Atsuko went on to name the dog Kabosu, which means 'citrus' in Japanese, because she thought the roundness of this adorable dog's face reminded her of a 'citrus'.
Now while Kabosu has defied the odds and surpassed the regular lifespan of your average Shiba Inu, she has as of late been diagnosed with Leukemia and Liver Disease.
Kabosu and Kabosu-Mama are renowned for their generosity and pay-it-forward attitude. There are many occasions where they have used their fame to benefit the less fortunate.