Popular dog Kabosu, who inspired cryptocurrencies Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, has died

Shillong, May 24: Popular Japanese dog Kabosu, who became the face of cryptocurrencies DogeCoin and Shiba Inu, died at the age of 18 on Friday.

The dog was reportedly suffering from leukemia and liver disease.

Kabosu’s passing was also announced by Dogecoin in an article on The impact this dog has had across the world is immeasurable.

The dog’s owner revealed in a blog post that a “farewell party for Kabo-chan will be held on May 26.”

The disappearance of the internet’s favorite dog broke the hearts of netizens, as words of love and condolences poured in for Kabosu.

“Rest in peace, Kabosu!” The Doge meme has brought smiles to millions of faces across the world. Your wrinkled face and curly tail will forever be a symbol of joy, humor and internet culture. You will be Doge forever,” one user wrote on X.

“Kabosu, the Japanese dog behind the Doge meme, died at the age of 18. This day should be declared International Dog Day,” another user posted.

Another said: “You were and always will be the best doge. You have brought joy to so many and inspired an entire generation to strive for more good every day. Gone, but never forgotten. Rest in peace, Kabosu. (IANS)