The Crying Cat meme, often referred to as Schmuserkadser, features images of cats with glassy, tear-filled eyes photoshopped onto their faces to convey deep sadness or distress. The trend gained significant traction around 2014 and has since become a universal symbol for relatable disappointment or 'first-world problems.' By blending the cuteness of a feline with an exaggeratedly tragic human expression, the meme allows users to humorously express vulnerability. It is frequently used on social media platforms like Twitter and Reddit to react to everything from running out of snacks to finishing a beloved TV series, making it one of the most versatile reaction images in internet history.