My best friend’s a dog, not a man. I travel for mysteries in my van. I’m terrified of people, howling under a white sheet. But I gain confidence when I’m offered a treat. When I get scared, my running is skids. I’m just one of many meddling kids.

I can last your whole life, or be brief as a joke. The event will be triggered as soon as it's spoke. I'm a great source of fun but I come at a cost; if you're reading this riddle you've already lost.

I sing for love and dedication, but I was used to deceive without reprieve for a generation. Two words to my name, five words of fame make up my claim, two more share the blame of internet shame.

What Five Letter english Word can be pronouced the same even with four of it's letters removed?

I’m healthy, but higher in calories when split.