I suspect every dog owner knows the struggle of trying to get their pet’s attention when they are distracted or sleeping. I have certainly spent my fair share of time shouting names across the yard with zero results. However, a recent viral video has proven that sometimes the most effective command doesn’t involve your voice at all.
A TikTok user who goes by the handle @sakuthehusky recently shared a hilarious clip that has already amassed over 14 million views. The video begins with a shot of an empty staircase, and for a moment, it seems like nothing is happening.
Then, the owner reveals her secret weapon. She simply holds up a package of Swiss cheese and crinkles the wrapper. She doesn’t whistle, she doesn’t clap, and she doesn’t say the dog’s name.
The reaction is almost immediate. Within seconds, the sound of paws scrambling against the floor echoes from the floor above. Suddenly, the head of Sakura, a five-year-old Husky from Miami, pops over the top of the stairs with an intensely curious look on her face.
@sakuthehusky Certified cheese detector activated 🧀🕵️♀️ #fyp #husky #thecheesetariff #cheesetax #funnydogs ♬ original sound – Sakura The Husky
It is honestly one of the funniest things I have seen all week because it perfectly captures the selective hearing our pets seem to possess. While they might ignore you calling them in for a bath, the slightest rustle of a food packet acts like a homing beacon.
Viewers on social media were just as amused as I was, with the video racking up over 2 million likes. Many commented on how relatable the situation is, noting that their own dogs could be in a deep sleep and still hear a cheese wrapper opening from three rooms away.
If you have a stubborn dog that refuses to come when called, you might want to try this “silent” method. Just be warned that you will probably have to share a slice of cheese every time you do it.
