Leo pogi, a four-year-old Himalayan cat from Manila, has been catching hearts online by being the netizens’ “favorite apo.” Photos courtesy of Leo Pogi/Facebook. Graphics: Kazel Valdez/INQUIRER.
net trainee Domestic cats are commonly known as the “pest patrol” that chase rodents and roaches away. However, their supposed roles have changed, as they are no longer seen as just animals. They could now be someone’s companion, family member, or even an internet sensation.
Leo pogi, a four-year-old Himalayan cat from Manila, has been catching the hearts of netizens as a quirky, tongue-tied cat. He became the online “favorite apo” (grandchild), accumulating love from more than 23,000 Facebook followers since March 2023. Why do so many people love his content? Here are some reasons why Leo is not a simple resident pogi (handsome) on the internet: Leo’s fur mom, Shey Ybanez, typically shares her pets’ activities on social media.
She writes funny captions or creates a gimmick to bring good vibes online. Little did she know that her fur babies would have a significant impact as they became the netizens’ “happy pill.” In an interview with INQUIRER.
net, Ybanez said Leo got more attention when media organizations started featuring her viral posts. She eventually created a dedicated page for Leo last year after many had encouraged her to do so for their proclaimed apo . Leo gets the netizens’ pulse by being relatable.
His tongue-tied speech and adorable fashion sen.
