Meet 'Good Boy' Rogie, The Sweet Senior Dog Who Loves Being Sung To
All dogs are good dogs. But this senior dog named Roger (aka "Rogie") from TikTok is such a good boy that his human even made up a sweet little song for him — and the internet is going wild over it!
@shortlegs4u Rogies anthem. I'm on cameo if you want a song like this for your doggie ! #fyp #roger #dog #viral
Titled "Rogie's anthem," the post notes that this is "Roger's fave song," and it goes something like this: "That's my good boy Rogie, he shake his little tail, he shake it for his mommy, that's my good boy Rogie." Meanwhile, the good old pup looks super content to just sit and listen and get a few pats in the process. The song helps to soothe him, as he was mistreated before finally being adopted as an older dog into a calmer home, according to the post.
"I love Rogie's sweet face. It makes me wanna cry thinking someone was mean to him!" reads one comment, as many others questioned how anyone could be so mean to animals. Others, however, were focused solely on the cute little ditty, saying, "My new favorite song!" We sure hope Rogie knows how much he's loved now!
Should you sing to your dog?
Your dog may not know the words to your favorite song or the little ditty you just made up for them, but that doesn't mean they won't enjoy the show, as singing to your pup gives them something they love: your attention.
When you sing in a calm but upbeat and happy voice, your dog may wag their tail or look at you adoringly, making the private concert a fun bonding ritual that will leave them feeling loved and included. If your furry friend suddenly joins in with a dramatic howl, congratulations! You've officially started a duet with a dog that sings!
In general, singing to dogs can be surprisingly comforting to them, and a soft, gentle tune may even help your dog relax during stressful moments, like thunderstorms or unfamiliar situations. Of course, not every dog will be a fan of being front-and-center for the experience, and that's OK too. So, if they hide, whine, or seem uncomfortable, take the hint and lower the volume or give them some peaceful alone time. However, if your dog is into it, go ahead and grab your imaginary microphone and sing your heart out. Your dog just might become your biggest fan...as if they weren't already!