Famous Internet Animals
The pantheon of viral animal celebrities — from Keyboard Cat and Grumpy Cat to Doge, Harambe and Moo Deng. The cats, the dogs, the wildlife icons, the animal influencers, and the ones we lost.
A chronological documentary of 222 moments spanning 1998–2025 on Loreline.
last updated 2026-07-21
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- The Meme Cats — Keyboard Cat, Grumpy Cat, Nyan Cat, Maru, Lil Bub — the felines who built the internet.
- The Wildlife Icons — Harambe, Moo Deng, Fiona the hippo, April the giraffe, Knut — the zoo and wild animals the internet adopted.
- The Famous Dogs — Doge, Boo, Crusoe, Jiffpom, the talking huskies — the good boys and girls of viral fame.
- The Animal Influencers — Juniper the fox, Doug the Pug, the talking-button pets — the animals with management and merch.
- The Ones We Lost — Grumpy Cat, Lil Bub, Boo, Kabosu, Harambe — the internet mourns its own.
- — Harambe (1998). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (1998). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Nora the Piano Cat: The Sequel. Nora the Piano Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Battle at Kruger. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Henri (the original). Henri le Chat Noir — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The craze for Knut continues -- Germans still flocking to zoo to see polar bear cub. Knut the polar bear — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Dramatic Look (Dramatic Chipmunk / prairie dog). Dramatic Chipmunk — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Keyboard Cat! - THE ORIGINAL!. Keyboard Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Snowball is a Rockin' to the Backstreet Boys Cockatoo. Snowball the Dancing Cockatoo — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Internationally famous polar bear Knut celebrates his first birthday at the Berlin Zoo. Knut the polar bear — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Husky Dog Talking - 'I love you'. Mishka the talking husky — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Christian the Lion - Full Ending. Christian the Lion reunion — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Christian the Lion Reunion (Original). Christian the Lion reunion — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — The Dramatic Chipmunk (Original). Dramatic Chipmunk — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Maru and the big box. Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Study Finds Snowball Can Really Dance. Snowball the dancing cockatoo — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Snowball the Dancing Cockatoo. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Play Him Off, Keyboard Cat. Keyboard Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — What is Doge? The history and origin of the dog meme explained. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Sneezing Baby Panda (HQ). Sneezing Baby Panda — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — The Crazy Nastyass Honey Badger (original narration by Randall). Honey Badger (Randall) — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Slow Loris With a Tiny Umbrella. Slow loris with umbrella — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Denver Official Guilty Dog Video. Denver the Guilty Dog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Cause of Famous Polar Bear's Death Sought. Knut the polar bear — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Nyan Cat! [Official]. Nyan Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Ultimate Dog Tease. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Boo, The World's Cutest Dog, Takes Over Times Square on Jumbotron. Boo the Pomeranian — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Jesus Christ in Richmond Park (Fenton) - Original Upload. Fenton the Dog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Lemon Beagle Puppy vs. Lemon. Maymo the Lemon Beagle — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Fenton the dog chasing a deer in Richmond Park. Fenton the Dog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Fenton!. the dog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Surprised Kitty (Original). Surprised Kitty — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Henri 2, Paw de Deux. Henri le Chat Noir — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Screaming Sheep (Original Upload). The Screaming Sheep — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Boo 'the world's cutest dog' isn't dead. Boo the Pomeranian — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — BUB SOUNDS. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The original Grumpy Cat. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Original Goat Edition Scream (Yelling Goat). Screaming Goat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — King Kong (with Screaming Goat) [ORIGINAL]. Screaming Goat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Talking Cat Says "Oh Long Johnson". Oh Long Johnson talking cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Lil Bub (2013). Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Story of Doge: How Kabosu Became the Doge Meme. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Dogecoin Explained: From Parody to the Moon?. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2013). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Reporter can't stop laughing at Grumpy Cat. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Colonel Meow - longest fur on a cat. Colonel Meow — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Colonel Meow's Diaries: A Rise to Power. Colonel Meow — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Happy Running Hedgehog (Marutaro). Marutaro the hedgehog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Bathtime with Esther the Wonder Pig. Esther the Wonder Pig — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — World's best skateboarding cat - Go Didga Go!. Didga — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Katy Perry 'Dark Horse' - Jiff The Dog Steals The Show. Jiffpom — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Stoffel, the Honey Badger That Can Escape From Anywhere - BBC. Honey Badger (Stoffel) — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Ep. 1 - Tiny Hamster Eating Tiny Burritos. Tiny Hamster — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Marutaro the Hedgehog Vine Movies compilation. Marutaro the hedgehog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — A Cat's Guide to Bathrooms. Cole and Marmalade — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Mr. G and Jellybean. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Doge (2014). Doge — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat (2014). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Hedgehog Marutaro Playing On The Beach. Marutaro the hedgehog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Venus the two-faced cat - up close and purring. Venus the two-faced cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Marnie the Dog -- Duane Reade Adventure. Marnie the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Jiffpom - The fastest dog on two paws - Meet The Record Barkers. Jiffpom — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Marnie the Dog Rocks Out With Her Tongue Out. Marnie the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Tuna: The underdog with the overbite. Tuna — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Chef Crusoe the Dachshund Meets Gino D'Acampo - 'Bruschetta'. Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — New Silverback Gorilla Harambe 1st Time Out - Cincinnati Zoo. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Gabe howls at phone (original bork source). Gabe the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Happiness Finds Grumpy Cat (Friskies). Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Jiffpom Sizzle Reel: Best of Jiffpom. Jiffpom — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Watch a Clever Raccoon Knock on the Door Demanding Food. Trash panda raccoon — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — New York Has Pizza Rat Fever. Pizza Rat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Comedian Describes Moment He Saw Rat Carrying Pizza. Pizza Rat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Making of Pizza Rat. Pizza Rat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Rescued Baby Raccoon Pumpkin Acts Just Like His Dog Siblings. Pumpkin the raccoon — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Manny the Frenchie and a Lucky Rescue Pup Indulge in a 4-Star Meal. Manny the Frenchie — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — A New Pizza Rat Takes the Streets of New York. Pizza Rat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — All I Want For Christmas Is Food - Doug The Pug. Doug the Pug — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Doug The Pug Goes Viral. Doug the Pug — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Siberian Husky temper tantrum. Talking Husky (no bath) — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Talking Dog Says 'I love you' - Mishka the Talking Husky. Mishka the talking husky — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Owner of the World's Most Famous Dog Speaks of His Popularity. Tuna — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — They Smile For Selfies, But They Need Our Help. Quokka selfie — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — No charges for parents in death of gorilla at Cincinnati Zoo: CBS News. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Endangered gorilla shot dead at Cincinnati zoo. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Gorilla Killed After Child Falls Into Zoo Habitat. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Story of Harambe: How the Gorilla Became an Iconic Meme | Meme History. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2016). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2016). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2016). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Doge (2016). Doge — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Sloth Chilling With a Little Smile. Smiling sloth — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Family life with Hosico. Hosico — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe Meme Explosion Explained. Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Keyboard Cat original clip (1984). Keyboard Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Miracle of Bub. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — How Doug The Pug Rose To Internet Stardom. Doug the Pug — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — We Are Number One but it's borked by Gabe the Dog. Gabe the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Alex honking. Alex the Honking Bird (cockatiel) — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Pet Raccoon Becomes Internet Sensation. Pumpkin the raccoon — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — R.I.P. Gabe The Dog Tribute (Bork King). Gabe the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Premature Baby Hippo Fiona Playing in Water Spray - Cincinnati Zoo. Fiona the hippo — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maru - the most watched animal on YouTube. Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — April the giraffe gives birth to calf in New York zoo. April the giraffe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Animal Adventure Park's April the giraffe gives birth!. April the giraffe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Animal Adventure Park's April the Giraffe - Live Birth - Archive footage. April the giraffe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Marnie the Dog Helping Hospitalized Kids. Marnie the dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2017). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Esther The Wonder Pig Changes Couple's Life. Esther the Wonder Pig — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Russian Cat Stepan - Most Lazy Cat in the World. Stepan the Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Juniperfoxx | We Moved!. Juniper the fox — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — How Manny The Frenchie Handles The Fame Of Nearly 3 Million Followers. Manny the Frenchie — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Baby Hippo Fiona - Episode 1 The Beginning - Cincinnati Zoo. Fiona the hippo — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Why does this kitten have two faces?. Venus the two-faced cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Cat breaks skateboarding world record. Didga — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Raccoon Adopted by Dogs Is Living THE LIFE | The Dodo: Odd Couples. Pumpkin the raccoon — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Who is Esther the Wonder Pig?. Esther the Wonder Pig — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Baby Hippo Fiona's Special Moments: Never-before-seen Videos from Care Team - Cincinnati Zoo. Fiona the hippo — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The sled and Maru. Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Cat with Hawaii ties basks in internet fame. Nala Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Nyan Cat (Momo 10th Anniversary) by daniwell. Nyan Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Nyan Cat (2018). Nyan Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Noisestorm - Crab Rave. Crab Rave — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Polite cat does a polite smile. Polite Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — How Quokka Selfies Helped Protect This Adorable Animal. Quokka selfie — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — The Original Bongo Cat. Bongo Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Lil Bub: the cat who is one in a trillion. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Venus 101. Venus the two-faced cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — 'World's cutest dog' Boo dies. Boo the Pomeranian — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Facebook followers mourn the loss of Boo the Pomeranian. Boo the Pomeranian — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Boo the Pomeranian dies of broken heart, owners say. Boo the Pomeranian — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Alex the Honking Bird on The Today Show!. Alex the Honking Bird (cockatiel) — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Massage time with Hosico. Hosico — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Crusoe's Star Wars Dog Costumes Compilation. Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat dies at age 7: CBS News report. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat, the viral internet sensation, is dead at 7. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Internet sensation Grumpy Cat dies at age 7. