Internet’s beloved cat Tater Tot passes away, netizens pay tribute | Trending

The internet-famous rescue kitten, affectionately known as Tater Tot, touched the hearts of millions with his messy hair and adorable mismatched casts. However, on Wednesday, August 2, the beloved feline passed away in his Utah home. His foster mother, Ash Houghton, broke the heartbreaking news on Facebook, sharing the news with Tater Tot’s followers. Beloved viral kitten Tater Tot passes away, leaving millions heartbroken. Foster mom Ash Houghton shares the sad news on Facebook.(Twitter) In a heartfelt post on Tater Tot’s viral Facebook page, titled “Tater Tot and His Spudbuds,” Ash Houghton expressed her sorrow: “Hey Spudbuds. I’m honestly not sure how to start this post, but here it goes. Today, our tiny spud passed away suddenly in my hands.” She revealed that Tater Tot had been showing signs of pneumonia and had been treated with antibiotics and a nebulizer. Despite their best efforts, the adorable kitten couldn’t pull through. In her post, Ash Houghton mentioned that she believed Tater Tot might have had a heart condition, which made his fight even more challenging. She cherished the time she spent with him and was grateful for the outpouring of support from the community. “This tiny little potato has had such a profound impact on my heart, and I am so unbelievably happy I got to share him with the entire world,” she wrote. The story of Tater Tot touched the hearts of people all over the world, and his courage was an inspiration to many. Despite his brief time on Earth, the brave little kitten brought happiness and laughter to countless lives. His social media presence became a beacon of hope and empathy.Sleep well, Tater Tot! While the news of Tater Tot’s passing left many heartbroken, netizens rallied together to share their condolences and commemorate the kitten’s life. Social media was flooded with heartfelt messages, touching artwork, and sincere expressions of grief. One user tweeted, “Rest easy Tater Tot 🙁 he will be missed dearly and sending love to his mum who took care of him so lovingly.” Another user wrote, “Rest in peace Tater Tot. Your short little life brought so much joy to so many people with all the memes and the whimsical silliness.”In a final act of love and respect, Ash Houghton decided to keep Tater Tot’s Facebook page active. She will continue sharing the memories of the little spud and use the platform to raise awareness about other animals facing unique challenges.