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Dog shaming

An internet meme where an image of a dog (or other animal) is posted with a sign describing a recent negative behavior, typically from Tumblr-originated posts.

First seen: 2012-01-01
Last seen: 2026-10-31
Uses cited: 3
Revision: 2

Where it started

Dog shaming, also known as animal shaming, is an internet meme in which an image of a dog or other animal is uploaded to the internet with a sign which describes some recent negative behaviour perpetrated by the animal. The meme originated on Tumblr in August 2012.

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The use timeline

2012-01-01

Originating on Tumblr, these images feature images of dogs photographed with signs explaining what antics they recently got up to.

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2012-01-01

Wikidata Q5288281: Dog shaming — internet meme.

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