Social Networking Site for Dog Owners
Social networking sites have changed the way people communicate and socialize with others that these have been regarded by communication experts as one of the most influential tools in the present society.
While it is very common nowadays for a person to have more than three social online accounts, it seems that people’s fascination to social network sites has grown to tremendous proportion that there are online communities which target market niche. One good example of this specialized site is Dogster which is a dog-themed online community.
Dogster holds various contests and events for dog owners. One famous affair is called the “World’s Coolest Dog” which is conducted online. Meanwhile, the site also holds conferences and events to allow members to personally meet each other and share tips on how to take care of their pets.
This social network site allows members to purchase virtual items using “zealies” which is the currency used in this website. People can earn this virtual money by engaging to some social activities or by paying Plus subscription (this service can be paid through PayPal).
To provide more interaction among users, Dogster also provides forum which allows members to publicly display messages which can be read by other users. Besides from this feature, the social network site also allows people to form a group or club, making it easier for them to communicate with other individuals who also share their same interest.
In 2005, the site received the best community site awarded by Webby because of its service and innovative features.
This forum-based website is affiliated with Catster which targets people who are passionate about their cats.
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10:49 pm on July 18th, 2010
i really love dogs as pets because they are so adorable and very loyal pets too:”,