End Of An Era: Beloved “Doge” Meme Dog Kabosu Passes Away At Age 18

"To all of you who loved Kabosu, on the morning of May 24th, Kabosu crossed the rainbow bridge. Thank you all so much for your support over the years." A heartfelt social media post from Sato read

Kabosu was rescued from an animal shelter in 2008 after being abandoned by a puppy mill. This adorable Shiba Inu's expressive face became the iconic Doge meme, inspiring countless posts on Reddit, Tumblr, and beyond.

The internet mourned as fans flooded social media with tributes. "I dreaded this day. Kabosu was a wonderful dog. The Doge meme got me into meme culture," one fan shared. Another wrote, "Rest in peace, Doge. You will live forever in our hearts! A true legend."

Kabosu's expressive eyes and smirk captured millions of hearts, and she became the face of Dogecoin, the famous cryptocurrency. Her gentle and calm nature, a far cry from typical Shiba Inu temperament, made her a favorite of internet users worldwide.

In recent years, Kabosu faced health issues, including acute cholangiohepatitis and chronic lymphoma leukemia.

Despite this, she remained a beloved companion to Sato, who shared,

"She went very peacefully without suffering, as if falling asleep while feeling the warmth of my hands petting her."

Fans and friends of Kabosu are invited to a farewell party in her honor, celebrating the life of a dog who brought joy and laughter to so many. Kabosu's legacy as the Doge meme icon will forever be etched in internet history.

Rest in peace, Kabosu, the world's happiest dog.