“ openhanded puppy free energy . ”

Anyone with a heartbeat likely knowsandloves Christopher Meloni. TheLaw & Orderfranchise actor is like fine wine: He just gets better with time.

To celebrate the fifth season premiere ofLaw & Order: Organized Crime, streaming on Peacock, Chris stopped by BuzzFeed to play with puppies and answer some of our burning questions.

First, the Emmy-nominated actor shared what his favoriteLaw & Orderepisode is:

In 2006, Chris received his first Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for Season 7, Episode 4, titled “Ripped.” This episode focuses on his character, Detective Stabler, as he grapples with his anger while investigating a murder case involving a high school student.

Elsewhere in the interview, Chris name-dropped notable guest stars who stood out to him over the years while filming the beloved series:

The internet’s favorite DILF joked about how his children feel about their dad being crowned a sex symbol online:

He later recalled auditioning for the role of Agent Smith inThe Matrix:

I personally can’t get over the moment when Chris attempted to recite the iconicLaw & Order: SVUtheme song:

The whole thing is too darn cute, and you just have to watch it for yourself!

Check out Christopher Meloni’s fullPuppy Interviewbelow:

And be sure to catch him inLaw & Order: Organized CrimeSeason 5, with new episodesstreaming on Peacock.

Also, all of these puppies are available for adoption atNorth Shore Animal League America.

Chris Meloni poses against a plain backdrop with a bald head and graying beard wearing a white shirt

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Chris holds a small black puppy, smiling warmly

A man in a white shirt and jeans sits cross-legged, playing with puppies on a pink background

Chris looks distressed in character as Detective Stabler, wearing a leather jacket and holding his head. Overlay text: "I just beat the hell out of a guy. What's wrong with me?"

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Chris looks down at a small dog reaching up toward him against a plain background

Chris sitting with puppies; scene of Hugo Weaving and John Wick in character in The Matrix

Chris sits cross-legged on a pink background, smiling and playing with puppies

Chris Meloni playfully engages with puppies on the floor, biting a toy in a studio setting

Chris holds a fluffy dog in his arms, wearing a crisp white shirt