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To say if you're feeling down - follow this guy singing to animals.

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ElenOfTheWays · 16/04/2026 22:46

He's got loads of wonderful videos of him singing to all kinds of animals who all seem to absolutely love it
I defy you to not be cheered up by him.
Here's one to start you off. Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ckze8Z6Cr/

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ElenOfTheWays · 20/04/2026 20:12

Mama2many73 · 18/04/2026 13:29

I follow him and the way animals respond makes me realise we totally under estimate them as creatures. Why the hell do we think we are the better species??

I agree. My cat loves classic fm - especially during any fireworks.

They actually do a special pets programme on Bonfire Night for anxious pets and the feedback says many animals love it.

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Mama2many73 · 18/04/2026 13:29

I follow him and the way animals respond makes me realise we totally under estimate them as creatures. Why the hell do we think we are the better species??

GrianGealach · 18/04/2026 13:26

mathanxiety · 18/04/2026 03:09

I've been following him for ages - the animals respond straight from the heart. We seriously underestimate them.

If animals like ‘Galway Girl’, I’d say we’ve been overestimating them, to be fair.

My opinion of camels has certainly gone down.

Netcurtainnelly · 18/04/2026 13:25

We need more posts like this.

mathanxiety · 18/04/2026 03:09

I've been following him for ages - the animals respond straight from the heart. We seriously underestimate them.

reprobates10 · 18/04/2026 00:00

ElenOfTheWays · 16/04/2026 23:05

This one?
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18MgiXNWu3/

My goddess, that's crazy I'd have been terrified

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That's the one! I'm guessing they had just been fed, a lot.😂

It's a great video, I love watching crocs.🐊

trainedopossum · 17/04/2026 21:03

A dog behaviourist suggested we play music for our older dog, who she said was in good spirits but had got in a habit of grumbling and woofing.

We had a song that we sang to him that made him beam with delight, I can’t even explain it, it was like a full body giggle.

Here it is if you would like to sing it to your dog. (Works best for monosyllabic names.)
DDog’s a good boy
He’s a good boy
DDog is a good boy
He’s a good boy.

He gets in his bed
and he goes to sleep (substitute anything you’re trying to get your dog to do)
Cos he’s a good boy
And he’s a good boy.

FrostyMorn · 17/04/2026 20:18

I also watch him on Instagram with the sound off! Don't love his singing but do love his way with animals and their reactions. People who don't agree animals have a soul are clearly wrong!

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ElenOfTheWays · 17/04/2026 19:24

StarCourt · 17/04/2026 11:23

That’s a bit of a dark song, maybe the Elephant would have liked something upbeat.

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A rousing chorus of Pink Elephants on Parade perhaps? 😂

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ElenOfTheWays · 17/04/2026 19:19

Onlythesaneones · 17/04/2026 08:34

This is so lovely, I am deep in grief and this is the the sort of thing I need right now, thanks OP..
Animals are very responsive to music. I used to be a vet nurse and did a lot of studies in this area. Wildlife casualties in particular have better outcomes when classical music is played.
I always had music on for my patients, colleagues were always skeptical until they saw it with their own eyes.
We also use singing and dancing as a distraction when doing procedures. Honestly if people could see what goes on out back, nurses dancing around like loons singing so the patients don't notice they're having an iv placed 🤣

I love this 😁
Edited to say I mean the singing and dancing for the patients obviously
I'm so sorry for your grief wishing you the best x

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ElenOfTheWays · 16/04/2026 22:46

He's got loads of wonderful videos of him singing to all kinds of animals who all seem to absolutely love it
I defy you to not be cheered up by him.
Here's one to start you off. Enjoy

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ckze8Z6Cr/

That’s a bit of a dark song, maybe the Elephant would have liked something upbeat.

PerkingFaintly · 17/04/2026 10:53

How completely fantastic! Thank you so much for this, OP!

LiviaDrusillaAugusta · 17/04/2026 10:39

Onlythesaneones · 17/04/2026 08:34

This is so lovely, I am deep in grief and this is the the sort of thing I need right now, thanks OP..
Animals are very responsive to music. I used to be a vet nurse and did a lot of studies in this area. Wildlife casualties in particular have better outcomes when classical music is played.
I always had music on for my patients, colleagues were always skeptical until they saw it with their own eyes.
We also use singing and dancing as a distraction when doing procedures. Honestly if people could see what goes on out back, nurses dancing around like loons singing so the patients don't notice they're having an iv placed 🤣

I am sorry for your loss.

The thought of you all singing and dancing to calm your patients has made me well up and laugh at the same time! How fabulous.

If you like reptiles then I would recommend this thread to make you smile as well

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Onlythesaneones · 17/04/2026 08:34

This is so lovely, I am deep in grief and this is the the sort of thing I need right now, thanks OP..
Animals are very responsive to music. I used to be a vet nurse and did a lot of studies in this area. Wildlife casualties in particular have better outcomes when classical music is played.
I always had music on for my patients, colleagues were always skeptical until they saw it with their own eyes.
We also use singing and dancing as a distraction when doing procedures. Honestly if people could see what goes on out back, nurses dancing around like loons singing so the patients don't notice they're having an iv placed 🤣

Hallywally · 17/04/2026 08:13

Aw that’s so lovely 🥰

Murfmeister · 17/04/2026 07:59

Thank you so much for this ❤️❤️

pepperaunt · 17/04/2026 07:54

Just the sort of wholesome content I need!

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ElenOfTheWays · 17/04/2026 01:54

NedsAtomicWheelieBin · 17/04/2026 01:37

This is what I needed tonight. So wholesome. Thanks OP.

You are welcome 😊

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ElenOfTheWays · 17/04/2026 01:53

GuineaPigWig · 16/04/2026 23:20

Thanks OP. Never seen them before. Feel quite emosh watching them!

Me too. 😊

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NedsAtomicWheelieBin · 17/04/2026 01:37

This is what I needed tonight. So wholesome. Thanks OP.

GuineaPigWig · 16/04/2026 23:20

Thanks OP. Never seen them before. Feel quite emosh watching them!

LiviaDrusillaAugusta · 16/04/2026 23:11

Now this is what the internet is for!

Done2much · 16/04/2026 23:11

came across him just the other day and he is brilliant!
good to spread rhe word OP 🦁

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