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@barked

A community for dog lovers around the world πŸ•πŸ’› ✨Want us to feature your dog? πŸ‘‡πŸ»Join β€œThe Barked Club” and post something now!

5.2M

Followers

8

Following

8.9K

Posts

0.7%

Engagement Rate

↑ +1.1% over 71d Mega tier Updated Jun 19, 2026

Account Overview

Profile summary and post performance

This account ranks 514 out of the 1606 creators we track. With 5.2 million followers, it maintains a following size that is 7.1 times the median creator. Barked holds a verified status and operates as a news site with a history of 8851 total posts to establish its presence in the mega tier. The engagement rate of 0.7% falls below the 0.93% median for this group. The rest of this report breaks down audience demographics and historical interaction patterns.

Account Info

Account Size Mega
Followers 5,158,109
Following 8
Posts 8,851
Verified Yes
Business Account Yes
Category NEWS_SITE

Post Performance

Posts Analyzed 12
Avg Likes per Post 36,023
Avg Comments per Post 222
Videos 12
Photos 0
Engagement Rate 0.7%

Follower Growth Over Time

How @barked's Instagram follower count has changed across IGDataHub's tracked snapshots. Hover any point for the exact value on that day.

+55.0K

Net Change

+1.1%

% Change

+775

Avg / Day

71

Days Tracked

16

Data Points

Tracked between May 6, 2026 (5,100,000 followers) and Jul 17, 2026 (5,155,029 followers).

The account grew from 5.1M to 5.2M followers over 52 days. The count increased by 58.1K followers to show a steady upward trend.

What the trajectory means

The account grew by 58.1K followers over the tracking period. This upward trend makes it worth getting in early on as an expanding platform. A daily pace of 1.1K new followers allows for steady campaign planning.

Engagement Analysis

Based on 12 recent posts

Platform Context

@barked ranks 445 of 778 and sits below the tracked median for engagement rate. This lower percentage means the account generates less interaction per follower than the average creator in the corpus. The performance reflects a lower level of audience involvement compared to most peers.

The engagement rate of 0.7% falls below the 0.93% median and ranks 445 out of 778. This indicates that the audience reacts less than typical for this category. While the account generates 36.0K likes per post, the 222 comments suggest a passive interaction style rather than deep conversation. The low ratio of comments to likes confirms that followers prefer quick consumption over active dialogue. Reliability of reach remains inconsistent based on recent performance. Only 8.3% of posts achieved double the account average engagement. Furthermore, only 8.3% reached the fivefold threshold. These figures suggest that growth relies on occasional spikes rather than a steady, predictable flow of high interaction. The data points toward an audience that consumes content quickly without frequent verbal participation. This is a tap-and-scroll audience.

36.0K

Avg Likes/Post

222

Avg Comments/Post

432.3K

Total Likes

2.7K

Total Comments

Engagement Rate

Compared to Mega tier benchmarks

Below Average for Mega

0.70%

(Likes + Comments) / Followers per post

Per-Post Engagement Trend

Engagement (likes + comments) for each of @barked's tracked recent posts, in upload order. Hover any point for the exact value.

Each data point is one post. Spikes indicate viral hits; flat stretches indicate steady content with consistent reach.

Best-Performing Post, Decomposed

What @barked's single biggest post had going for it — the patterns worth replicating.

Top post by @barked

293,435 likes · 2,351 comments

8.2Γ— @barked's average post Β· 18.7Γ— the median post.

"what a catch #shibainu #barked"

30 characters

Video

Format

Tuesday

Day Posted

13:00 UTC

Hour Posted

5.3M

Views

Hashtags: #shibainu #barked

Content Analysis

Hashtags, keywords, captions, and top posts

The standout post earned nearly 300K likes and outperformed the median post by a factor of 18.7. This high engagement ratio paired with its comment count indicates that specific content peaks can reach far beyond the typical daily average. Short captions under 40 characters generate over 106K likes while medium lengths perform poorly at just 12.9K. You should keep copy brief to maximize engagement. The recurring hashtags signal a clear focus on specific breeds like Samoyeds and Corgis alongside stunt content. This suggests that niche animal behavior drives the core interest. Posting roughly five times a week maintains consistent visibility for this large audience. The account currently manages a stable reach with over 5 million followers.

