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Today we got the honor of interviewing Alice (Owen & Bulleit'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?
Tsang: My journey to becoming a dog influencer was honestly an accident. One day, I came across an online ad seeking a new home for a cute little puppy named Owen. Owen had a happy-go-lucky attitude and the biggest smile I've ever seen. I brought him home and started sending pictures to my family and friends.
Little did I know, his pictures and videos started gaining attention. Soon after, we started receiving messages from other dog parents asking for recommendations on dog-friendly places and products. We even were stopped a few times in LA by people who recognized him!
I never meant for him to be an influencer but through our adventures, we have made friends, promoted local businesses, supported animal shelters, and moved halfway across the country for a job with a pet e-commerce company!
What do you think sets your dog apart from other dogs on social media? What makes them unique or particularly interesting to your followers?
Tsang: Owen's Instagram has evolved as he has gotten older. What started as an account detailing the joys of puppyhood, turned into an account showcasing his adventures and his puppy friends. As Owen enjoys posing for the camera, he also started modeling for a few pet brands and businesses.
Currently, the Instagram shows the goofiness of Owen and his brother Bulleit, the loveable land seal. It's pure chaos and co-dependency.
How do you come up with ideas for your dog's posts and content? Do you have a specific creative process?
Tsang: I take a lot of my content ideas from the world around me. Honestly, I used to have a content calendar and would try my best to stay "in the know" with social media and news outlets. These days, I just let the boys be themselves as they always get into things and the posts write themselves.
Have you ever faced any challenges or negativity on social media, and how have you dealt with it?
Tsang: Unfortunately, yes. The problem with being open about your life and your pet is that not everyone agrees with the way you and your pets live.
Each dog is different and it's hard for a one-size-fits-all solution. It's important to not take anything personally especially if the comments are not coming from your vet.
What advice would you give to someone who wants to start their own dog influencer account or share their dog on social media?
Tsang: Do it! We need more puppy photos and videos in our lives. It can take a lot of time but it brings so much joy to others.
How has your dog influenced your life outside of social media?
Tsang: Woof! My dog's Instagram helped me get a job that relocated me from Los Angeles to Dallas. This move not only kickstarted my career but it allowed me to find my person and now we have 2 dogs!
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?
Tsang: I've been very fortunate that Owen loves the camera. He takes any opportunity to pose for a shot. But, when he is tired, he will pretend to be jello and melt into a puddle if you try to sit him up. He's a bit of a diva!
What is your favorite thing about being a dog influencer?
Tsang: All the dogs and people I've met.
Lastly, what's next for you and your dog on social media? Any exciting plans or projects in the works?
Tsang: We recently signed with a food topper company as an ambassador. This has been keeping us pretty busy promoting the product in Dallas. We've also started producing more reels and testing out TikTok.
Who knows what's next for us?
