Tika the Iggy, Raffie, Norbert and more: Remembering famous dogs we lost in 2025
From heroic service animals to internet stars and therapy dogs, several beloved canine figures were lost in 2025.
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Zawg, a senior TikTok and Instagram star known for his funny videos alongside companion Schlawg, died peacefully in January 2025, according to owner posts shared online.(Instagram/ @zawgandschlawg)
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Bella, a dachshund with a distinctive grin and thousands of Instagram followers, died unexpectedly following a medical emergency, her owner announced in early December 2025.(Instagram/ @buddy_bella_birdie)
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Raffie and Odin, influencer dogs featured on the TikTok account bundleofbullies, both died following a tragic dog attack. Owner Maren Peeters said Raffie suffered a fatal heart attack on Christmas Eve, while Odin was injured trying to protect him and later died from his wounds. The pair were described as best friends. (Odin and Raffie - L, Odin - R)(Maren Peeters/Instagram )
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Sundae, a Black Lab with a massive online following, was remembered for her costumes, skits and calm personality, USA Today reported. Her owner, Katie Gamble, said Sundae’s accounts were created simply for fun, but they eventually drew millions of followers who also supported the dog through a two-year battle with cancer.(Instagram/ @sundaetheblacklab)
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