About Kumusta Pusa
Philosophy
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Kumusta Pusa believes in the power of connection and culture.
Inspired by the Filipino spirit of warmth, resilience, and joy, Kumusta Pusa loves making friends and embodies a love for heritage and a playful approach to life.
Her philosophy is simple: celebrate where you come from, stay curious, and greet every day (and everyone) with a heart full of kindness.
As the main character of the “Kumusta Pusa Loves” children’s book series, her purr'pose is to inspire a sense of culture and happiness, one paw print at a time.
Promoting childhood literacy and cultural awareness.
Mission and Vision.
Mission Statement
Meow meow, friends! My mission is to spread kindness and a love for Filipino culture, one paw print at a time. I believe in sharing stories that connect us, celebrating where we come from, and inspiring curiosity in every heart I meet. Through every page, I pounce with joy, kindness, and a big love for heritage, because that’s the Filipino way!
Vision
I dream of a world where kindness leads the way and every child feels proud of their roots, excited to learn about others, and eager to share smiles. With each paw print, I hope to create connections, celebrate cultures, and build a brighter, friendlier world. Together, let’s explore, share, and grow with warmth, resilience, and joy—because life is purr-fect when we’re kind to one another!
Notes: The simple translation of Kumusta Pusa is generically "Hello Cat" which is linguistically accurate (or literally, "How are you, cat"). However, The polite respectful form of this phrase in Tagalog would be “Pusa, Kumusta po.” We used our creative license to shorten this phrase to “Kumusta Pusa.” A way to greet someone or to start a conversation is to simply say, Kumusta ka?” As in exchanging pleasantries with a friend, or someone you just met, such as ”How’s it going?” or "Howzit?" why not drop a "Kumusta ka po?" Kumusta Pusa loves starting a conversation by using the local language and making new friends, mga kaibigan.
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In loving Memory
We are longtime cat lovers and part of the kitten distribution system, IYKYK. We dedicate this page to our dearly beloved cats that have crossed the "Rainbow Bridge" 🌈 Kitty, Ku'ulei, and Kainoa.
Get to Know Your Favorite Pusang Pinoy - Puspin
Meet Kumusta Pusa
1. First Piece of Merchandise: Plush Toy
2. Anthropomorphic white cat/Puspin
3. DOB: April 20
4. Kapamilya/Family:
- Tatay Pusa
- Nanay Pusa
- Kuya Pusa - older brother
- Inday Pusa - younger sister
- Kuting Pusa - younger brother “Buko”
- Tim-Tim Pusa - kapatid
- Cutikuti - pinsan kitten @cutikuti
5. Lived in Waipahu, O’ahu Island - Hawaii
6. Favorite Filipino food: kinilaw, sinigang
7. Height: Mangosteen tree high
8. Hobby: Learning the Kulintang, Traveling, and Foodie
9. Favorite gesture: Shaka
10. Favorite color: Pink
11. Best feature: Long Eyelashes and smile
12. Pet: Butiki (lizard)
13. Dream job: Pilot and Cultural Ambassador
14. Favorite greeting: "Meow’buhay!"
15. Collects Vinyl Toys - Quiccs, 7Sketches, Funko
16. Proudly wears Philippine woven textiles
17. Loves Videoke
18. Favorite Musician(s): Olivia Rodrigo, Bruno Mars
19. Loves to Budots and Surf
20. Favorite subject: Anthropology, Geography
21. Dream car: Jeepney, Lamborghini Aventador
22. Loves making friends around the world
23. Styled by Elle Karayan @ellekarayan
23. Kumusta Pusa Kaibigan (Friends)
- Rooster-Manok: King Ran
- Visayan Leopard Cat: Masi
- Water Buffalo-Kalabaw: Laki
- Tarsier - Tara
- Philippine Eagle: Lang Lang
- Asian Palm Civet-Musang: Manga
- Turtle-Pagong: Gongster
- Street Dog -Askal (Aso ng Kalye): Kali
24. Purr'kada - Puspin (Pusang Pinoy) Pals
- Saya-Saya
- Bebe
Filipino heritage & cultural connection.
Children's Book Series Updates
Meow'buhay! The Kumusta Pusa Loves Activity Book has been printed and awaiting shipment. You can also learn more about the Kumusta Pusa Loves Children's Book Series here. The first book in the series will be available by Flores de Mayo 2025.