The DOGS token, inspired by the mascot Spotty designed by TON founder Pavel Durov for the Telegram community, embodies the unique spirit and culture of the Telegram ecosystem. As of 2025, DOGS has established itself as a leading meme token on the TON blockchain, ranking in the top 50 cryptocurrencies by market cap. The ecosystem has expanded significantly, featuring DOGS 2.0 protocol with enhanced staking, DeFi integrations across multiple chains, and a community governance system. DOGS now supports NFT collections, gaming integrations, and cross-chain functionality, with Gate providing comprehensive trading support and improved liquidity options.