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RIP Kabosu: The Iconic Shiba Inu Behind the Dogecoin Meme

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🐕💔 Sad news: Kabosu, the beloved Shiba Inu who inspired the famous Dogecoin meme, has passed away at 18. #RIPKabosu #Dogecoin

Kabosu, the iconic Shiba Inu that captured the hearts of internet users as the face of the beloved 'Doge' meme and the Dogecoin cryptocurrency, has sadly passed away at the age of 18. Known for her expressive side-eye gaze and adorable demeanor, Kabosu was a viral sensation, creating a new genre of online language and even lending her image to the world of cryptocurrency.

The news of Kabosu's passing was shared by her owner, Atsuko Sato, who announced the peaceful departure of the internet-famous pup in Japan. Kabosu's legacy goes beyond just being a meme; she played a significant role in popular culture, sparking a wave of internet trends and becoming an integral part of the cryptocurrency community.

Rescued from a shelter, Kabosu's journey from an ordinary dog to a global sensation is a testament to the power of online virality and the enduring impact of beloved pets in the digital age. Her skeptical yet endearing look will forever be etched in the minds of those who fell in love with the 'Doge' meme and the spirit of Dogecoin.

As we bid farewell to Kabosu, let us remember the joy and laughter she brought to millions around the world. Her influence as the face of Dogecoin will continue to live on, inspiring future generations of internet users and cryptocurrency enthusiasts alike.

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Shiba Inu Kabosu, the face of 'Doge' meme and Dogecoin, has died (KFVS)

In 2010, a photo of ...

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Kabosu, the Shiba Inu that was the face of dogecoin, has died (The Associated Press)

The Shiba Inu named Kabosu passed away in Japan at 18 years old, a number of outlets reported. The dog's owner, Atsuko Sato, said in a post that Kabosu died in ...

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The dog who inspired Dogecoin has died (CNNMoney)

The Japanese shiba inu “fell into a deep sleep” on Friday morning at 18 years of age, Atsuko Sato wrote in a blogpost. “Outside the window, birds were singing ...

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Kabosu dies: Shiba inu dog was meme and face of Dogecoin (BBC News)

Kabosu, a Japanese shiba inu, inspired the viral "doge" meme and became the face of Dogecoin cryptocurrency.

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Kabosu, side-eyeing Shiba inu who inspired the 'doge' meme, dies ... (The Washington Post)

Rescued from a dog shelter, Kabosu was an enduring meme of the 2010s, her skeptical glance inspiring a new type of online lingo and a cryptocurrency.

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Viral dog Kabosu, who inspired 'Doge' meme, DogeCoin, dies at 18 ... (ABC News)

Kabosu, the viral dog behind the "Doge" meme and DogeCoin, has died, according to her owner.

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Kabosu, the face of cryptocurrency Dogecoin, dies at 18, owner says (Reuters)

Kabosu, the Japanese dog that became a global meme and the face of alternative cryptocurrency Dogecoin has died at 18, her owner announced in a blog post on ...

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Shiba Inu Kabosu, the face of 'Doge' meme and Dogecoin, has died (KKCO-TV)

In 2010, a photo of ...

The Shiba Inu that inspired Dogecoin crypto and countless memes ... (NPR)

Much sad. Kabosu, the Shiba Inu whose side-eyed look inspired countless memes, died on Friday, her owner said.

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