What does it mean to shovel shit?
In recent years, the Internet buzzword "poop shoveler" has frequently appeared on social media and pet-related topics, but many people do not understand its meaning and the cultural phenomenon behind it. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to explain in detail what "shoveling" means, and analyze the pet culture phenomenon behind it.
1. What is a “shovel shovel”?

"Poop shoveler" is an Internet buzzword, usually referring to owners of pets (especially cats and dogs). This name comes from the daily work of pet owners to clean up pet feces, with a sense of humor and self-deprecation. Nowadays, "poop shoveler" has become a nickname among pet lovers, and has even been derived from "cat slave", "dog slave" and other similar terms.
| keywords | Search volume (last 10 days) | Popular platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Shoveling shit | 120,000+ | Weibo, Douyin, Xiaohongshu |
| shit shovel officer | 85,000+ | Bilibili, Zhihu, Douban |
| cat slave | 65,000+ | Douyin, Kuaishou |
2. Why has “shoveling people” become a hot topic?
1.The pet economy explodes: In recent years, the scale of China's pet market has grown rapidly, the number of pet owners has become younger, and the culture of "poop shovelers" has emerged.
2.social media communication: Cute pet content is highly sought after on major platforms, and "everyday poop shoveling" has become a popular short video theme.
3.emotional needs: Modern people regard pets as family members and gain emotional resonance through their status as "shockers".
| platform | Related topics | Reading volume/playing volume |
|---|---|---|
| #狗草官的daily# | 230 million | |
| Douyin | shit shovel challenge | 180 million |
| little red book | Recommendations from Shit Shovel Officer | 85 million |
3. Specific manifestations of the “shit-shoveling officer” culture
1.language features:
- Calls himself "minion" or "servant"
- Call pets "master" and "little ancestor"
- Form a unique terminology system for "shit shoveling officer"
2.behavioral characteristics:
- Carefully selected pet supplies
- Record your pet’s daily routine and share it
- Participate in pet-related social activities
3.Consumption characteristics:
| Consumption category | Popular products | Attention |
|---|---|---|
| food | Imported cat food and dog food | high |
| Supplies | Smart cat litter box | extremely high |
| service | pet grooming | Middle to high |
4. Interesting data about the “shit-shovel officer”
| Data dimensions | numerical value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Number of shit shovelers in China | About 68.44 million | 2023 Statistics |
| Average daily poop shoveling time | 15-30 minutes | The average number of cat owners |
| Annual shoveling expenses | 3000-10000 yuan | Depends on pet type |
5. How to become a qualified "shit shovel official"?
1.Basic preparation: Understand pets’ habits and prepare necessary daily necessities
2.daily care: Feed regularly, clean up excrement, groom hair
3.health management: Regular physical examination, vaccination, deworming
4.emotional involvement: Play with and observe mood changes
6. Conclusion
The term "poop shoveler" may seem joking, but in fact it reflects modern people's deep feelings for pets. As the pet economy continues to develop, the culture of “poop shovelers” will be further enriched and evolved. Whether you’re a seasoned dog owner or a newbie ready to join the ranks, understanding this cultural phenomenon will help you better enjoy the company of your pets.
By analyzing recent Internet hot spots, it can be seen that the content related to "shit shoveling officer" is still extremely popular, and it is expected that this topic will continue to arouse discussion and attention in the future.
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