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Social Media Burnout

I've been writing about dogs for more than 12 years; I've been writing about raw feeding for 10 years.  And I need a break.

I don't know if it's just me, but Facebook has become very toxic. This has been building for years, infecting every community.  People can no longer disagree.  If I have an opinion that contradicts that of another, then we have to argue about it for days.

I block/ban several people weekly.

So, I've decided to give Facebook a break for a week, maybe longer.  I plan to focus on my blog and producing content for Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

I'll also begin sending emails twice weekly.  And the Keep the Tail Wagging community is growing.

How I Earn Money

I was recently accused of being biased because I made money in the pet industry.  I truth is that I do have a side business where I earn money through advertising on my blog, sponsored posts, and affiliate marketing.

I make enough money to cover the cost of raising my dogs - food, supplements, pet insurance, veterinarian visits, toys, etc. - and maintaining my website.  Money is not raining down on me - I still have a full-time job.

It's difficult to earn a full time income in the pet industry.  There are others who manage, but it hasn't panned out for me, because...

• I don't do enough affiliate marketing; technically, I should be sending emails at least three times a week.
• I turn down most opportunities from brands because I prefer to review products I purchase to avoid being pressured into writing a good review (yes, this happens).
• I don't offer any services. I do have two books, and a third is coming, but I don't make enough on sales because I don't have following or educational background.  I'm just a dog mom.
• Most raw food companies are small and don't have the budget to pay for sponsored posts. And I can't pay bills with free bags of dog treats (although we appreciate each bag).

And, I don't get paid for mentioning a brand or product. You have to click an affiliate and buy something within 24 hours in order for me to earn a small commission.  There are many brands that pay me in points, which I can turn into free products.

A few people have accuse me of using Rodney and Dr. Becker to get more traffic and earn more money, but it doesn't work that way. I could start creating traffic by attacking them in blog posts, but that would be a losing battle because I'd be outmatched and my mother raised me better than that.

If you have questions about my blogging business, please feel free to ask. The only secrets I have are those entrusted to me by others.

Recent Blog Posts...

I'm updating old blog posts with current information.  Check out KeepTheTailWagging.com to see more...

Podcasts...

Girls with Dogs - in the latest episode, Cathy and I chat about dog training.

The Alternative Dog Moms - in the latest episode, Erin and I chat with Andrea Ring about homeopathy.

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