Rich and Emma were smitten with Ikiru the moment they laid eyes on a photo of him. After a single visit and four weeks later, they welcomed him into his new forever home. They decided to start an Instagram account to share Ikiru’s daily adventures, and he quickly gained a following as a kitty celebrity. Known for his adorable blep and quirky facial expressions, many people wonder if everything is okay with him.
“We were surprised to learn that Ikiru is in excellent health, with some of the best teeth our vet has ever seen,” Rich and Emma shared. Despite his slightly pudgy face typical of exotic shorthairs, Ikiru is full of energy and in great shape. While his tongue isn’t always hanging out, it’s become a charming quirk of his that leads to some entertaining expressions.
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This adorable feline got its name from a beloved Akira Kurosawa movie, with ‘ikiru’ translating to ‘to live’ or ‘living’ in Japanese. He’s a mix of loving, affectionate, and grumpiness in the most lovable way. Ikiru also has a playful and entertaining side, with a peculiar fondness for burrowing under things like blankets or paper, and giving you an upside-down stare from the room’s corner.
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Rich and Emma shared that they can always count on Ikiru to bring a smile to their faces with his funny behavior and expressive faces. They love being able to share his antics with the world through social media. They receive messages from people all over the globe who appreciate Ikiru’s silly faces, adorable nature, and unique personality. Some fans even create beautiful artwork that perfectly captures his mischievous charm.
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