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August 16, 2010
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Mod_Mary:
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Q1. For those without blogs, what qualities do you look for in a blog? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A1 I look for unique information, specifically based on experience #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A1 - Interesting and new info, a great story (like the ones Life With Dogs shares), Educational info #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Feel free to chime in here.... Q1 for everyone... #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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With blogs I look for info of dogs, like to hear about ppls own experiences w/their dogs & photos. #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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A1.
what I like in a blog - good updated correct info with references if possible - new stuff not just the same old hased over topics #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Mary - new information, to the point not rambling #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 personal experiences are important to you, Kim? #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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I look for either expertise or new perspectives on a topic of interest
#Dogtalk |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed RT @ComfyPaws: what I like in a blog - good updated correct info w/ refer(s) if poss - new stuff not same old topics #barkoutloud |
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DianeNeff:
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A1: Experiences that others have that could happen to all of us, insights, humor. Some serious info too, but has to be balanced. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I just posted my first blog post. I look for info that will catch my interest, new info, stuff that engages me. Snappy text! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@tacrabtree what is rambling, for you? just too much text? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Agree, and also personal experiences. RT @shargem69: I look for either expertise or new perspectives on a topic of interest #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Mary - OR just plain - this is what my dog/cat/monkey/ferret etc did today with cool pics! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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A1 Yes personal experiences are very important, anybody can spiel out info of dogs, like hearing about ppl living it. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Pics too RT @kimhalligan1: With blogs I look for info of dogs, like to hear about ppls own experiences w/their dogs & photos. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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I'm hearing insight, humor, not rambling, new info...unique. #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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A1 I also appreciate when the writer makes the effort to present more than one view or opinion on the topic #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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@Mod_Hilary I agree - snappy and well-written text makes a big difference. Also, @DianeNeff - a good balance b/t serious & fun. #Dogtalk |
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shargem69:
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A1. Blogs that are longer than for a few paragraphs tend to turn me off...limited time...need brevity
#Dogtalk |
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Mod_Mary:
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Passion, really? On the part of the blogger? Obvious passion? #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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A1 I like good pics, concise info, humor too... not rambling as you all have said #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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A1 A good story that incorporates relevant information. Humor is always good.
#barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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A1 Personal experiences and what else? Not rambling, humor, several viewpoints... how does one do all that? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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Of course some old topics need to be repeated, especially with new point of view #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Do you like to be able to interact with the blogger?
#barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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A1 Short & sweet also, tho there are some peoples blogs I dont mind because they keep it interesting #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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RT @tacrabtree: @Mod_Mary - rambling to me is to means too much fluff & not substance in the text #barkoutloud |
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OneWhiteDog:
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@dancingdogblog I have a blog!! I lovvvvvvvve it :*) #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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What is old to one might be completely new to another #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@DawgBlogger true ... plus there may be new info available for old topics #barkoutloud |
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DianeNeff:
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I also like ongoing "stories" so we get to know the blogger and his/her dogs! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@DawgBlogger Yeah, what's old always has a new POV. #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@Mod_Hilary I like to interact with the blogger...more engaging and lends more credibility to the blogger. #Dogtalk |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Hilary @LorieAHuston: interaction is very good. FB seems to allow that very well #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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I concur RT @ComfyPaws: @DawgBlogger true ... plus there may be new info available for old topics #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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me too RT @DianeNeff: I also like ongoing "stories" so we get to know the blogger and his/her dogs! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@DianeNeff Do you have examples? I like ongoing stories too, so we can see progress #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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me too RT @DianeNeff I also like ongoing "stories" so we get to know the blogger and his/her dogs! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Okay a Q2 for one of our guests, also Moderator Lorie. Q2. What are the benefits of blogging?
#barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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A1 I also like to hear a continuing story about peoples dogs. How they have made progress, what theyve done. Photos & videos. #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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A1 I think two-way interaction is a little easier on FB, like the comments on blogs too #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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How many of you leave comments on blogs? #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A2a. Benefits will vary from person to person, depending on their goals. #barkoutloud |
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DianeNeff:
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@Mod_Hilary One example is @pawcurious - she's on a road trip/vacation with the family and dogs - really like her blog
#barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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I'm enjoying Mary's blog about her journey with Aaron #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A2b. Blogging can allow expression of personal opinions, promotion of passions (i.e. rescue, fostering, etc.) #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@LorieAHuston I sometimes do #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A2c. Can help build personal or business brands-good for business people (trainers, vets, shelters, rescues) #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@LorieAHuston I occasionally leave comments on blogs- when I'm passionate about the posting usually. #Dogtalk |
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kimhalligan1:
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I rarely leave comments on blogs, dont know why. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@LorieAHuston I leave comments when I feel compelled to--when blog has a POV with which I agree or disagree. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A2d. Can help market goods and services #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Me, too!RT @ComfyPaws: Im enjoying Marys blog about her journey with Aaron #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - I like to leave a comment f the topic is especially one
that has helped me. Folks like feedback, I think #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@ComfyPaws Thanks, Jacque. My blog is a labor of labor of labor of.... love #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A2e. Can monetize blog in many different ways tho many bloggers blog out of passion for their topic vs making money. #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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I love to leave comments on blogs. Gets me involved in their
community. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A2 Leave comments all of the time. I know how much I like to see them, so I know others do too. #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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@LorieAHuston I always try leave comments on others' blogs so they know I appreciate the thought they put into writing the post. #Dogtalk |
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jawaj52:
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RT @LorieAHuston: How many of you leave comments on blogs? //Whenever I feel like responding. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Me three :-) RT @Mod_Hilary: Me, too!RT @ComfyPaws: Im enjoying Marys blog about her journey with Aaron #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 But I notices you comment abt blogs on fb... #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@DianeNeff LOL wasn't it @pawcurious who said next trip she'd take the dogs and board the kids? #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Loving it also RT @ComfyPaws I'm enjoying Mary's blog about her journey with Aaron #barkoutloud #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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@LorieAHuston I think often the discussion is as as good or better than the post. I really enjoy the engaged bloggers #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too! RT @Mod_Hilary: Me, too!RT @ComfyPaws: Im enjoying Marys blog about her journey with Aaron #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@Mod_Mary yup it shows too #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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a2 i blog mainly for expression and to keep track of how my dog is doing. It makes me feel better & hope it helps someone else
#barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@tacrabtree I agree. I know I like to have feedback from my readers. Think most bloggers do.
