The news of Kabosu, the beloved Shiba Inu who rose to fame as the face of the “Doge” meme, passing away at the age of 18 has left millions of fans mourning the loss of this iconic pup. Known for her endearing expression and the humorous captions that accompanied her photos, Kabosu captured the hearts of people worldwide and became a symbol of the whimsical nature of internet culture.
In a heartfelt blog post, Kabosu’s owner, Japanese kindergarten teacher Atsuko Sato, shared the news of the beloved dog’s passing. With the official Dogecoin handle also confirming the news on Twitter, the global community of fans expressed their condolences and remembered Kabosu as a source of inspiration and joy. The impact of one dog on the world is immeasurable, as she brought happiness and love to all those who followed her journey.
Back in 2008, Sato adopted Kabosu and named her after the citrus fruit “kabosu” due to the resemblance of the dog’s round face to the fruit. Little did she know that this decision would lead to Kabosu becoming a viral sensation and the inspiration behind the creation of Dogecoin in 2013. What started as a joke currency has now become the world’s largest meme coin by market cap, paving the way for other dog-themed tokens like Shiba Inu Coin and Floki to gain significant traction in the cryptocurrency industry.
Despite battling leukemia in late December 2022, Kabosu’s health took a turn for the better as mentioned by Sato. The legacy of Kabosu lives on through the influence she had on internet culture and the cryptocurrency world. Her story serves as a reminder of the joy and positivity that can be spread through the simplest of means, like a dog’s adorable face and a few funny captions. As fans continue to remember and honor Kabosu, her spirit remains alive in the hearts of all who were touched by her presence.