For most dogs, a simple call or whistle is enough to get their attention. But for Mayhem, a spirited Pit Bull, it’s a special song that does the trick.
This unique recall method has captured the hearts of many on social media.
In a viral TikTok video, his owner shows how Mayhem responds not to standard commands, but to a specific song from his rescue days.
Video shows dog reacting to a song sung to him when he was first rescued
@kmwilliams036 He's obsessed with "Where is Thumpkin" what can I say? You can see his under the bed shenanigans in my 2nd video ever lol #bullybreeds #dogsoftiktok #adoptdontshop🐾 #mayhem ♬ original sound – Mayhem & Mylah
Mayhem’s owner, who posts under the username @kmwilliams036, shares this unique recall in action.
The video starts with a regular call for Mayhem to “come,” but he stays put, sitting calmly in a bedroom. It’s only when his owner starts singing “Where Is May May?”—a playful twist on the children’s song “Where Is Thumbkin?”—that Mayhem springs into action.
He leaps over the couch and eagerly snuggles up next to his owner, clearly responding to the familiar tune.
This special recall method began when Mayhem was first rescued. The song was initially used to coax him out from under the bed where he would hide. Over time, it became a comforting and effective way to call him.
The owner explained that this song is now their go-to method for calling Mayhem, as it seems to be ingrained in his memory as a sign of safety and love.
Social media users have been both entertained and touched by Mayhem’s reaction to the song.
The original TikTok video has garnered over 170.6K likes and 766 comments. Many praised the owner’s creative approach, with one user humorously noting the practicality of the method.
Another user imagined a funny scenario where the song might be needed in a serious situation, saying, “Imagine being in a serious situation and having to sing that song to get him to you.”
A third user commented, “He’s the main character and he needs his theme song to walk into a room.”
Mayhem’s story is a heartwarming example of how unique and special our bonds with pets can be.