#barkoutloud |
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DianeNeff:
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@ComfyPaws It was! I think a lot of people can identify with that situation. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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What do the rest of you see as the benefits of blogging?
#barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@LorieAHuston I just wrote a blog post about how blogs create community... #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Now that I see how much bloggers love the comments left on their blog will try to comment more. :) #barkoutloud |
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BrianGroth:
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A2: reaching, growing and engaging with an audience #barkoutloud #dogchat to Q2: why blog? |
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FlexPet:
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@LorieAHuston When you leave comments on each other's blog it leads to possible guest author opportunities. #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@DianeNeff yup I got a big kick out of that! humor goes a long way in a blog #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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RT @BrianGroth: A2: reaching, growing and engaging with an audience #barkoutloud #dogchat to Q2: why blog? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - feedback let's you know
that you are heading in the right direction/info was beneficial - yes? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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So, to our panel-- Q3. Why did you start blogging? #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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@Mod_Mary Great! I like a blog to be bold and well written, and give information that is very current and/or controversial. #barkoutloud #vet |
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acavaliersvoice:
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It makes me feel good to have someone contact me when they are going through the same thing & being there for them
#barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@FlexPet Yes, absolutely! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@LorieAHuston Benefits of blogging - clients get to know me, feeds my reactive side and my passion for pets #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A3a: I learned the hard way how important owner education is in keeping our dogs healthy. I started sharing what I've learned. #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Great idea RT @FlexPet: @LorieAHuston When you leave comments on each other's blog it leads to possible guest author opportunities. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A3b: If my blogging can save one dog from suffering - my mission has been accomplished. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@Mod_Mary Yes I do. LIke ppl on twitter to know what blogs Ive enjoyed. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@tacrabtree Yes, and sometimes feedback gives ideas for new blog posts or to clear up something that wasn't clear in original post #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@acavaliersvoice - sharing an exerience/travel thru events are beneficial for everyone I think #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A3 To catalog Daisy's progress from Puppy mill breeding dog to a happy dog. I was afraid I would forget where we'd been #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@LorieAHuston A2. Reaching /engaging with audience; self-expression and getting across important messages with impact #Dogtalk |
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LorieAHuston:
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Yes!!! RT @DawgBlogger: A3b: If my blogging can save one dog from suffering - my mission has been accomplished. #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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My blog is very specific but I started to blog because I read about another dog health symptoms and it saved Ella so I gave back #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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So agree! RT @DawgBlogger: A3b: If my blogging can save one dog from suffering - my mission has been accomplished. #barkoutloud |
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DianeNeff:
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In the transcript can we get a list of the blogs identified tonight? There are some I haven't seen yet but they sound great. #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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I started blogging to share unique professional experiences RT @Mod_Hilary: So, to our panel-- Q3. Why did you start blogging? #barkoutloud #vet |
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Mod_Mary:
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I started blogging cuz ppl urged me to do so...and I thought it was a good way to brush up on my writing skills. Plus, good story.
#barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A3 We blog because many ppl have lots of questions about supplements, and this is a way to connect with them directly. #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Yes! RT @shargem69 @LorieAHuston A2. Reaching /engaging audience; self-expression and getting across important messages with impact #Dogtalk |
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tacrabtree:
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@DaisyWunderDog - I so wish I would have started that with Duchess #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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I also started blogging to create community.... #barkoutloud |
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mahi1108:
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RT @dino_dogan: A1. I've noticed a lot of blogs, dogs or otherwise with good content/bad design #Dogtalk |
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ComfyPaws:
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you're all bunch of talented writers that needed an outlet ;-) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@tacrabtree I started about a year after. Wish I had started when Mary did... at the beginning #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q3 Me, too! RT @Mod_Mary: I also started blogging to create community.... #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A3 Got peeved at what was happening in animal welfare, could not voice it on shelter site. Wanted to get message out. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - Isn't it anther form of (showing my age) Journaling as a kid? #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Good point. Something we often lack considering busy schedules, etc RT @Mod_Mary: I also started blogging to create community #barkoutloud #vet |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I started blogging to spread awareness about knowing breed specific inherited conditions. It is so important #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A3. I started for basically the same reason as @Dawgblogger. Get accurate info into the hands of those that can benefit. Save lives! #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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A3 I started blogging to share my experience of homecare for dachshunds with IVDD. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@acavaliersvoice - that is a great reason! #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A3 Also started blogging cuz there R some grt success stories out there and we LOVE to share them http://bit.ly/bu8uCa #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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We've really already answered Q 4 and 5....
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Mod_Mary:
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How about Q 6? #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Sounds like everyone has a story to share & wants to spread their knowledge & experiences with dogs. #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I sometimes get off topic because it is an outlet to share my emotions but blogging is a learning experience #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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note: the bloggers main reason ... to help others #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@DREAMRescue - that is a great reason too #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Q6. What are some of the things to consider before starting a blog?
