Melbourne dogs attracting thousands of fans on Instagram

FORGET models spruiking their wares or the Kardashians sharing their baby news — dogs are the real stars of Instagram and there’s no shortage of social media stars in this town. Has your favourite made the list?

FORGET models spruiking their wares or the Kardashians sharing baby news — dogs are the real stars of Instagram.

From Jinkee the red toy poodle to westies Emma and Eve, tens of thousands of people follow the antics of Melbourne’s four-legged stars online.

Jinkee the Red Toy Poodle

The pint-sized poodle, who has more than 80,000 followers, has been “making strangers smile since April 2015”, according to his profile. He has a busy social life, often joining his owners at trendy cafes, and also promotes products, including active wear for dogs. He also loves dressing up for special occasions, and wore a Pikachu outfit for Halloween.

Emma and Eve

Cute as a button westies Emma and Eve are sisters and “besties”. More than 70,000 followers enjoy their photos and videos, including one of the sisters enjoying a swing at the park and the pair dressing up for Christmas and in traditional Scottish tartan.

Dani and Fritz

Fritz the mini dachshund loves trips to the beach and cuddles with his owners and fellow dachshunds. His 31,000 followers also enjoy watching him rock some colourful bow ties, sunglasses and bandannas.

Sherman and Diesel

More than 22,000 followers lap up the antics of Sherman the golden labrador and his brother Diesel the black lab, as they live the life of pampered pooches. The pair enjoy trips to beach, games of frisbee and plenty of play fighting.

Aila the frug and Soda the pug

Aila the frug and Soda the pug, described as “double trouble”, entertain their 9000 followers with cheeky videos and photos of their adventures.

Henry the Groodle

Henry the five-year-old groodle loves cuddles with his family and also keeps his more than 4000 followers entertained with his busy social life. He famously climbed aboard a red scooter for an amazing photo that went viral.

Bailey the Labradoodle

With more than 10,000 followers “Princess Bailey” celebrates milestones on her page — including graduating advance obedience classes— as well as all the joys of every day life, including having fun with bubbles in the park and making other fur-friends.

Gizmo Doodle

Gizmo the labradoodle entertains his 1000 followers with trips to Bunnings, digging for worms in the backyard and trying on special doggie socks.

Mr Cupcake

Mr Cupcake lives up to his name and is super sweet, delighting more than 3000 followers with dress-ups, visits to Santa and just general cuteness.

Eddie the Cavoodle

Eddie recently celebrated his birthday, donning a party hat and enjoying treats. His more than 3000 followers also get a glimpse into his travels to the park and chill-out time on the couch.