that has captivated millions.

May explained that Moomin’s talent emerged unexpectedly in early 2024. “At first, he was just fascinated—tilting his head and listening as if he were waiting to join in,” she told Newsweek. “One day I gave a quick howl myself and he instantly picked up on what to do.” From that moment on, Moomin’s enthusiastic howling became part of his personality.

Whether at home or riding in the car, the young golden retriever doesn’t miss a chance to throw himself into the role of neighborhood responder. He rushes to the window or pokes his head out of the car, listening carefully before belting out a long, soulful howl that often lasts as long as the siren itself. His TikTok account, @muumiboy, now features countless clips of these spontaneous concerts, with fans around the world eagerly awaiting his next performance.

One particular video posted in August 2024 took his stardom to new heights. The clip, which shows Moomin howling along to an ambulance siren while riding in a car, has amassed over 3.4 million views and 760,000 likes.

Viewers were charmed not only by his voice but also by the intensity of his delivery. “He went back to get the howl,” one user joked after watching Moomin lean inside the car before returning with an even louder cry. Another quipped, “I don’t think the sirens could do their job without him.”

Experts note that howling is a deeply instinctual behavior for dogs, inherited from their wolf ancestors. According to PetMD, dogs often howl to communicate with their pack, express excitement, or respond to high-pitched sounds such as sirens or music. For Moomin, these sounds seem to act as a cue to give his all in a performance that blends instinct with his unique flair.

May believes what makes Moomin stand out is his wholehearted commitment. “When sirens come through, he throws himself into it completely. He really puts his all into it, and I think that’s why people love it so much,” she said. Interestingly, Moomin is normally a quiet dog who rarely barks, saving all his energy for these dramatic moments.

For May, watching her pup bring so much joy to others has been a meaningful experience. “It honestly brings me so much joy sharing Moomin’s howls with the world, especially seeing how many sweet comments come in,” she explained. “Knowing that something he does so naturally can brighten someone’s day makes it even more special.”

Moomin may not know it, but his instinctive serenades have made him one of the internet’s favorite golden retrievers, proving once again that dogs can turn even the simplest habits into moments of delight.

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This content was created with AI assistance and edited by the iHeartDogs team.