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  • 1.  Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-22-2026 09:50 PM

    Has anyone had any luck going viral on Threads or had a lot of engagement on Reddit?

    We do the usual Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, but I'm trying to tap into Threads and Reddit, which I think are resources that could be used more. 


    #MarketingandSocialMedia

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    Samantha Singer
    Volunteer grant writer
    Big Bones Canine Rescue
    CO
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  • 2.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-23-2026 09:48 AM

    Reddit is huge for marketing. I'd recommend posting in r/animalshelterstories, and other dog or cat related subs depending on your rescue.



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    Kyle Leighton
    Founder
    PawPlacer
    NY
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  • 3.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-23-2026 10:45 AM

    Great, thanks! I'll check out that sub. 🙂



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    Samantha Singer
    Volunteer grant writer
    Big Bones Canine Rescue
    CO
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  • 4.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-23-2026 01:25 PM

    Haven't had much luck on threads. Reddit definitely can be helpful though for advice or getting eyes on a pet.



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    Winny W
    Volunteer
    Furever and Pawways
    TN
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  • 5.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-24-2026 10:25 AM

    r/animalshelterstories isn't really for advertising adoptables. It's more for discussing shelter issues and commiserating with other shelter/rescue employees and volunteers. Animal advertising and fundraising pleas don't generally go over well in that sub. I'd recommend something more like your local(ish) subreddit, r/pets, r/rescuedogs, r/dogs, r/cats, r/rescuecats, r/pets, breed-specific subs, etc., as those audiences are more pet owners than those involved in sheltering. But whatever you do don't label obvious bully breeds as "lab mixes" or something like that. People will jump all over you for that.



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    Sam Maurice
    Humane Society of Jefferson County
    Jefferson WI
    https://hsjc-wis.com
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  • 6.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-24-2026 08:27 AM

    I post pics like this and just repost the caption as the title. I probably should do better but it is getting us traffic. 

    image


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    Bre Hoffman (they/m)
    Special Little Whiskers Sanctuary Decatur IL
    SpecialLittleWhiskersKittenRescue.com
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  • 7.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-24-2026 07:51 PM

    What does the text say? I'm not able to see it from my phone 😞



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    Samantha Singer
    Volunteer grant writer
    Big Bones Canine Rescue
    CO
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  • 8.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-25-2026 07:53 AM

    I write something cute at the top like "Pip chose to grace us w her picture" Then at the bottom in slightly smaller text I post our url



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    Bre Hoffman (they/m)
    Special Little Whiskers Sanctuary Decatur IL
    SpecialLittleWhiskersKittenRescue.com
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  • 9.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-26-2026 02:35 PM

    Hi Bre, I wondered what subheadings you post in?



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    April King
    Volunteer and Board Member
    Kotor Kitties
    +1 206 407 5336
    http://www.kotorkitties.org
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  • 10.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-26-2026 03:18 PM

    I just search for cats then post wherever as long as it seems active. 



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    Bre Hoffman (they/m)
    Special Little Whiskers Sanctuary Decatur IL
    SpecialLittleWhiskersKittenRescue.com
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  • 11.  RE: Reddit and Threads

    Posted 07-27-2026 10:05 AM

    Adding a little more flair to the picture you posted could definitely help boost engagement. I'd recommend Canva or another platform where you can make your own reusable templates. 



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    Kyle Leighton
    Founder
    PawPlacer
    NY
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