Beloved Dog Influencer Tika the Iggy Passes Away at 14

On November 4, 2025, Thomas Shapiro, the owner of Tika the Iggy, a popular 14-year-old dog influencer, announced the heartbreaking news of Tika's passing. Shapiro had recently discovered that Tika had two tumors in her liver, but the surgery to remove them was successful, and she was able to return home.

However, just two days later, Shapiro noticed a change in Tika's demeanor, as she appeared tired and peaceful. Sadly, the vets informed Shapiro that Tika's body was slowly giving up, and there was nothing they could have done to prevent it. Shapiro expressed his devastation, saying he had thought Tika would live forever and that he wished she could have pranced through her golden years.

Tika, who had 1.6 million followers on Instagram, was a beloved figure in the online dog community. She had rubbed paws with celebrities like Lizzo and Drew Barrymore, made a memorable appearance on The View, and even had a cameo in the Netflix show Geek Girl. Shapiro asked Tika's many friends and fans to be gentle in the comments, as he and his family were extremely hurt by their loss.