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Maru the Cat Finally Gets Commercial Deal

Emerald Catron — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 20:02:48 +0000

It was only a matter of time before somebody needed a cat that would climb into a box for a commercial. Now that that's finally happened, internet famous feline Maru is starring in a Uniqlo commercial for one of their San Francisco locations. And there are lots of boxes. And Maru. Plus prizes!

Internet Star Maru the Cat Sits In, Wears a Box [VIDEO]

Donald Deane — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:05:15 +0000

This video of Maru, the adorable cat whose box-loving antics have been well-documented on YouTube, takes the kitty's obsession with cardboard to a whole new level. Not only does the cat wear a box, but he does so while sitting in a box at the same time. Wow! That's quite the artistic statement, Maru.

Talented Cat 'Maru' High Fives Like a Pro [VIDEO]

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 16:32:35 +0000

Internet "wonder cat" Maru demonstrates his ability to high five in his latest video. His tolerance for repeating the move over and over again suggests he'd make a fine addition to a kitty NBA team. Check out his high five skills below.

See Internet-Famous Cat Maru in Slow-Motion [VIDEO]

Chip Sandalwood — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:35:57 +0000

If you've paid even the smallest amount of attention to the cat video scene on the internet in past couple of years, chances are you've seen a little bit of Maru. This Japanese Scottish Fold has garnered over 100 million views since he began sliding into and out of boxes on YouTube in 2008. Still, even if you've spent some quality web time with Maru, you've probably never seen him like this.

This slow-motion video of Maru going after one of his cat toys offers a rare and unguarded look at the inner life of one of the internet's most famous cats. It's also really funny to see the furball suspended in mid-air.