The 'Gwa Gwa' meme features a small, wide-eyed dog—often identified as a pug or a similar small breed—making a distinct, repetitive barking sound that sounds phonetically like 'Gwa.' It first gained massive traction on platforms like TikTok and YouTube through short, looped clips where the puppy stares intensely into the camera. The meme quickly became a symbol for 'cute aggression' and a total lack of internal monologue, often used to represent someone being loud, confused, or simply existing in a state of pure silliness. Its simplicity and the infectious nature of the audio have led to countless remixes and visual edits, making it a staple of modern animal-centric internet culture.