Swole Doge refers to a photoshopped image of the famous Shiba Inu 'Doge' (Kabosu) superimposed onto a muscular human body. While variations appeared as early as 2019, the character peaked in popularity in mid-2020 as part of the 'Swole Doge vs. Cheems' comparison format. This template is widely used to contrast the perceived strength or competence of things from the past against their modern counterparts. It has become a staple of internet culture, symbolizing resilience and the 'Chad' archetype within the Doge cinematic universe.