SMCLA's June event is dedicated to the rise of a most beautiful and heart-warming internet trend – the animal celeb. (So much better than the Kardashians anyway...)And we aren’t the only ones to take notice of the increasing popularity of “Petstagrams” and online animal personas over the last few years. From Boo the Dog to Grumpy Cat to Tuna the Chiweenie, what started off as a weekend fad has hit the mainstream — read: your newsfeed. So let’s celebrate the fuzzy babies (and their humans, of course) who helped turn this movement into a viral, profitable, and slobbery sensation.Join us for a "Yappy Hour" on Tuesday, June 23rd followed by a panel with social pet experts to discuss the perks and profits of owning a famous animal, as well as the boundary between animal stardom and animal cruelty.

• Rachael King - DogVacay + Talent management for @misterbuttersworth
• Aiden Lee - Art Director at Blitz Agency + Biz Manager for Geordi the Corgi
• A Surprise Guest panelist! (Stay tuned)
• Danielle Maveal - BarkBox + DOG for DOG (moderator)

You don’t want to miss this event, so save a seat and sign up right meow! Register here.Please note: While our panelists may bring their furry pals for the event, at this time we have to cap animal attendance there. Thank you for understanding.

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