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Hi Rank Math Team,
I am currently working on optimizing one of the blog pages on my website genghiscollar.com, specifically this page: dog smell like fish
I have noticed the following issues:Meta Description Issue:
The meta description I’ve written for the page isn’t showing up correctly in the search results. Instead, it’s pulling random text from the page.
Could you help me verify if the meta description is set up correctly?
Focus Keyword Optimization:I’ve used “dog smells like fish” as the focus keyword. However, the Rank Math score isn’t as high as I’d like. Are there additional improvements I can make to ensure better optimization?
Indexing Issues:The page has been submitted to Google Search Console, but it’s not ranking or appearing in search results. Could there be an issue with the schema or sitemap?
Suggestions for Better Ranking:Are there any specific recommendations you could provide to improve the page’s overall ranking for “dog smells like fish” and related queries?
I’d appreciate your guidance to resolve these issues and improve the page’s SEO performance. Thank you in advance for your support!
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Hello,
We apologize for the issues you are facing with your "dog smells like fish" page. Thank you for raising these concerns. Let’s address each of your points:
1. Meta Description Issue
If your meta description isn’t showing up correctly in search results, it could be due to Google choosing to display alternative text that it finds more relevant. To ensure your meta description is set up correctly, you can check the following:
- Make sure you have added a unique and compelling meta description in the Rank Math meta box by clicking on Edit Snippet.
- Ensure that your meta description is within the ideal length (around 150-160 characters) to avoid truncation.
Here’s a visual guide on how to add a meta description:
2. Focus Keyword Optimization
To improve your Rank Math score for the focus keyword "dog smells like fish," consider the following:
- Ensure that the focus keyword appears in the SEO title, meta description, URL, and throughout the content naturally.
- Use related keywords and synonyms in your content to enhance relevance.
- Check if you have included the focus keyword in headings (H1, H2) and image alt texts.
3. Indexing Issues
If your page is not ranking or appearing in search results, consider:
- Verifying that there are no indexing issues in Google Search Console. Check for any crawl errors or manual actions.
- Ensuring that your sitemap is submitted correctly and includes the page.
- Reviewing your schema markup to ensure it’s implemented correctly. You can use tools like Google’s Rich Results Test to validate your schema.
4. Suggestions for Better Ranking
To improve the overall ranking of your page, consider these strategies:
- Create high-quality, informative content that answers common questions related to "dog smells like fish."
- Build backlinks from reputable sites in the pet care niche to increase authority.
- Promote your content on social media and relevant forums to drive traffic.
- Regularly update the content to keep it fresh and relevant.
We hope these suggestions help you optimize your page effectively. If you have further questions or need more assistance, please reply to this ticket, and a human agent from our support team will take over and assist you further.
Sources:
Google Shows A Different Meta Title/Description For My Site » Rank Math
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