Kapuso Mama, owner of Kapuso and Neiro, shares warm and entertaining stories about her life with her furry friends: Kapuso, the Shiba Inu who became an internet sensation as a DOGE meme and the inspiration behind Dogecoin, and her other dog, Neiro (whose buds were inspired by a similar coin meme).
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Atsuko Sato, or Kapusu Mama, is known for her blog, where she shares her life with her adopted pets, including the famous Kapusu. Kapuso caused an internet sensation when her image was used as the face of the cryptocurrency Dogecoin, or Doge.
Sato’s blog features Kapusu’s daily adventures and intimate moments with her companions, including cats Azuki, Jinan, and Onigiri. Her blog posts often depict the joys and challenges of living with rescued animals, promoting warm love around loving pets.
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Nearly seventeen years ago, on November 2, 2008, Kapuso joined the Sato family. On her first day, Kapuso sat quietly in the corner of the room, looking frightened, still and silent. Her large, round eyes looked at their new owner with a mixture of curiosity and nervousness. There is no doubt that this moment marked the beginning of a beautiful bond between Kapuso and her mother.
In another post, Kapuso Mama describes a night where she and Kapuso shared a special moment. “I have one memory, that night when it was just me and Kapuso. We didn’t do much. We sat there quietly, thinking about our day or maybe nothing. Those silent moments with her meant the world to me,” she wrote.
After sixteen years of joy and love, Sato announced Kapuso’s death on May 24, 2024 through her blog and social media. Sato expressed that Kapuso “crossed the rainbow bridge” safely in the morning, surrounded by love, while Sato caressed her.
“I know we’ll be together another day, another time, but until then, keep chasing the butterflies.”
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Sato adopted Nero on November 13, 2022, which symbolizes a new chapter for her, as she always gives dogs a loving home.
“Nero, with her joyful spirit, has become a new source of joy and healing for me. She embodies the ‘color of sound,’ bringing music back into my life after Kapuso is gone.
Nero carries on the legacy of love and companionship established by Kapuso. Sato’s affection for Nero is also evident in her posts, where she shares their daily lives, ensuring that Nero receives the same love, attention, and care that Kapuso did.
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The introduction of Nero into Sato’s life was a source of healing and joy after the loss of Kapuso. Neiro’s fun and loving nature helped fill the void, providing Sato with companionship and a reason to smile, which she generously shares with her followers.
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This is another tale of how Internet culture affects finance.
In 2013, Billy Marcus and Jackson Palmer launched Dogecoin as a fun cryptocurrency featuring a Kapuso image as its mascot. It’s clear that what started as a joke has quickly evolved into a legitimate digital currency.
Furthermore, influencers like Elon Musk, coupled with Dogecoin’s accessibility and the internet’s love for memes, increase Dogecoin’s popularity. Dogecoin has achieved significant market value and created an enthusiastic, cult-like community.
Some of the first comments on the thread where I announced Dogecoin in 2013
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– Shibitoshi Nakamoto (@BillyM2k) December 16, 2024
After Kapuso’s death in May 2024, the cryptocurrency community found a new token in Neiro, another dog that Sato adopted. Neiro sparked a new wave with several “Neiro” tokens launching Ethereum and Solana. Eventually, one survived and became another major meme cryptocurrency.
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Both the Doge and Neiro reflect the community’s love of dog-themed coins. Kabosu and Neiro’s story in the world of cryptocurrencies shows how joy and a dog’s companionship can inspire movements.
There is no doubt that the love of dogs unites communities and even influences financial markets, showcasing the intersections between pet culture, internet memes, and cryptocurrencies.
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