Top Hashtags

#barked (10) #samoyed (3) #corgi (2) #labrador (2) #dogstunts (1) #ootd (1) #bakred (1) #doberman (1) #pekingese (1) #shibainu (1) #shakira (1) #goldenretriever (1) #9gag (1)

Top Keywords

barked (10) samoyed (3) precision (2) corgi (2) labrador (2) dogstunts (1) hello (1) there (1) ootd (1) bakred (1) sammy (1) travels (1) take (1) muah (1) comoongpark (1) pardon (1) demon (1) honkifyoulovemydog (1) doberman (1) test (1) failed (1) kissy (1) pawtato (1) biggiwigspekingese (1) pekingese (1) pawlice (1) mapleandmortycorgi (1) catch (1) shibainu (1) hips (1)

Caption Analysis

Avg Caption Length 52 chars
Posting Frequency 5.6 posts/week

Content Mix

12

Videos / Reels

0

Photos

Top Performing Posts

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what a catch #shibainu #barked

293.4K likes 2.4K comments 5.3M views Video
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am trampolΓ­n πŸ“Ή @loschickentenders #goldenretriever #barked

24.4K likes 34 comments 164.3K views Video
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pardon my demon πŸ“Ή @honkifyoulovemydog #doberman #barked

18.1K likes 23 comments 126.0K views Video
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kissy pawtato πŸ“Ή biggiwigspekingese #pekingese #barked

16.7K likes 49 comments 62.2K views Video
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precision precision #barked #dogstunts

16.1K likes 80 comments 186.8K views Video
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The lab test has failed ##labrador #barked

15.8K likes 43 comments 155.4K views Video
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oh to be a dolphin πŸ“Ή @samoyed_dazs | IG TT YT #samoyed #9gag

9.9K likes 11 comments 29.9K views Video
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the Tai Chi pawlice πŸ“Ή @mapleandmortycorgi #corgi #barked

9.8K likes 36 comments 91.9K views Video
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Sammy travels more than me πŸ“Ή @wanderlust_samoyed #samoyed #barked

8.3K likes 18 comments 20.6K views Video
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Top Posts

Highest-liked recent posts from @barked

# Caption Likes Comments Link
1
what a catch #shibainu #barked
293.4K 2.4K view
2
am trampolΓ­n πŸ“Ή @loschickentenders #goldenretriever #barked
24.4K 34 view
3
pardon my demon πŸ“Ή @honkifyoulovemydog #doberman #barked
18.1K 23 view
4
kissy pawtato πŸ“Ή biggiwigspekingese #pekingese #barked
16.7K 49 view
5
precision precision #barked #dogstunts
16.1K 80 view
6
The lab test has failed ##labrador #barked
15.8K 43 view
7
oh to be a dolphin πŸ“Ή @samoyed_dazs | IG TT YT #samoyed #9gag
9.9K 11 view
8
the Tai Chi pawlice πŸ“Ή @mapleandmortycorgi #corgi #barked
9.8K 36 view
9
Sammy travels more than me πŸ“Ή @wanderlust_samoyed #samoyed #barked
8.3K 18 view

Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing

When @barked posts on Instagram

@barked maintains a steady grind with five posts every week. This frequency far exceeds the median of one post per week and secures a top tier follower rank for activity levels. The consistency score of forty three indicates an erratic rhythm rather than clockwork regularity. You will notice irregular gaps between uploads followed by short bursts of content. The longest streak lasts only five days. Content lands most often on Thursday and Friday. The busiest hour for new posts is 13:00 UTC. Marketers should expect frequent opportunities for tie-ins but must plan around the unpredictable intervals between those posts. Because the creator produces so much volume compared to their peers, you can rely on a high volume of inventory. However, the low consistency score means you cannot assume a post will land on a specific day every week. You should coordinate campaigns during the weekend build up when activity peaks.

5.6

Posts / week

32.7h

Avg gap between posts

Thursday, Friday, Monday

Peak posting days

13:00 UTC

Peak posting hours

Posting Activity by Hour (UTC)

Night (10pm-5am) Morning Afternoon Evening Peak hour

How often @barked publishes at each hour of the day, across 12 timestamped posts. Bar height = number of posts. Hover any bar for the exact count.

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Hour of day (UTC) — 0 is midnight, 12 is noon

Reading this chart: Taller bars are hours when @barked publishes more often. Their busiest hours are 13:00 UTC — highlighted with bold pink bars. Times are in UTC; subtract 5h for US Eastern, 8h for US Pacific, or add 1h for UK BST. Empty hours don't necessarily mean a bad time to post; they're simply hours @barked hasn't been active in our tracked sample.

The account posts 5.6 times per week with the most activity on Thursday and Friday. The busiest hour is 13:00 UTC.

