Should You Write as Your Pet (or Call Yourself “Mommy”) Online?

Have you noticed how many people write as if they’re their dog, cat, or other beloved furry family member? “My mommy took me to the park today!” “Mommy says I’m the best boy ever.” “Mommy needs coffee.” It’s cute, it’s personal, and it’s everywhere, from Instagram captions to business blogs.

But the million-dollar questionis, does it work? Does writing in the “mommy voice” actually get more engagement or does it risk making your message sound less professional or even infantilized?

The Pros of Writing from Your Pet’s Perspective

1. It’s instantly relatable. Most of us like animals, and pet posts are proven engagement magnets. They humanize you, show warmth, and create emotional connection fast.

2. It softens your brand voice.If your usual content is business-heavy or serious, sprinkling in a lighthearted post written from your dog’s perspective shows personality and balance. It reminds readers that there’s a real, approachable human behind your brand.

3. It opens the door to storytelling.Writing as your pet lets you narrate experiences in a playful, disarming way. You can make a business point (“Mommy’s taking on a new project again!”) while making people smile.

The Cons (Because There Are a Few)

1. It can undermine your credibility. If overused it may come across as juvenile or off-brand. Not everyone finds “Mommy” language endearing, and it can dilute authority if your main goal is to establish expertise.

2. It can feel phony (ironically). While intended to sound personal, pet-perspective writing can ring false if it doesn’t match your usual tone or if readers feel it’s forced. Think of it as seasoning, delightful in small doses, overwhelming if overdone.

3. It may alienate certain audiences. If your readers don’t share your love of animals, or if they’re there for professional insights in a professional tone, they may tune out. Context matters.

So… Should You Do It?

Yes, but with intention.Writing from your pet’s perspective (or calling yourself “Mommy”) can add warmth, relatability, and humor especially in personal branding or lifestyle content. But it should be a flavor, not a framework.

If your goal is engagement and visibility, an occasional “my dog wrote this” post can work beautifully. If your goal is authority, credibility, and sales you might wish to save the mommy voice for specific posts, not serious strategy.

Bottom line: It’s a tool to use it consciously, sprinkle it sparingly, and make sure it still sounds like you, the human behind the paws.