The term "doge" online is used as a form of internal monologue expression.
The concept of "doge" originated from an online animated series called Homestar Runner, where a dog was referred to as "doge". This led to the reemergence of "doge" in 2013 on platforms like Reddit and Tumblr, eventually appearing in the "Shiba Confessions" blog, featuring the inner thoughts of a Shiba Inu.
Opinions on Doge vary among internet users, with some seeing it as a lighthearted, sarcastic, and playful way of expressing understanding or implying hidden meanings. Others view it as a subtle way of saying "you know what I mean, I won't say more if you don't get it." It has become a unique form of communicating ideas and creating shared understanding in the online community.