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THE CONVERSATION: Why we give our cats, dogs and other pets social media accounts

Daily MaverickSeptember 8, 2026

Pet social media accounts let guardians broadcast identity, build community and share joy – from hobbyist pet accounts to lucrative pet influencers shaping how people see companion animals online.

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