30 curated hashtags

Pet hashtags for Pinterest

Pet tags work best when they name the animal and topic: #dogtraining, #puppytips, #catcare. Owners search by species first, so a species tag is the most useful one you can add.

Hashtags versus keywords on Pinterest: hashtags are optional here. Pinterest search leans on the words in your pin title, description, board name and the text on the image, so a clear keyword phrase does far more than any tag. If you use hashtags, add two to five relevant ones at the end of the description. These tags are curated ideas with no volume data, and they tend to matter more on Instagram and TikTok.

Click a tag to copy it, or copy a whole set. Sets copy with spaces, ready to paste.

Core hashtags (10)

Broad tags for the niche. Pick one or two at most.

Topic hashtags (10)

Specific sub-topics. These describe a single pin best.

Community and style hashtags (10)

Community, format and mood tags. More useful on Instagram and TikTok.

Ready-made pet hashtag sets by pin type

Four tags per set, picked for one kind of pin. Copy the set that matches the pin you are posting.

How to use pet hashtags on a pin

Fun community tags like #dogsofpinterest suit cute photos, while practical guides need practical tags. Keep dog and cat content tagged separately.

Tag the species, life stage and topic: #puppy #puppytraining #cratetraining. For pet health topics, keep advice general and suggest a vet in the description.

Example pin description

A crate training plan for a new puppy, night by night, with what to put in the crate and how to handle crying. #puppytraining #cratetraining #newpuppy

Pet hashtags to avoid

Avoid health tags like #dogallergies on general care pins, and do not tag breeds that are not in the photo. Pet owners often search by breed, so a wrong breed tag sends the wrong readers and can look like bait.

The words before the hashtags do the real work. Find phrases for them in the Pinterest keywords for pets list, generate more tags from your own topic with the Pinterest hashtag generator, and write the full description with the description generator.

Pet hashtags FAQ

Should dog and cat pins use different hashtags?

Yes. Owners search by species, so species specific tags describe the pin better.

Are #dogsofinstagram tags useful on Pinterest?

Not really. They belong on Instagram. On Pinterest, describe the content: training, treats or care.

How many hashtags for a pet pin?

Two to five relevant tags. Pick them per pin.

Should I tag the breed?

When the pin features one breed, yes. Breed tags like #goldenretriever help owners of that breed find you. Use them only when the breed is clearly shown or the advice is breed specific.

Hashtags for other niches

See all niches on the Pinterest hashtags hub, or browse holiday pin ideas for seasonal tags.

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