Scientists Reveal the Hi: Make the Meme With Your Dog
"Scientists Reveal the Hi" is a meme built on a wide-eyed close-up of a pet that seems to say hi. PawGroove makes a dog version from one photo of your dog: a 5-second vertical video with a steady, slightly stunned stare into the camera and one small paw wave. It costs 10 credits a clip, and your first clip is free. The video has no text and no sound, so you can add your own caption and audio when you post.
Input: 1 photo of 1 dog. Output: a vertical 9:16 video, about 5 seconds, silent, no text. Free: your first demo is free. No app needed.
Last updated: October 28, 2026.
How to make it in 3 steps
- Upload 1 clear, front-facing photo of your dog.
- Pick Scientists Reveal the Hi and generate. The studio shows progress until the clip is ready. There is no guaranteed completion time. Preview mode finishes shortly after you start; a live generation waits on the video provider.
- Download the MP4 and add your own caption in TikTok, Instagram or any video editor.
What you get
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 (vertical) |
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| Length | About 5 seconds |
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| Example on this page | 480p (496 × 864) free-preview render from our own sample photo. |
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| Live generation | 720p with purchased credits (the free first video is a 480p preview), 9:16, about 5 seconds |
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| Text and sound | None. No caption, logo or news graphic, and no music. Add your own when you post. |
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| Photos needed | 1 photo of 1 dog, face clearly visible |
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| Accepted formats | JPG, PNG, or WebP |
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| Max upload size | 10 MB |
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| Generation time | The studio shows progress until the clip is ready. There is no guaranteed completion time. Preview mode finishes shortly after you start; a live generation waits on the video provider. |
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| App required | No. It works in the browser. |
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| After the free demo | Your first demo is free: a new account receives 10 welcome credits, enough for one clip. After that each clip costs 10 credits. One-time credit packs: $4.99 for 5 clips (50 credits) and $9.99 for 12 clips (120 credits). Check pricing for current availability. |
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What happens in the clip
Scene: PawGroove first makes a tight, softly lit close-up of your dog with wide, dark pupils in a dim living room, then animates it. Nothing is written on the video.
- 0–2 s: a steady, slightly stunned stare into the camera, with one slow blink.
- 2–3.5 s: one front paw comes up near the face for a small, gentle wave.
- 3.5–5 s: the paw goes down and the stare returns.
The clip is generated from your photo. PawGroove does not use the original meme photo, and it is not affiliated with any news organization, broadcaster or the people behind the original meme.
Photo tips
- One dog only, facing the camera.
- The face should be sharp and well lit: eyes, nose and ears clearly visible.
- Head and chest in frame is enough for this one; full body is fine too.
- No heavy filters, stickers or cartoon effects.
Limits: what can go wrong
- The paw wave can be small, late or missing in some takes.
- Eye size and expression vary from take to take.
- A side-on or blurry photo makes the face drift away from your dog.
- Multiple pets in one photo: usually fails or animates the wrong animal.
- PawGroove is made for dogs. Other animals are not supported.
- AI variation: every render is a little different. Some takes will look better than others.
If a take looks off, try a sharper, front-facing photo and regenerate. A regenerate is a new generation and costs 10 credits. A failed generation refunds those 10 credits.
PawGroove vs. making it yourself
Use PawGroove if you want your own dog in this meme without editing. Features of other apps change often.
FAQ
What is the "Scientists Reveal the Hi" meme?
It is a recent meme built on a close-up of a pet with very wide pupils, captioned as if scientists had discovered how the animal says hi. People remake it with their own pets.
Can I make it with my dog?
Yes. Upload one clear, front-facing photo of your dog and you get a 5-second vertical clip of your dog staring into the camera and giving a small paw wave.
Does PawGroove add the caption or the news graphic?
No. The video has no text, logos or news graphics. Add your own caption in TikTok, Instagram or any video editor.
How long is the video, and does it have sound?
About 5 seconds, vertical 9:16, with no sound. Add your own audio when you post.
How much does it cost?
Your first demo is free: a new account receives 10 welcome credits, enough for one clip. After that each clip costs 10 credits. One-time credit packs: $4.99 for 5 clips (50 credits) and $9.99 for 12 clips (120 credits). Check pricing for current availability.
Is this affiliated with a news organization or the original photo?
No. PawGroove is not affiliated with any news organization or with the people in the original meme. Clips are AI-generated from your own photo.
Does it work with cats?
No. PawGroove is made for dogs: one dog per photo.
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