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed! RT @acavaliersvoice: I sometimes get off topic becuz it is an outlet to share my emotions but blogging is a learning exper #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Exactly! RT @ComfyPaws: note: the bloggers main reason ... to help others #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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#barkoutloud I blog because I just can't stop myself. I'm always talking 2 myself abt the things I write. Blogging forces me 2 clarify thoughts |
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tacrabtree:
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Or make someone smile! RT @ComfyPaws: note: the bloggers main reason ... to help others #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yup! RT @dancingdogblog: Exactly! RT @ComfyPaws: note: the bloggers main reason ... to help others #barkoutloud |
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ComfyPaws:
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@dancingdogblog pretty cool, eh? #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@dino_dogan Anything to add on Q5 before we move on to Q6? #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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When someone reaches out to me and tells me they never heard of it & saved them, then at least her being sick meant something #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@fearfuldogs LOL! Me too! #barkoutloud |
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vomviersen:
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I feel so shallow. I mostly wanted to share my dogs' show and trial pics/vids! #Dogtalk |
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LorieAHuston:
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A6a. Consider how much time available to devote to blog. New bloggers sometimes surprised at time commitment #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@acavaliersvoice yes, feels better that the suffering was not in vain #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@acavaliersvoice Excellent point! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A6b. Helpful to find a niche you want to blog about #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A6c. Consider what you want to accomplish with blog (i.e. raising awareness of topic, making money, other) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@fearfuldogs - but you really help ohers in the meantime! I don't think I could have made i his far w/o ur help w/hound!! Thank you! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A6d. Consider where to host blog ? i.e. free hosting service vs owned domain. Pros/cons both ways. #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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Q6 I wish I considered to get to the point. Keep on topic #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A6e. Realize that building successful blog takes time/effort. Patience is required to see results :-) #barkoutloud |
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mahi1108:
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RT @dino_dogan: A6: In preparation for this talk I took some time to really think about the winning recipe for a niche blog. cont-> #Dogtalk |
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fearfuldogs:
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#barkoutloud I love getting comments on my blog & especially enjoy readers talking 2 each other! |
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gotrainyourdog:
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I blog because it makes it easy to direct new clients to things I've written. They get a very quick idea of my philosophy. #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A6 Blogging is a strategy in SEO, so make sure you have the right keywords in place to optimize your SEO voice. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - I like reading blogs that just plain make me smile! Takes me away for a
little while to a better place #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@dino_dogan For some reason, I can't see your tweets on tweetchat! #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I think people have said they want humor too. Sometimes my blog can be depressing so I guess to share some good things #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@LorieAHuston success of a blog is in the content mainly #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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What did others consider before starting their blogs? What would you recommend? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@FlexPet Oo! Now there's a conversation to have! SEO #barkoutloud |
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gotrainyourdog:
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I also blog so that those who don't know about dog fitness have lots of info to start them on the road to training w/o "obedience" #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A6 Content is key, as well as your ability to do marketing for your blog so that many ppl become visitors to your blog. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@acavaliersvoice not every blog has to be funny O_o #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Yes, agree completely. RT @DawgBlogger: @LorieAHuston success of a blog is in the content mainly #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I have to agree. It is a big time commitment. Didn't realize this when I began. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Not tonight! RT @Mod_Mary: @FlexPet Oo! Now theres a conversation to have! SEO #barkoutloud |
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mahi1108:
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RT @dino_dogan: A3. I started my blog in order to sharpen various view points for my book. Both internally and with the help of my readers #Dogtalk |
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FlexPet:
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@Mod_Mary Yes SEO and keywords are so key to the effectiveness and we study them all the time for our blog. #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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@LorieAHuston I like to make known info about issues or situations that I encounter in my #veterinary practice #Bark Out Loud #vet #petcare |
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HoundandHill:
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True of all you guys RT @ComfyPaws you're all bunch of talented writers that needed an outlet ;-) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@LorieAHuston Content and tone? @DawgBlogger #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Mod_Mary @FlexPet What does SEO mean? #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Me too. RT @FlexPet: @Mod_Mary Yes SEO and keywords are so key to the effectiveness and we study them all the time for our blog. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@Finch93 search engine optimization #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I have a question. I talked recently with some others wanting to bring more cavaliers together but tie in Twitter. Any suggestions #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@Finch93 search engine optimization...what you do to your blog to make it easier for people to find it. #Dogtalk |
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K9Cuisine:
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@Finch93 SEO = search engine optimization
#barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@Mod_Mary I think the content maybe. Tone often just stems from content #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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I need help with my mktg RT @FlexPet A6 Content is key, as well as ability to market your blog so that many ppl become visitors #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Mod_Mary o! thanks :) #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Finch93 @Mod_Mary @FlexPet SEO=Search engine optimization. It's a way to get found in Google, other search engines #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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I believe that best SEO optimization is good original content. All else falls into place #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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@Finch93 Search Engine Optimization (but sounds like we're
discussing at different time) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Since we're talking abt SEO let's ask...Q7. What are some of the best ways to drive readers to your blog?
#barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A6 So Passion, Patience, Persistence and don't expect big $$! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed. RT @DawgBlogger: I believe that best SEO optimization is good original content. All else falls into place #barkoutloud |
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gotrainyourdog:
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@Mod_Mary Thanks, very interesting. Never knew this existed! Kinda cool to see where everyone is. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@FlexPet @Finch93 I think SEO is an important part of blogging. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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LOL! So true! RT @dancingdogblog: A6 So Passion, Patience, Persistence and dont expect big $$! #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Hot key words RT @shargem69: @Finch93 search engine optimization..what you do to your blog to make it easier for people to find it. #Dogtalk |
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FlexPet:
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@DREAMRescue Talk to @sternalmrktg or @sternalpr they can offer some grt advice for marketing ur blog. #barkoutloud |
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dotjenna:
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@DawgBlogger True, but keyword usage, including using the right keywords in the right density & proximity matters too. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@DaisyWunderDog like, no money.... : ( #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@FlexPet @Finch93 But SEO is big topic in
itself. Whole classes devoted to it :-) #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@LorieAHuston it is but I think that we focused content this works itself out without doing it extra #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Have @Alyssa_Milano RT it? :) RT @Mod_Mary: Q7. What are some of the best ways to drive readers to your blog? #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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@tacrabtree Writing the blog so search engines rank it well for the important key words #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I think it depends. Since mine is specific it has been mentioned on other sites dealing with her specific issues. #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - are you guys talkig about top results if I goggle a topic ...SEO? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@tacrabtree yup. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@tacrabtree Yep, exactly!! #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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A7 Twitter is one of the best ways to drive traffic to a blog #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I think to drive readers is by word of mouth. You need to continue to post. Keep contact with others & remember why you started #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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@Mod_Mary A7 Get involved in the pet blogger hop, comment on others' blogs to fully participate in the community... #Dogtalk |
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dancingdogblog:
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SEO keywords all for another session? #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A6 Sign up for lots of social bookmarking sites, too. tools like onlywire.com are grt to be very efficient. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed! RT @Mod_Mary: RT @K9Cuisine: A7 Twitter is one of the best ways to drive traffic to a blog #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@dancingdogblog I would love that. #Dogtalk |
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Mod_Mary:
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RT @dancingdogblog: SEO keywords all for another session? *I'm guessing... but really important...* #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A8 Having engaging content that gets readers involved is a grt way to get ppl to the blog. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@dancingdogblog Think it's tough to talk about blogging without talking about SEO and keywords. You? #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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A7 Also engaging other bloggers with comments #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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#
# Q8. Everyone: What methods have been most successful for you to get readers to your blog? #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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#Pet #health specific #SEO #keywords would be good future #barkoutloud RT @dancingdogblog: SEO keywords all for another session? #barkoutloud #vet |
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gotrainyourdog:
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@K9Cuisine yes, I think it's important to understand SEO, your blog's content when specific will fall around those defined targets #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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If I was so successful at blogging then maybe I would not be in this discussion :) #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@K9Cuisine - got it thanks. Twitter is - My grandson's name was 3rd when googled his name due to 1 pic put out on twitter, :( #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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A8 Get readers by using Twitter, Networked blogs on FB, tweeting links to folk who I think will be interested, Blog Hop #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A8 my first visitors were actually through google #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@K9Cuisine I just recognized this in my latest blog post. Really important and wonderful! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary Sorry, Hilary. Back to SEO. About 2/3 of my traffic comes from search engines :-) #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Leave comments on blogs written by others in your field. RT @K9Cuisine: A7 Also engaging other bloggers with comments #barkoutloud #vet #petcare |
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pamperedpetspal:
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A7 Use Caution and don't fall into the costly Google Adwords trap trying to build SEO #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Point only to be careful! #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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Haha... me too! RT @acavaliersvoice: If I was so successful at blogging then maybe I would not be in this discussion :) #Dogtalk |
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FlexPet:
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A8 have contests and do polls/surveys on ur blog. Really FUN way to create excitement (& u can market the results later) #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A8 social media and exposure on other blogs also helps #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary Also, networking with other writers, marketing on FB and twitter #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@FlexPet Hadn't thought about that... #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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SPOT ON here. RT @DawgBlogger: A8 social media and exposure on other blogs also helps #barkoutloud |
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pamperedpetspal:
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@Mod_Hilary A8 Twitter and Facebook #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A7 I just wrote what I thought needed to be said, google seems to like me anyway #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston @Mod_Hilary - how do you know what brings ppl to ur blog? #barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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I would guess that in the beginning SEO is not as important as just blogging and building an audience #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@DawgBlogger ha! of course! #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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I have been successfull thanks to dawgblogger helping me with my writing skills and spreading the word #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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@Mod_Hilary A8 Allow others to use your #blog as a guest post on their blogs. #vet #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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I don't optimize all my posts. But I choose strategic ones that I optimize heavily. Once there, can encourage to visit other pages. #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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@Mod_Mary I believe Wordpress has plugins you can install for polls and surveys on ur blog. #barkoutloud |
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DREAMRescue:
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Good idea RT @wantmorepuppies @Mod_Mary A7 Get involved in the pet blogger hop, comment on other blogs to participate in community #Dogtalk |
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Mod_Mary:
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Sometimes I guess you just gotta do it and see if it works out.... #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@dotjenna truly, I don't have time for that. I just write what needs to be said #barkoutloud |
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dotjenna:
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@DawgBlogger #barkoutloud reconstituted content that is thrown up online is just like dog poop. |
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LorieAHuston:
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@tacrabtree I use Google analytics. There are other analytic programs out there too. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yup. RT @Mod_Mary: Sometimes I guess you just gotta do it and see if it works out.... #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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To drive grt traffic do a giveaway on ur blog in concert with something like national Dog Week (I think in Sept) #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@Mod_Hilary mine's been thru WOM-mostly my brother who designed my site-odd cuz he's into skateboarding and I'm into...vet stuff! #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@LorieAHuston Yes, but SEO and keywords are deep topics that need organized presentation to understand I think and 4 beginners... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Okay... on to this... Q9. Is there an advantage to networking with other pet bloggers and/or the rest of the pet community?
#barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary @AndrewLedford I thiink using SEO can help build that audience. Gotta get them to the blog somehow. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@DaisyWunderDog yes, content needs to be original #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@LorieAHuston Do you use Google Analytics for paid search engine marketing? #Dogtalk |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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When I started I was writing for me and other owners of puppy mill dogs. Wasn't concerned abt SEO #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Absolutely! No excuse for content that isn't. RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog yes, content needs to be original #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A9 In networking you become, over time, a trusted part of a community. There's a sense of helping each other get ahead. #barkoutloud |
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gotrainyourdog:
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@Mod_Mary Yes, I have found great info to send people to as well as bloggers send it back. It becomes great cross promotion #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@dotjenna extra keywords = define #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes. RT @Mod_Mary: Q9. Is there an advantage to networking with other pet bloggers and/or the rest of the pet community? #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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@LorieAHuston I think blog SEO is especially difficult. It is easier to drive traffic to another site #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A9 ALWAYS and advantage. Remember, blogging is community first. Engaging with othrs IS community #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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A9 Yes! My first blog was because of networking with the pet community (Be the Change) and other bloggers! #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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I'd love to know how to use it better.RT @shargem69: @LorieAHuston Do you use #Google #Analytics for paid search engine marketing? #Dogtalk |
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LorieAHuston:
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@shargem69 I use Google Adwords
too. But you can use Google analytics without. There's also Stat
Counter. #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A9a Your network becomes your friend, advisor, idea pool and you do the same for them. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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yes, I use Google Analytics #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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So agree. RT @dancingdogblog: A9a Your network becomes your friend, advisor, idea pool ? and you do the same for them. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@dancingdogblog Say it ,sistah! #barkoutloud |
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acavaliersvoice:
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Q9 even though my blog is about one health issue it relates to @dawgblogger and brings up the importance of dogs health in general #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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9b Networking creates opportunities, partnerships, guest blogging, blogroll exchange, joint ventures, leadership possibilities + #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@Mod_Hilary A9 My first blog post was Be the Change too! Other bloggers inspire me! #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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A9 - Yes! In addition to the other benefits ppl have mentioned, it's nice to network with people you know share similar interests. #Dogtalk |
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kimhalligan1:
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Im so not ready for blogging. :( #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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A9 Pet bloggers are influencers so I think it is very important to engage the blogger but also the commnunity #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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yeah! RT @CosmoHavanese: @Mod_Hilary A9 My first blog post was Be the Change too! Other bloggers inspire me! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Sometimes the best thing to do is just jump in and get your feet wet, Kim. RT @kimhalligan1: Im so not ready for blogging. :( #barkoutloud |
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dotjenna:
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Here is the greatest optimization guide I've ever seen for the WordPress Website & Blog. http://tinyurl.com/5wrw7d #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 ah, c'mon... you blog evry day on twitter! I see it! all those wonderful pics! #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@kimhalligan1 I've seen your great pix! You're ready :) I've been blogging 4 years and dunno what SEO is :/ #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Agree. RT @K9Cuisine: A9 Pet bloggers are influencers so I think it is very important to engage the blogger but also the commnunity #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@dancingdogblog Can you explain what blogroll means? May seem like a dumb question, but... #Dogtalk |
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dotjenna:
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@LorieAHuston Why not, Lorie? Blogging is the most wonderful thing in the world!!! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@kimhalligan1 I've learned as I've gone along. People like @dancingdogblog have helped me alot :-) #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@dancingdogblog :) #ThankYou Mary helped me ALOT #GuestBlogs and I try to say she is great whenever I can-on my blog & in #RealLife #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@dotjenna Why not what? #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too! RT @LorieAHuston: @kimhalligan1 Ive learned as Ive gone along. People like @dancingdogblog have helped me alot :-) #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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@Mod_Mary @gotrainyourdog A9 Yes, it is advantageous to your #business to #network with other #pet #bloggers to promote your #brand #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@dotjenna one of the most wonderful things. : ) #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@LorieAHuston @Finch93 Thanks. Thinking of doing blog w/a few dog pics each time, just a short paragraph. Im more a visual person. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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So, for the blog panel: Q10. What is the best way to go about networking? #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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@kimhalligan1 A short blog with a few pics would be a great start. Some of us can never get enough dog pics. :) #Dogtalk |
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LorieAHuston:
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@kimhalligan1 I say go for it. I'll come read it and look at the pics. Others will too ;-) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@kimhalligan1: I'm visual too. Thus all the pics on my blog. Short, sweet and simple (and humorous) is good! #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@dotjenna thanks for sharing the seo guide..always good to get more tips #Dogtalk |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - you haav alot of experiences tht are precious, funny, inspiring! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@wantmorepuppies believe you me.... kim has great pics! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@DawgBlogger yes the technical stuff is a bit daunting. #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@FlexPet thanks! #Dogtalk |
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TheSophDog:
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@kimhalligan1 That sounds lovely! (blog w/a few dog pics each time, just a short paragraph.) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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No kidding!RT @Mod_Mary: @wantmorepuppies believe you me.... kim has great pics! #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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Even more reason to start blogging. Bring on the pups! RT @Mod_Mary: @wantmorepuppies believe you me.... kim has great pics! #Dogtalk |
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dancingdogblog:
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Blogrolls are lists of other bloggers you see in the margins of blogs trusted to give your readers good info! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@tacrabtree Thanks, figuring out my little niche in the blog world before I have a go at it. @TheSophDog I think Im getting there. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Lots of successful pet bloggers using short paragraphs with lots of pics. Lots blogging as their pets too :-0 #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Q11. Audience: Do you make an active attempt to network?
#barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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A10 Blog networking is good via social networking (Twitter, Linkedin, Facebook, Dogspace, etc.) Look for tweetups/ meetup.com, 2 #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yes. But I need it. RT @Mod_Mary: Q11. Audience: Do you make an active attempt to network? #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A10 Read blogs in your industry. Comment. Ask smart questions. If you love a post, say so in the comments or send an email. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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I have to admit, I have falling in love with the dog community on twitter & everyones blogs & stories. Even getting used to FB #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A11 - I'm an extrovert and I work with dogs all day. I need the networking for me as well as my business and blogs #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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When you comment on other blogs and you're not getting any reciprocity, ask in a tweet/DM.'we all get self-involved at times #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - Wiggles the lab is the perfect example, love the pics & stories of the dogs in his life!! #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@Mod_Mary A11. Difficult to find the time to network, but I think it's important for the success of your blog/building community. #Dogtalk |
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dancingdogblog:
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Check out social media outlets and see which two appeal to you. Don't overwhelm yourself. All this takes time, pace yourself. #barkoutloud |
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HoundandHill:
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I've done w photog blogs too RT @PatrickMahaney Leave comments on blogs by others in your field RT @K9Cuisine: A7 engaging bloggers #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@dancingdogblog good point. always have noticed that you follow up with every person who comments on your blog! #barkoutloud |
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shargem69:
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@dancingdogblog what social media outlets do you recommend. Anything besides fB and twitter? #Dogtalk |
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kimhalligan1:
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@tacrabtree Is Wiggles the Lab the dog having a love affair with his buddy on twitter, has a blog too? lol #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@Mod_Mary Yes, I switched to TD! #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Smart RT @Mod_Mary: @dancingdogblog good point. always have noticed that you follow up with every person who comments on your blog! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 We just love stories like that, yes? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - Yes Lucy the lab - He's now on FB too #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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OK, @dino_dogan and others (follow #barkoutloud hashtag) Q12. How do you get readers to leave comments and interact? #barkoutloud |
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pamperedpetspal:
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A10 It' good to rate others Blogs whenever possible ..it lets them know how they are doing! #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@shargem69 I like twitter and facebook #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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If I don't respond to a comment wight away it's usually because I'm out walking dogs. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@LorieAHuston Well I certainly take a lot of photos of the dogs. Just a small paragraph & a little humor & Im good to go. #barkoutloud |
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TheSophDog:
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@kimhalligan1 Good for you! Let us know when your blog is up and running. @tacrabtree #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too. RT @DawgBlogger: @shargem69 I like twitter and facebook #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Posting answers to Q12 for @dino_dogan... #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@DaisyWunderDog You are excellent at follow up comments! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: This is a very broad topic. We could have a chat on how to motivate readers to leave comments? that would...Cont-> #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A12 - I ask questions. Learned that from @dancingdogblog #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: take up a whole afternoon. But for now my answer will focus on two things we bloggers have control over. Cont -> #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@kimhalligan1 - Wiggles' blog started as a lab abused, mange, neraly dead. Now heathy shining star! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 It's the Stanley ears that we can't get enough of.... #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: First is Emotion and second is blog-design. And please, I want you to test this for yourself. Cont -> #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Thanks! Last week I was bad, but so tired. RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog You are excellent at follow up comments! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12. Write a highly technical post and wait for comments. You will notice you're waiting a long time lol cont -> #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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It's Stanley's face for me. :) RT @Mod_Mary: @kimhalligan1 Its the Stanley ears that we cant get enough of.... #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: On the other hand, write the same post but give it an emotional charge (love, hate, anger, contempt, passion, etc) Cont -> #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@LorieAHuston - LOL #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: & observe the difference. You want to "move" ppl into leaving a comment? Make sure ur content has an emotional charge. Cont-> #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Hahaha! RT @DaisyWunderDog: @dancingdogblog LOL! I think I've DM'd you a few times! :) Jabba the Hut! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: Emotion comes from the Latin root movere which means "to move" http://www.thefreedictionary.com/emotion cont-> #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@Mod_Mary Imjust loving your blog. Its personal,helpful 4 ppl learning how to deal w/rescued foster dog, pics , video. All good #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Have to agree. RT @LorieAHuston: A12: You want to
"move" ppl into leaving a comment? Make sure ur content has an emotional charge. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: The other issue relates to the design of the website. I know NOBODY likes spam #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12. but you have to make it easy for readers to leave comments. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 : ) Painstaking and lovely...
#barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Yes! RT @kimhalligan1: @Mod_Mary Loving your blog. Its personal,helpful 4 ppl learning how 2 deal w/rescued foster dog #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@Mod_Mary @DaisyWunderDog LOL , the dogs ears! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I'm so addicted to her blog I check it every day! RT @kimhalligan1: @Mod_Mary Imjust loving your blog. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: We've all left websites without leaving a comment because to leave a comment meant we had to do x,y and z. #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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SO TRUE. Dont make me jump thru hoops. RT @LorieAHuston: A12. but you have to make it easy for readers to leave comments. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12. Lower the bar as much as practical. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: If I have to create an account to leave a comment in this day and age then just forget it. Im out. And I LIKE leaving comments #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yup. RT @LorieAHuston: A12: We've all left websites w/out leaving a comment becuz to leave a comment meant we had to do x,y and z. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: See @oatmeal post 8 Websites You Need to Stop Building http://bit.ly/czdiq1 he makes this point in a funny way. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@LorieAHuston Wow, lots to think about. Great info. Emotion is good. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A12: Imagine someone who isn't prone to leaving comments. The second they encounter an obstacle they are outathere. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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A new one.... BAA....Blog addicts anonymous.... #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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@LorieAHuston I agree. We used to moderate all comments. No longer. We do monitor for spam closely though #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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A12 Leaving a comment is sometimes cumbersome--need this or that enabled. I often give up. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@LorieAHuston God I so agree! Make me create an account and I'm gone. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I'm a member already I think. RT @Mod_Mary: A new one.... BAA....Blog addicts anonymous.... #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Whew..Answers to Q12 all came from @Dino_Dogan. He lost his connection and asked me to pass them along :-) #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Yes, I've discovered that too! RT @DaisyWunderDog: @LorieAHuston God I so agree! Make me create an account and Im gone. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@LorieAHuston there were couple times when I bothered creating an account, but I HATE it also #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Q14: How do you find topics to blog about? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A14a: Actually I don't look for topics at all - I allow them to find ME. They come from my experience, conversations, reading ? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Sorry, I skipped Q13 since I thought it was answered with Q12 #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A14b: Topics are everywhere, in every-day life. Just let them inspire you. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A14 - Pet Sitting experiences, other folks' blogs, stumble upon it. every day life #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agree. RT @DawgBlogger: A14b: Topics are everywhere, in every-day life. Just let them inspire you. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A14 - I had someone ask me how I come up with them. I agree with @DawgBlogger. They often find me. #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Current events, @MSNBC, @TodayShow, @USAToday, @SmartBrief= good topics RT @Mod_Hilary: Q14: How do you find topics to blog about? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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A14 I saw that some bloggers find ideas from our #barkoutloud topics! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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A14. I keep a notepad with me to jot ideas so I don't forget. My ideas come from work, everyday life. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@LorieAHuston A14 - I have a blog topics file on my computer #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Some of my blogs come from here too :-) RT @Mod_Hilary: A14 I saw that some bloggers find ideas from our #barkoutloud topics! #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@Mod_Mary Yeah, some topics found me via #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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RT @Mod_Mary: RT @Mod_Hilary: A14 I saw that some bloggers find ideas from our #barkoutloud topics! *Awesome!* #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Does anyone get up in the middle of the night to jot down something to blog about? Might forget it by morning time? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A14 I also do keep a list, because there are way more topics then time #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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"notes" on iPhone too RT @LorieAHuston: I keep notepad with me to jot ideas so dont forget.ideas come from work, everyday life. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Spreadsheet? RT @DaisyWunderDog: @LorieAHuston A14 - I have a blog topics file on my computer #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Our anipal friend @gooddogz said... she keeps many posts going at the same time #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Me too. I transpose from my notepad to computer :-)RT @DaisyWunderDog: @LorieAHuston A14 -I have a blog topics file on my computer #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@kimhalligan1 yes, sometimes #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@kimhalligan1 Sadly. Yes. A lot of my ideas come just as I am falling asleep. Drives me crazy. #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Yes! RT @kimhalligan1: Does anyone get up in the middle of night to jot down something to blog about? Might forget it by morning? #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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@kimhalligan1 I'm so there with you. I often tweet myself as a reminder, too lol. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@kimhalligan1 In the shower....a great time for inspiration.... #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Yes!!! LOL RT @kimhalligan1: Does anyone get up in the middle of the night to jot down something to blog about? #barkoutloud |
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PatrickMahaney:
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Yay for DT RT @FlexPet: RT @Mod_Mary: RT @Mod_Hilary: A14 I saw that some bloggers find ideas from our #barkoutloud topics! *Awesome!* #barkoutloud |
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pamperedpetspal:
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@kimhalligan1 My blogs are from liftime experiences of finding and saving abused animals! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Any more tips?
#barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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Several times a month I will get up at 3:00 in the morning to write #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agree with @DawgBlogger More topics than time. Always. #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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@kimhalligan1 I do that! #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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My best ideas come at night . I keep notepads by my bedside. Need to learn not to scribble so I can understand it. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Ha! Looks like lots of us get up in the middle of night to jot idea. Thought I was the only crazy person who did that...LOL #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@FlexPet Ha! You tweet yourself? Really? I gotta try that.... #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Get ideas from other blogs too. Can expand on a topic or give a different view. Good way to help build network too. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Me too! RT @LorieAHuston: Thought I was only crazy person who did that...LOL #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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Do you guys find inspiraton from nature too? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@LorieAHuston nope, we are all crazy persons! LOL #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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@Mod_Mary Isnt the shower for singing? Well thats insprirational. You need a waterproof notebook. #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@tacrabtree rarely, my blog has a specific purpose #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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All of the time. I capture some great moments on my camera. RT @tacrabtree: Do you guys find inspiraton from nature too? #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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RT @DawgBlogger: @LorieAHuston nope, we are all crazy persons! LOL // crazy about lovng or pets! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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LOL RT @DawgBlogger: @LorieAHuston nope, we are all crazy persons! LOL #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@tacrabtree of course seeing a pond with blue-green algae is a topic inspiration #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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I find inspiration from something that someone says about something. Usually metaphorical #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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I'm having this problem! Q16. What do you do when you encounter writer's block? Or have you encountered it? #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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I just stay up:) RT @AndrewLedford: Several times a month I will get up at 3:00 in the morning to write #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I think if we are all getting up in the middle of the night it must mean we are inspired through our writing. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@dancingdogblog hahah! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@dancingdogblog I know you stay up! I don't know how you do it! #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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I like that. RT @Mod_Mary: I find inspiration from something that someone says about something. Usually metaphorical #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Hilary - just keep writing about something - it comes around #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A16 not really a block, but something it's hard to figure out how to tackle an issue #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Go to my file. RT @Mod_Hilary: Q16. What do you do when you encounter writer's block? Or have you encountered it? #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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A16 I start playing with the facts until things fall in place #barkoutloud |
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fearfuldogs:
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#barkoutloud you bloggers are all so well organized! If I remember 2 make notes I 4get 2 read them! |
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kimhalligan1:
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Maybe night time is the most peaceful calm time to be thoughtful & creative. Helps with writing. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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no getting up in the middle of the night for me...wish I could do that. #barkoutloud |
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whuddafugger:
