Dead Loki, One Of The Most Famous Dogs On The Web
In current times, in which the virtual world seems to want to impose itself on the real one, it is not strange that animals have numerous followers on different social networks. In fact, some become very famous, with the approval of their masters. Hence the great effect caused by the sad news of the death of Loki, one of the dogs with the most followers in the various social networks.
Find out why Loki died
The dog was a lively specimen of the Welsh Corgi breed and had over a million followers on various social networks. His masters published photos and videos in which Loki showed all his sympathy, which fascinated – and fascinated – people from all over the world.
The cause of Loki, aged 5, was a chronic kidney disease for which he had been receiving treatment for a year.
Despite veterinarians’ efforts, the pet suffered heart failure and died in a specialized veterinary clinic in Renton, Washington, where he was urgently transferred from Canada.
More data on the death of the famous Corgi dog
The cute Corgi specimen was born in a small town in Oklahoma (USA). Still very young, however, he had gone to live in Vancouver, on the Canadian Pacific coast.
During his hospitalization, thousands of people donated funds to pay for the expensive treatment Loki needed. Once again, social networks were the means of spreading the news, but this time to find help for Loki, the dog who had entertained so many people through the same communication channels.
Despite the efforts, however, the animal was unable to overcome the difficult moment. His memory remains, immortalized in the virtual world of the internet.
Loki, always alive on the web
Loki’s owners spread the funny videos with their pet via :
- A web page
- Youtube (had its own channel)
- Instagram (in 2014 he won an award as the “best dog” of the social network)
- Snapchat
From this virtual world, the little dog did not betray his name. Loki, in fact, is the name of the Norse deity of cunning and deceit.
How Loki was introduced to his virtual fans
“I’m just a normal dog who likes to have fun.” This is how Loki’s owners presented their dog on the internet. And then they described their four-legged friend’s favorite activities:
- Long walks on the beach.
- Nibble toys.
- Socializing with the hamster Ham Ham (who played the part of Loki’s pet in the videos).
- Take a siesta.
- Barking at bicycles.
- Play with the ball.
- To eat.
We will talk about the commercial use that humans make of their pets at another time. Now, however, the topic is Loki’s death.
Information about the Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)
The Welsh Corgi is a small breed that originated in Great Britain. These specimens have been used for centuries to guide livestock by biting their spurs and barking.
Among the main characteristics of this breed, we can indicate:
- Always alert and active.
- Intelligent.
- Lovely.
- Strong personality.
- Excellent guard dogs.
- Despite their small size, they are strong and robust animals.
- Their head resembles that of a fox.
- Short tail.
- Medium long and smooth coat, of colors such as red, jet black, beige or black and tan with white markings.
- Height between 25 and 30 centimeters.
- The weight varies from 11 to 14 kilos.
It should also be remembered that Corgi are the favorite breed of the British royal family. But they can also become the most famous dogs on the web. May Loki rest in peace and live forever thanks to social networks.
Source: Loki’s Facebook
