In the fame-hungry society we live in, it’s possible to become an overnight Internet sensation. People have gained millions of followers and millions of dirhams in sponsorship deals, simply by logging on and loading up. But it’s not just human’s who have the ability to create a Twitter following to rival Lady Gaga, pets are getting their own 15 minutes of fame too. With that in mind, here’s our top 10 cats and dogs on the internet…
Boo The Pomeranian
1.) Boo The Pomeranian
Widely accepted as the cutest dog in the world, Boo is almost too adorable to be real. This perfect ball of fluff may look more like a Pokemon than a dog, but the only thing he has in common with the 1990s sensation is a global fan club.
Stats
Facebook: 14,375,509
Instagram: 402,699
Lil Bub The Rescue Cat
2.) Lil Bub The Rescue Cat
The runt of a feral litter, Lil Bub was rescued by her owners, who cared for her special health needs. She’s gone on to host her own talk show on YouTube, Lil Bub’s Big Show, and raise over US$100,000 for animal charities.
Stats
Facebook: 850,615
Instagram: 447,112
Yoghurt The Pirate Dog
3.) Yoghurt The Pirate Dog
This five-year-old Chihuahua from Bangkok has stolen the hearts of Instagramers around the world. With just one eye and a tongue that hangs out to the side, her hilarious snaps will keep you occupied for hours.
Stats
Instagram: 83,905
Luna the Fashion Kitty
4.) Luna the Fashion Kitty
Persian kitty, Luna, lives in Mexico and bills herself as a cyber therapist – “because no one can stay stressed looking at me”.
Stats
Facebook: 1,006,233
5.) Henri, Le Chat Noir
Henri is a philosopher of the Internet, pondering life and all that comes with it. “Declawing a cat only ensures that they will find a more creative form of revenge,” said Henri Le Chat Noir.
Stats
Most popular YouTube video: 1,812,481
Facebook: 161,246
Menswear Dog
6.) Menswear Dog
Menswear Dog is a four-year old Shiba who lives in NYC and blogs about all things style. Whether putting together unique outfits or copying celeb style from the likes of Brad Pitt and Pharrell (main pic), he always looks sharp.
Stats
Instagram: 127,519
Facebook: 73,281
Tuna The Chiweenie
7.) Tuna The Chiweenie
Tuna is a three-year-old Chiweenie with a large overbite. His owner set up an Instagram account to share his pictures with family and friends, only for him to become an web sensation.
Stats
Instagram: 872,927
Facebook: 63,639
Grumpy Cat
8.) Grumpy Cat
There have been many copy cats (get it?) since Grumpy Cat hit the net, but the original is always the best. Whatever the day, whatever the occasion, grumpy cat is always grumpy.
Stats
Facebook: 6,037,899
Instagram: 412,502
Princess Monster Truck
9.) Princess Monster Truck
Though she looks scary, Princess Monster Truck’s owners claim that she never bites. The rescue cat from New York has become so famous, she even has her own merchandise.
Stats
Instagram: 72,848
Facebook: 17,859
Ray Charles the Golden Retriever
10.) Ray Charles the Golden Retriever
Considered one of the cutest dogs in the world, Ray Charles the Golden Retiever was born blind. Though he can’t see, he still has plenty of fun at home in Boston with the two other dogs he lives with. Our hearts have officially melted.
Stats
Facebook: 112,148
Images: Facebook and Instagram
