# Ugly Bat Cats Feline Finds Internet Fame Through Ornery Looks By Cowbag | Published 2009-07-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ugly-bat-boy-cat-uggs References: [cakeheadlovesevil](http://cakeheadlovesevil.wordpress.com/2009/07/11/ugly-bat-boy/) This poor [cat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/date-cats-not-humans) is one of the strangest and most remarkable looking animals I have ever seen. He is called Ugly Bat Boy, or Uggs for short, and lives at an [animal hospital](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/take-your-cat-to-the-vet) in the US. Experts are unsure of the various breeds which make up Uggs, although there is most certainly a trace of Sphinx in them. Don’t feel sorry for him though--Uggs has been invited onto various US chat shows, as he has become globally famous! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 91% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Pets](https://www.trendhunter.com/pets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Pet Influencers:** Ugly Bat Boys' internet fame creates opportunities for pet brands to collaborate with viral pets. - **Sustainable Pet Care:** Uggs' animal hospital home is an opportunity to embrace eco-friendliness and low-waste practices in the pet care industry. - **Artificial Intelligence-powered Pet Grooming:** Uggs' unique appearance could inspire companies to invest in AI-powered grooming tools that cater to a wider variety of animal fur types and styles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Pet Food and Treat Supply:** Uggs' internet fame could create opportunities for brands to launch special edition treats or foods with his name or image on it. - **Veterinary Care:** Uggs' cat hospital home represents an opportunity for innovative healthcare providers to transform pet care through updated digital services, mobile clinics, and increased accessibility. - **Pet Grooming:** Uggs' unique aesthetic is a creative inspiration for grooming companies needing to update their offerings to cater to pets with a wider range of fur types and styles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop Star-Themed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-swiftthemed-cats.md) - [Sustainable Portable Cat Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batsy-cat-shelter.md) - [Gritty Rodent-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratboot.md) - [AI-Enhanced Pet Adoption Photos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personality-pics.md) - [Plush Monster Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labubu.md) - [Glam Pet Adoption Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uber-showcats.md) - [AI-Powered Cat Analyzers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pharaohs-lost-cat.md) - [Cat Pet-Care Podcasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-purrcast.md) - [Humorous Cat Collectables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tired-cats-gachapon.md)