THE FACE OF DOGECOIN and one of the most beloved Shiba Inu online sensations has now passed away.
Kabosu, who is publicly known as the 'Doge meme,' has met a peaceful end, as announced via Instagram by the owner.
"To all of you who loved Kabosu, on the morning of the 24th of May, Kabosu crossed the rainbow bridge. Thank you all so much for your support over the years."
"She went very peacefully without suffering, as if falling asleep while feeling the warmth of my hands petting her."
"Thank you all so much for loving Kabosu all these years. I am certain that Kabosu was the happiest dog in the world."
Back in November 2, 2008, Kabosu met her owner. During the 18th birthday celebration, the owner recalled their very first recollection of the Dogecoin icon.
"I still remember her on the first day she came home. She was scared, sitting in the corner of the room, motionless and silent. She simply stared at me with those big round eyes," they started.
"It has been 15 years since that day and those big round eyes have filled my heart with so much happiness and gratitude. Now my heart is filled with more happiness and gratitude as all of you from all over the world celebrated her 18th birthday with us."
Kabosu's legacy lives on
Back in 2023, a monument was installed in Sakura, Chiba, honoring Kabosu. All thanks to the efforts of the community, Kabosu's legacy lives on.
"A wonderful monument was erected in Sakura Furusato Hiroba in the city of Sakura in honor of Kabosu, thanks to the generous donations by Kabosu fans all over the world.
This monument will allow Kabosu to continue giving us a soothing time of peace and comfort, especially with the beautiful sunset, which this place is famous for," as stated by the owner via Instagram.
"I would like to express my sincere appreciation to everyone in Own The Doge, which was involved in this project, and to everyone who has supported Kabosu. Thank you very much."
On May 26, a farewell party will be hosted to further commemorate Kabosu. It will be held in Flower Kaori (Narita City Public Hall).
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