InstagramSure we could look to stars for tips on how to win at social media, but we wanted to take a different approach. Why not learn from the pros? We're talking about famous Instagram pets. You'd be pretty surprised how many valuable tips and tricks we gathered just by looking at their profiles. Do you know how to frame a perfect picture? Marnie the Dog does. Would your eyebrows get you thousands of followers? See how Sam the cat did just that. Whether it's taking the perfect selfie or learning to endorse products, these famous pets have all the dish on how to make you the next powerful social media influencer.
1. A good background makes all the difference. Marnie the Dog is a pro when it comes to this technique. One of the first things you must learn about taking photos for social media is how to stage a great scene. Choosing the best background is key if you want to flatter your face. Marnie shows us that a bold backdrop does wonders for your eyes...and tongue.
2. Learn how to serve face. Proof that a strong brow alone can get you thousands of followers. Sam the cat of @SamHasEyebrows is a nice reminder to get ours fleeked so we can be on our way to Insta-fame. Can we take this photo to our waxer?
3. Angles are everything. Sadly Sage of Harlow and Sage passed, but now we have new additions Indiana and Reese to teach us some social media lessons. It's tough to make everyone look cute in a group selfie. The laying down angle isn't very flattering no matter how naturally adorable you may be in real life. Stick to standing group selfies and always snap multiples.
4. Always take fashion risks. Tuna the Dog teaches us how important it is to show off your style in your photos. If you want to stand out from other social influences, you've got to experiment with bold looks. Tuna's outfit tells viewers he's on top of his fashion game. Watch out Menswear Dog.
5. Build your brand. Grumpy Cat shows us the importance of self-branding if you want to have a strong social presence. Real name Tardar Sauce, she's curated an Instagram based entirely off of her stage name. Now Tardar can be seen rubbing paws with celebs left and right.
6. Drink tons of water. This lesson is all about the importance of staying hydrated. Lil BUB is clearly reaping the benefits of this handy tip. Getting enough water helps with maintaining a shiny coat and clear complexion, especially when you're posting that #nofilter pic.
7. Aesthetic is everything. A beautifully curated fashion blog can lead to big things in your social media future. Take Menswear Dog for example. His artfully crafted social site landed him a book deal. We bet he's barking all the way to the bank right now.
8. Disconnect from time to time in order to preserve a hint of mystery. Even major social media influencers need to unplug and relax every once and a while. Boo shows us how it's done. Except, make sure to Instagram yourself taking a break from Instagram or else it doesn't count.
9. Product placement is key. Subtly endorsing products in your pics is huge if you want to land big sponsorships with iconic brands. We're willing to bet Pudge the Cat over here gets free coconut oil for life for this snap.
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