doggo
There is no standard Linux command "doggo"
TLDR
Perform a simple DNS lookup
Query MX records using a specific nameserver
Use DNS over HTTPS
Output in the JSON format
Perform a reverse DNS lookup
SYNOPSIS
doggo [options]
PARAMETERS
-b, --bark
Outputs a playful barking sound or 'bork' message.
-p, --pupper
Displays a random ASCII art representation of a dog or puppy.
-m, --message
Presents a random dog-themed quote or wholesome message.
-l, --lick
Simulates a dog lick by displaying a friendly text output.
-h, --help
Shows the command's help message and exits.
DESCRIPTION
The doggo command is not a standard utility found in most Linux distributions. Instead, it typically refers to a custom, user-created script or a meme-inspired program designed to output whimsical, dog-related content to the terminal. This often includes ASCII art representations of dogs, humorous dog quotes, or various "barking" sounds represented textually. Its purpose is primarily for entertainment and lighthearted fun, often shared among users who appreciate internet dog memes. Implementations vary widely, frequently leveraging existing tools like cowsay, fortune, or simple echo commands combined with text files containing dog-themed data. Users usually install it by downloading or creating a script and placing it in their PATH.
CAVEATS
doggo is not a standard Linux command and must be manually installed or created by the user. Its functionality and available options can vary significantly depending on the specific script implementation found or written by the user. Users should exercise caution when installing custom scripts from untrusted sources.
COMMON IMPLEMENTATIONS
Common ways to implement doggo include:
Shell Scripts: Simple scripts using echo to print pre-defined ASCII art or messages.
Cowsay/Fortune Integration: Using cowsay with a custom dogfile (a cowsay equivalent for dogs) or piping fortune output into cowsay with a dog character.
Python/Perl Scripts: More complex versions might use scripting languages to fetch random dog facts from APIs or generate more dynamic output.
HISTORY
The concept of doggo as a Linux command arose from the popular "doggo" internet meme, which celebrates dogs in various adorable and humorous contexts. As a result, users began creating simple scripts, primarily for personal amusement or to share with friends, to bring this meme-inspired joy to the command line. Its "development" is decentralized, with many independent implementations rather not a single official project. It embodies the playful, creative spirit of the Linux community.
