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Today we got the honor of interviewing alysia (Nora & Chili & Meatball's Human). You can find a direct link to their Instagram here.
Here is their story:
Can you tell us about your journey to becoming a dog influencer? What inspired you to start sharing your dog's adventures on social media?
Tomczyk: For me it started back in 2015 with Nora as a way to document our journey in another country. Over the years, it turned into a way to share all of our adventures with those who also love their dogs as much as we did. Time flew by and while we've added a few new weens to the crew we still enjoy sharing our adventures.
What do you think sets your dog apart from other dogs on social media? What makes them unique or particularly interesting to your followers?
Tomczyk: I think what sets our social media account apart is just our perspective on life with dachshunds. By sharing our adventures and their personalities, it makes people smile and inspires those who are just starting their accounts.
How do you come up with ideas for your dog's posts and content? Do you have a specific creative process?
Tomczyk: During our adventures, I try to share highlights that people might find interesting or didn't realize they could do. Any other time, I just try to share the fun part of having dachshunds. From how accurate they are to their breed standard or just how great having them in this lifetime is.
Have you ever faced any challenges or negativity on social media, and how have you dealt with it?
Tomczyk: Very rarely do I see the negative side of social media. I try to keep it as positive as possible and think about how it isn't always personal – we are human and allowed to think and feel as we please. I simply try to remind myself that my content will not make everyone happy nor am I out here to please everyone.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to start their own dog influencer account or share their dog on social media?
Tomczyk: Remember to be genuine to yourself and those you want to follow you. While having any amount of followers is wonderful and can open doors most wouldn't imagine, never forget the connections you make and those who support you along the way.
How has your dog influenced your life outside of social media?
Tomczyk: I've been able to work with brands I would never have imagined working with alongside meeting people that would have always been a dream. I am forever thankful for the friends I've made along the way and who have supported my content.
Can you tell us about a particularly memorable or funny moment you've had with your dog during one of your photo shoots or adventures?
Tomczyk: There was a moment when we lived in Japan with Nora that we went into the town to have breakfast and walk along the ocean. It was super dog friendly so we always took her when the weather was nice. As we sat down to eat, the employees recognized her and our Instagram account. They asked us to do a photo with them and gave her a small treat while we ate. In that moment, it wasn't that they knew who she was but how happy they were to meet her in person. That was what made posting all the content I had worth everything.
What is your favorite thing about being a dog influencer?
Tomczyk: The incredible opportunities that I've been blessed with and the people I've gotten to know from it.
Lastly, what's next for you and your dog on social media? Any exciting plans or projects in the works?
Tomczyk: We have some plans for some new exciting on the road adventures and building our lifewithweenies room.
