There’s a new celebrity in town, and this one has four legs and fur (or not). Pets have been steadily gaining in popularity over the past few years, to the point where they are now bona fide celebrities. Just take a look at some of these furry or feathered stars and you’ll see what we mean.
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Matilda the Alien Cat who lost her eyes only to find the greatness in people around her
Rescued from a filthy hoarder’s house in a small Canadian town, this little cat’s family had no idea she was destined for greatness. She was only 12 weeks old when they adopted her, and it was love at first site. She quickly took over running the household by declaring dominance over her dog subordinate and human slaves.
Marnie the Shih Tzu from rags to riches finds Internet fame now hangs with A-list celebrities
Marnie the Shih Tzu went from rags to riches after Shirley Braha adopted the senior from a shelter. Originally a Connecticut street dog, Marnie was in pretty rough shape. She had decaying teeth, an odor that would put New York alleyways to shame and was deaf and blind.
JoeJoe the Capybara the most chill animal on earth is living a great life in Vegas
Capybara’s are the largest rodent known to man. They resemble a massive, furry chicken nugget with a face – it’s no wonder human’s like to keep them as pets. JoeJoe, a capy living in Las Vegas, fits the description to a T.
Tropical Pupper Paradise – Costa Rica Farm Sanctuary Home For Over 900 Strays
In the lush countryside of Costa Rica, there’s a dog paradise called Territorio de Zaguates (Land of the Strays). Found on acres of private farmland, it’s a free-range, outdoor, no-kill shelter for nearly 1,000 rescued dogs. They get to spend their days playing on the grassy hills, running through the forest and jumping in ponds.
Crusoe the Wiener skyrockets to fame from Dog Blog in Crusoe’s voice
Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund skyrocketed to Internet fame after his owners, Ryan Beauchesne and Lauren Dionne, created a wildly popular Dog Blog written in Crusoe’s voice. Named after Robinson Crusoe, he’s got an affinity for the unknown, chasing down squirrels through uncharted territories and going on nationwide book tours. Credit: @crusoe_dachshund IG The Dog Blog keeps fans up to date on Crusoe’s ridiculously cute adventures, while also providing an online shop for swag.
Miraculous Recovery Thailand Monkey Shot in the Face with a Metal Arrow Survives
Rocket, a seven year old Macaque monkey was found wandering the streets of Bangkok with a metal arrow protruding out of his face. Authorities say it was shot out of a harpoon gun, possibly by someone using Rocket as target practice. A woman named Mongkul Plus found the injured Macaque, and said she was surprised he was still alive.
Jill the Squirrel, Hurricane Isaac survivor, Now Lives the High Life as a Parkour Expert
She’s a Hurricane Isaac survivor and about as adorable as they come, Jill the Squirrel is one Instagram account you should be following (@this_girl_is_a_squirrel). She fell out of her nest during the 2012 hurricane in Louisiana, and was rescued for a ‘temporary’ stay inside of her current owners home. Jill quickly captured the hearts of her future furever family and now lives the high life as a kept squirrel-lady.
Coby the Cat with Piercing Blue Eyes, over 1 Million Followers, and Sponsorship Deals
Coby the Cat joined Instagram in June, 2015, already has over a million followers and is prettier than you. Rebecca Schefkind originally started his social media as a joke but after 150k followers, offers for sponsored posts and free cat food – she began to take it more seriously. Credit: @cobythecat IG Coby is a British Shorthair with piercing blue eyes, perfectly winged cat eyeliner and a fluffy white coat.
Conchita, a Chihuahua Dubbed The Queen of Miami, Inherits a $12.4 Million Fortune
The queen of Miami, Conchita, has a $3 million trust fund and an $8.4 million mansion. She’s fab as f**k, wears a Tiffany diamond studded collar and rolls around in a gold Escalade. She’s a 1lb Chihuahua with the attitude of a spoiled socialite.
Can haz art? Check Out Hunter The Painting Shiba Inu @shiba.art.online
This is Hunter @shiba.art.online, a black and tan shiba inu with a passion for painting. While we’ve nicknamed him Vincent van Doge, judging by his abstract expressionist style, he’s more of a Jackson Pollock with extra hair. Credit: @shiba.art.online IG Credit: @shiba.art.online IG Credit: @shiba.art.online IG Living in Alberta, Canada, his humans Kenny and Denise make sure Hunter always gets exercise, either physically or creatively.