Our Story

Who is Cheems Balltze?

Before the world knew him as Cheems, he was simply Balltze—our little Shiba Inu with gentle eyes and a soft, fluffy face.

In 2019, a photo was shared with a lighthearted caption: “Thought I had a shiba inu but this is not.”
The internet gave him a new name—Cheems—and with it, he became a small source of comfort, laughter, and quiet companionship to millions around the world.

But to us, he was never just a meme.
He was family. He was home.

On August 18, 2023, Balltze quietly fell asleep after complications from thoracentesis.
I believe somewhere beyond what we can see, he is still running freely—light, happy, and at peace.

And perhaps, in some way, still watching over all of us.

Carrying His Love Forward

The love people felt for Cheems never really disappeared. It simply changed form.

To honor that, a portion of our proceeds will be donated to animal welfare organizations, so that more animals can be cared for, protected, and loved—just like he was.
LAP
Animal Friends
Paws Guardian
Love adopt animal society

Cheems Balltze is not just remembered—
he is still with us, in every smile he brings.

Follow his journey: @balltze