Most Common Words

Frequent caption words across @barked's recent posts (excludes stopwords)

barked (10) samoyed (3) precision (2) corgi (2) labrador (2) dogstunts (1) hello (1) there (1) ootd (1) bakred (1) sammy (1) travels (1) take (1) muah (1) comoongpark (1) pardon (1) demon (1) honkifyoulovemydog (1) doberman (1) test (1) failed (1) kissy (1) pawtato (1) biggiwigspekingese (1) pekingese (1) pawlice (1) mapleandmortycorgi (1) catch (1) shibainu (1) hips (1)

Best Day of the Week to Post

@barked's engagement broken down by day of the week

Day Posts Avg Engagement Total Engagement
Monday 2 11,876 23,752
Tuesday 2 151,382 302,765
Wednesday 2 9,088 18,176
Thursday 3 11,259 33,778
Friday 3 18,824 56,472

Posting Consistency & Streaks

How steadily @barked maintains output

5

Longest streak (days)

43/100

Consistency score

Inverse of posting-gap variance

80.0%

Active days

Posted at least once

32.7h

Avg gap

Between posts

Caption Length & Performance

How @barked's caption length correlates with engagement

100.0%

Posts with Caption

52

Avg Caption Chars

57

Median Chars

67

Longest Caption

Caption Length Posts Avg Engagement
Short (<40 chars) 3 106.4K
Medium (40-100) 9 12.9K

Short captions reward the most engagement with 106.4K average. Medium captions perform poorly at 12.9K.

Who This Audience Is

What @barked's reach and engagement mean for a brand.

The audience size is well above the typical creator average. This scale indicates reach that exceeds standard independent content creators. The verified status and news site classification suggest a broad and general interest demographic rather than a niche hobbyist circle. Engagement rates fall below the median, which means brand messages land softer than they would on smaller, more specialized accounts. High follower counts combined with lower engagement suggests a passive viewership where content is consumed at scale without high interaction levels. The large volume of followers confirms reach but does not indicate a concentrated community. This profile fits the news and entertainment category best.

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Estimated Earnings

Revenue estimates based on follower count and engagement

@barked generates revenue primarily through brand partnerships and sponsored posts. A single post commands a band between $25.8K and $61.9K based on the follower count of 5.2M. Because this account ranks in the top third of all tracked creators, it earns a premium over the median. This high ranking justifies a higher starting point for negotiations compared to average accounts. The engagement rate of 0.7% falls below the 0.93% market average. This lower interaction level suggests that the upper end of the quoted range may be less attainable unless the content drives specific conversions. Buyers should view the top figure as an aspirational peak rather than a guaranteed floor. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.

Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)

Based on 5.2M followers (Mega)

$25,791 – $61,897

Industry rate for mega Instagram creators

Disclaimer: These are rough estimates based on publicly available industry benchmarks. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, brand deals, and individual negotiation. Instagram sponsored post rates fluctuate and are not guaranteed.

Key Insights & Takeaways

Key Takeaways

Reach. The follower count is 7.1 times the median size, placing the account in the top half of the market. Engagement. A 0.7% rate falls below the median, suggesting a passive audience despite the large reach. Hit-rate. Only 8.3% of posts beat their own average by double, indicating a lack of consistent standout content. Trajectory. Steady daily gains over the last 52 days show a positive growth trend.

Strengths

  • + Verified account with 5.2M followers
  • + Active cadence of about 5.6 posts a week
  • + Above the 10K threshold where sponsorship deals become viable

Opportunities

  • ~ 0.7% engagement rate trails the 0.93% median, the clearest area to improve
  • ~ Only 8.3% of recent posts clear 2x the account average, a low hit-rate

Summary

This analysis of @barked reveals a mega Instagram presence with 5,158,109 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 0.70%, averaging 36.0K likes per post across 12 analyzed posts. The account holds verified status.

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Frequently Asked Questions About @barked

How many followers does @barked have on Instagram?

@barked has 5,158,109 followers on Instagram, placing them in the mega creator tier.

What is @barked's Instagram engagement rate?

@barked has an engagement rate of 0.70% based on 12 recent posts, averaging 36.0K likes per post.

How much does @barked earn on Instagram?

Based on industry benchmarks, @barked's estimated sponsorship value is $25,791 - $61,897 per post. Actual earnings vary by niche, audience demographics, and individual brand negotiations.

How many posts has @barked published on Instagram?

@barked has published 8,851 posts on Instagram.

What is @barked's most-liked recent post?

Of the 12 recent posts analyzed, the top post received 293,435 likes and 2,351 comments.

How often does @barked post on Instagram?

@barked posts approximately 5.6 times per week, with an average gap of 32.7 hours between posts. Peak posting days are Thursday, Friday, Monday.

How does @barked compare to other Instagram creators?

@barked sits in the Mega creator tier alongside accounts like @ardaturan, @transfermarkt_official, @hztttao.

Is @barked verified on Instagram?

Yes, @barked is a verified Instagram account.

About This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @barked's Instagram profile and 12 recent posts.

Data collected and analyzed by IGDataHub | Analysis date: Jun 19, 2026