Get ready to have your heart melted by Ernie, an adorable Chihuahua with a dining routine unlike any other!

Forget gobbling down a whole bowl – Ernie has a system, and it involves you.

This viral sensation brings his kibble to his owner one piece at a time, not to share, but to show off his cute, meticulous munching.

The hilarious Instagram video captures Ernie’s quirky habit perfectly.

He’ll trot over, deliver a single piece of kibble, and then proceed to crunch it right in front of his human, complete with the sweetest little eating noises.

He’s so committed to his one-at-a-time rule that when two pieces accidentally stick together, he’ll even try to separate them!

His owner finds it absolutely “cute,” and so do thousands of others!

Netizens are calling Ernie “adorable” and “the sweetest crunch I’ve ever heard,” with many sharing similar stories about their own wonderfully weird pets.

With over 215k views and 26k likes, Ernie’s unique eating style is proof that sometimes, the simplest habits are the most charming.

Does your furry friend have any quirky habits that make you laugh?