Borzoi's Howl Sounds Exactly Like a Pac-Man Ghost and It's Weirdly Perfect
You expect a big, elegant dog like a Borzoi to have a dramatic howl. Something deep, maybe a little haunting, very serious. What you don't expect is for that sound to land somewhere between an arcade game and a slightly haunted decoration from the '90s.
That's exactly what happens with Ora, a stunning white Borzoi who has accidentally become a one-dog sound effects machine.
@esperborzoi It's just a little spooky #borzoi#howl#ghost#dogs#doglife
original sound - MyLittleRussianLady
The adorable clip was posted by TikToker @esperborzoi, and it shows Ora stretched out on the sofa, completely relaxed, letting out a howl that is… hard to describe until you hear it. The caption nails it: a mix of Pac-Man ghosts being chased and those little Halloween decorations that wobble and make eerie noises on someone's porch.
And once you hear it, you cannot unhear it.
@that90sghostnoise Have you ever heard a more beautiful sound in your life? #halloween#80s#90s#ghost#nostalgia#vintagehalloween#spooky#spookyseason#halloweendecor
original sound - that90sghostnoise
People in the comments immediately went all in on the comparison. One person said, "Sounds like a theremin used in horror movies back in the day. Can he come over and accompany my sound system for a movie?" which honestly feels like a missed career opportunity for Ora.
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"Definitely giving '90s Halloween porch ghost," another wrote, while someone else joked, "Ma'am, your ghost is broken," which is exactly the kind of energy this howl has.
Then there was, "Imagine waking up in the middle of the night hearing this," which… no thank you. Respectfully. I would simply assume something supernatural had entered the chat.
"Well, now I want a dog that sounds like a '90s Halloween decoration," someone added, and that might be the most honest takeaway here. Because, as weird as it is, it's also kind of incredible.
And finally, "She sounds like a ghost made of jello," which is such a specific description and somehow still completely accurate.
It's not loud in an aggressive way. It is just… unexpected. Like your house suddenly has background audio you didn't sign up for but can't stop listening to.
Are Borzois Loud Dogs?
@esperborzoi Rating the SOUNDS my goats make #borzoi#rating#doglife#weird#ASMR#dogs#unhinged#dogsoftiktok#list#best#cute
original sound - MyLittleRussianLady
Borzois are not typically considered loud or overly vocal dogs. In fact, they're often described as quiet and fairly reserved compared to many other breeds.
That said, they can be expressive in their own way. Some Borzois will howl, whine, or make unusual vocalizations, especially when they're trying to communicate or are reacting to certain sounds.
Their howls are not always frequent, but when they do happen, they can be memorable. As this video shows, the sound itself can be more surprising than the volume.
Like all pups, personality plays a big role. Some Borzois may rarely make a sound, while others, like Ora, have a very unique voice that definitely stands out.
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This story was originally published April 28, 2026 at 6:20 AM.