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Grumpy Cat: internet's most famous cat dies aged seven. Grumpy Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2019). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Scientists Discover Snowball the Cockatoo Has 14 Distinct Dance Moves. Snowball the dancing cockatoo — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Jackson Galaxy meets cat celebrities Cole & Marmalade. Cole and Marmalade — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Banana Cat - Brianne Drouhard & SmallButera & Parry Gripp. Banana Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Remembering Lil Bub, an internet cat sensation. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Internet-famous Lil BUB cat has died at age 8: CBS News. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Internet Sensation Lil Bub Dies at Age 8 | E! News. Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Farewell Lil BUB: In Loving Memory (official owner memorial). Lil Bub — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Chunk's Greatest Moments Of Season 1. Chunk the Groundhog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Nala - the most famous cat on Instagram. Nala Cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — How Doug The Pug Got Famous. Doug the Pug — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maru (2020). Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Doge (2020). Doge — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Mad - A Short Film Starring Billi the Cat. Billi the talking cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Throwing A Pool Party For Foxes. Juniper the fox — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — What an amazing conversation!!. Bunny the talking dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — bingus. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — How Our Dog Got 18 Million Followers. Doug the Pug — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Cat Vibing to Ievan Polkka (Official Video). Vibing Cat (Bilal Goregen cat) — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Bunny The Talking Dog Has Existential Thoughts. Bunny the talking dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — My Husky REFUSES To Take A Bath! (She Argues!). Talking Husky (no bath) — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Letting Five Foxes In The House On Christmas. Juniper the fox — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — This Cat's Favorite Word Is Exactly What You'd Expect | The Dodo Cat Crazy. Billi the talking cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Deer Wakes Up Disney Princess. Disney princess deer — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Bunny the Dog Can Talk! | Localish. Bunny the talking dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Smudge the Cat's owner on the 'Woman Yelling at a Cat' meme. Smudge — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2021). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Sleepy Ukrainian Cat Captivates Russian Internet. Stepan the Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — They call him Jorts. Jorts the Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — From vermin to viral: The raccoon with thousands of Instagram followers. Pumpkin the raccoon — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Bear Known as 'Hank The Tank' Terrorizes Lake Tahoe Neighborhood. Hank the Tank — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — 'Hank the Tank' turns out to be 3 bears who have damaged properties around Lake Tahoe. Hank the Tank — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Top 10 Panda Cam Outtakes At Smithsonian's National Zoo. Tian Tian / panda cams — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — How many times do I have to tell you to come when called?!? | BilliSpeaks. Billi the talking cat — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Who is Bunny The Talking Dog? An Interview with Alexis Devine. Bunny the talking dog — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — I accidentally became a meme: Woman Yelling at a Cat. Smudge — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maxwell the Spinning Cat. Maxwell the Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Goat-Scream Cops 'Can't Help But Laugh'. Screaming goats — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — OIIAIOIIIAI (spinning cat meme). OIIA Spinning Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Harambe (2023). Harambe — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2023). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Just a groundhog eating a tomato. Chunk the Groundhog — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — 'Hank the Tank' bear who broke into 21 homes around Tahoe taken to Colorado sanctuary. Hank the Tank — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — The Trash Panda Challenge: How Raccoons Outsmarted Toronto City. Trash panda raccoon — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Esther the Wonder Pig dies peacefully after years cancer-free, owner says. Esther the Wonder Pig — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Huh Cat Original Video. Huh Cat — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — A Giant Farewell to Giant Pandas Tian Tian, Mei Xiang and Xiao Qi Ji. Tian Tian / panda cams — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Keeper Connections: Tian Tian. Tian Tian / panda cams — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Chipi chipi chapa chapa cat. a flash-viral internet animal moment.
- — Rescue pup to meme star: The real-life 'Dogecoin' dog. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu, the dog behind the 'doge' internet meme, has died. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Shiba Inu who inspired 'Doge' meme dies as owner caressed her: NY Post. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — 'Doge' meme dog dies. Doge / Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2024). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2024). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2024). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maru (2024). Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maru (2024). Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Kabosu (2024). Kabosu — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Maru (2024). Maru — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Adorable Baby Hippo Moo Deng in Social Media at Khao Kheow Zoo. Moo Deng — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Thai zoo home to internet sensation Moo Deng is patenting the pygmy hippo. Moo Deng — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Thai zoo moves to patent image of viral baby hippo Moo Deng. Moo Deng — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Huge king penguin chick in Australia named Pesto becomes social media star. Pesto the king penguin — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Melbourne aquarium's Pesto the penguin goes viral. Pesto the king penguin — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Meet Moo Deng, the baby pygmy hippo taking the internet by storm. Moo Deng — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Giant baby penguin named Pesto is internet's newest obsession. Pesto the king penguin — part of the story of famous internet animals.
- — Big Floppa Gosha's Hissing. Big Floppa — a flash-viral internet animal moment.
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