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@tacrabtree Yes! Taking the dogs for their daily walk is just an excuse to get outside, breathe the fresh air, and be lazy. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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And organizing post? RT @DawgBlogger: A16 not really a block, but something its hard to figure out how to tackle an issue #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@dancingdogblog @dawgblogger I see a lot of you up at 3:00AM. I'm usually talking to one of you...LOL #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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A10 Want a major jump start, an 'in' to a new circle? Write about a post about 1 or more of your fave bloggers. Busted, Dino! ROFL #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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A16 I have found writing about Daisy is harder. So much emotion involved. Hard to get it perfect/right/etc. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@fearfuldogs ha! You have wonderful blog posts! #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@LorieAHuston thought it was a secret! LOL #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@LorieAHuston Ha! yes, the late night club...just tweeted an answer that did not show up with bad Tweetchat connection! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@DaisyWunderDog ugh....emotion.... ugh. hard. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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@dancingdogblog LOL! Did Dino bust you? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Agree! RT @Mod_Mary: @fearfuldogs ha! You have wonderful blog posts! #barkoutloud |
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AndrewLedford:
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trying to blog for 49 days was a good exercise in working though writers block. Some days I just did not feel like writing #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@fearfuldogs - you have great posts! So much good information #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Yeah. I struggle with that one. RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog ugh....emotion.... ugh. hard. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Agreed. I love our posts. RT @tacrabtree: @fearfuldogs - you have great posts! So much good information #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Ha! RT @fearfuldogs: #barkoutloud you bloggers are all so well organized! If I remember 2 make notes I 4get 2 read them! |
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kimhalligan1:
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Still thinking about peas RT @Mod_Hilary Agree! RT @Mod_Mary: @fearfuldogs ha! You have wonderful blog posts #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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@DaisyWunderDog cry and cry and cry... good for the soul to figure it all out. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Mmmm.. Not really RT @fearfuldogs: #barkoutloud you bloggers are all so well organized! If I remember 2 make notes I 4get 2 read them! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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A16 I struggle with blog writers block bc I was a journalist and a tech writer. Just the facts. Hard to interject humor or emotion! #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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@Mod_Hilary Humor, emotion can sometimes be easier from the dog's point of view. different perspective!! #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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@Mod_Hilary mixing humor in facts not always easy #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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Wow... time to wrap things up tonight! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary Have that same problem sometimes, Hilary. Some posts I try to write just like i was talking to someone standing with me #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@DaisyWunderDog - everyone needs to have their own system,what works for them #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@Mod_Hilary Journalists can have a really hard time getting over the formal writing style #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Yes! Annoying! RT @dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Journalists can have a really hard time getting over the formal writing style #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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Do we have time to let everyone tweet their blog addresses? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@LorieAHuston Good idea to think about writing as though you're talking with someone. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Yes! Mine is www.fangshuicanines.com/blog RT @LorieAHuston: Do we have time to let everyone tweet their blog addresses? #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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RT @LorieAHuston: Do we have time to let everyone tweet their blog addresses? *yes! Tweet away!* #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary Try writing in first person also. I find that helps make my writing less formal. #barkoutloud |
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TheSophDog:
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@LorieAHuston I think everyone should tweet blog addresses, as you suggested. #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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Here's mine: http://daisythewonderdog.blogspot.com/ and http://nodogaboutit.wordpress.com/ #barkoutloud |
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tacrabtree:
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@Mod_Hilary - I used to talk into tape recorder, easier than writing down when out & about #barkoutloud |
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K9Cuisine:
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blog.k9cuisine.com #barkoutloud |
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wantmorepuppies:
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I'm at http://istillwantmorepuppies.blogspot.com :) #Dogtalk |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Dino_Dogan wanted me to pass this article along for him: http://ow.ly/2qvBX
about getting started blogging #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Mary:
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News about Aaron Foster: http://www.marysdogs.com/ #barkoutloud |
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DawgBlogger:
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http://dawgbusiness.blogspot.com/ #barkoutloud |
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FlexPet:
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Please visit http://flexpet.com/blog/ to learn about FlexPet joint health supplement tips and topics for dogs and pets. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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My blog is http://www.pet-health-care-gazette.com/ #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Journ teaches you not to, so hard! RT @LorieAHuston: Try writing in first person also. Find that helps make writing less formal. #barkoutloud |
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kimhalligan1:
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Maybe every1s up jotting things down because theyre Dreaming of Dogs http://bit.ly/bNdaNe (via @The_Bark ) #barkoutloud |
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CosmoHavanese:
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Here's mine! http://todogwithlove.blogspot.com It's still pretty newish! #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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Thanks everyone, esp moderators - very fast tonight My blog address is http://www.dancingdogblog.com for the transcript:) #barkoutloud |
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DaisyWunderDog:
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RT @CosmoHavanese: Heres mine! http://todogwithlove.blogspot.com Its still pretty newish! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary Yes, it was hard for me at first too. Was used to technical writing. Gets easier the more you do it :-) #barkoutloud |
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Finch93:
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My website is http://www.rileyandjames.com/ Now I've got to figure out how to create a blogroll for all of your great sites! :) #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@LorieAHuston I hope! I don't want to sound stiff and academic! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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And special thanks to @dancingdogblog @dawgblogger and @dino_dogan for being our guests tonight! #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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Thanks to everyone who participated, and to our guest panel! This was very helpful and interesting! #barkoutloud |
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dancingdogblog:
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@Mod_Hilary Yeah, writing style - wow it took me ages to get over formal stuff and still have trouble w/some topics #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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And you, too! RT @LorieAHuston: And special thanks to @dancingdogblog @dawgblogger and @dino_dogan for being our guests tonight! #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary @dancingdogblog Engaging is something I'm still working on, Hilary. Hard to unlearn old habits, isn't it. #barkoutloud |
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LorieAHuston:
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@Mod_Hilary @dancingdogblog Still have trouble using abbrev. on twitter...like using u for you. Not natural for me cuz of training. #barkoutloud |
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Mod_Hilary:
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@LorieAHuston Yup, old formal habits are hard to break! Learning, tho! @dancingdogblog #barkoutloud |
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pamperedpetspal:
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Old blog and new #barkoutloud http://tinyurl.com/2gxy7y9 > http://tinyurl.com/pwxra2 |
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LorieAHuston:
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Me too. Trying anyway. RT @Mod_Hilary: @LorieAHuston Yup, old formal habits are hard to break! Learning, tho! @dancingdogblog #barkoutloud |