Malamute Puppy Perfecting Her Howl Melts Hearts Online: 'Precious'

Newsweek

08-07-2025

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A pup named Fendi went viral after her owner shared a video detailing how her barks have changed over the years, and internet users can't cope with the heartwarming footage.
The post, shared on Instagram on Friday under the username @fendithemalamute, shows the Alaskan malamute barking differently during three different stages of her life. "This is how I talked as a baby..." reads layover text, as the clip shows little Fendi making cute little barking noises as a puppy.
"This is how I talked as a teenager..." it continues, as a growing Fendi begins to get a deeper tone, as is typical of her breed.
Ultimately, the clip ends with a shot of Fendi now, barking like a big girl who could scare away anyone in sight, "This is me talking now."
Screenshots of the viral clip show the Alaskan malamute barking as a puppy (on the left), and then as an adult (on the right).
Screenshots of the viral clip show the Alaskan malamute barking as a puppy (on the left), and then as an adult (on the right).
@fendithemalamute
The poster, Betty from Sweden, told Newsweek that the pup will be four years old in two weeks, and that she's often featured in her vlogs and videos.
"She's the pickiest dog when it comes to food and only eats home-cooked food that I make for her. She howls when she talks and she's just the sweetest pup ever," she said.
Dogs may bark for variety of reasons, according to Pet MD. They often bark because they're excited and want you to know that, or because they are seeking attention or are trying to signal that they're hungry.
However, dogs may also bark out of boredom, anxiety or fear. Barking in dogs can also be a territorial behavior, or even a sign of pain. If you notice your dog barking more than usual or in a different way, call your vet to rule out any health issues.
To instantly stop your pup from barking, you need to find a different way to keep their mind occupied. You could do that by playing fetch with them, or simply asking them to go to bed. It is important to reward your pup when they listen to you.
You should always make sure that your dog is getting enough stimulation and attention throughout the day, as well as exercise, which can help prevent them barking or zooming at night.
The video quickly went viral on Instagram and it has so far received over 234,000 views and 34,421 likes on the platform.
One user, Ben_bennie_nie, said: "All I hear is just a lil [little] baby."
Jyoti_sarda added: "The floofy tail! Such a cute girl!"
mee_and_joey wrote: "You're precious."
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