Overview
- Owner Silvina announced on X that the 13-year-old had a convulsion at midday on Oct. 14 and died while they were with him.
- She later posted a heartfelt Instagram farewell recalling their morning rituals, his outfits, and his playful temperament.
- Marcelito’s account grew past 25,000 followers after a viral tongue-out photo and daily posts that greeted fans.
- Messages from followers flooded his feeds with condolences and memories, noting how his updates brightened their days.
- Argentine coverage from TN and La Voz framed the response as an example of pets fostering genuine connections on social platforms.