Tohoku Nozomi Kennel

10/30/2024

It's playtime! I want to chase squirrels, but I am not good at climbing these bog trees! Kuro has been learning to chase a ball, but he hasn't quite figured out bringing it back yet. Waji loves fetch, and he gets to play lots with Tall Person, but it is hard to get an unblurred photo. It is much easier when he is playing inside with his Kong, but he also plays outside.
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10/18/2024

I am waiting. Throw the ball again! But wrestle it out of my mouth please.

Waji is a good boy enjoying some of his favorite sport. Catch the Kong, and make it hard to take it back! It is hard to get a good in focus photo, because he is constantly throwing his head to play the game.
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10/13/2024

Bath day is not too bad. But the noisy dryer is a little bit too much. I have my cute snood though, so I can be adorable and dry off without stress... mostly.
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10/13/2024

It's fun and exciting outside, although lately the mosquitoes have been VERY aggressive! We get to see our friend Tobi and his owner, every time Tall Person comes home from work is the best time of day too. But when Small Person asks us to focus for a photo, that is not part of our job description. 😆
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10/11/2024

Update: He's been found! And back with us! Thanks to everyone who helped share, look for him, and posted his location!! 🙆🏻‍♀️🙏🏻🙇🏻‍♀️🥹

‼️ MISSING DOG ‼️

Leif escaped from his sitter's house located in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Seattle early this morning.

He will likely not let people approach him, though he may react to his name. If spotted, please report his location to us. We're coming back tomorrow morning and will be roaming the neighborhood by car and foot - please continue reporting any sightings in the meantime so that we can be sure we're looking in the right place! Thank you to everyone who has shared, searched, and kept an eye out so far 🙇🏻‍♀️!

Please share and contact the number of the post or DM me or .log if you have any information 🙏🏻.

10/08/2024

🐾 Got Questions About the Hokkaido Ken? 🐾

Hi everyone! 👋🏼

HANA is here to answer any questions you might have about this incredible breed! 🐕 Whether you're considering adding a Hokkaido Ken to your family or just curious about what life with one is like, we're happy to share our experiences and knowledge.

Wondering about their temperament, exercise needs, or how they fit into family life? Maybe you have questions about their grooming, training, or how they adapt to different environments? Whatever it is, we're here to help!

Drop your questions below, and let's talk all things Hokkaido Ken! 🐾❤️

10/07/2024

It's Mani-Pedi time! I am taking it easy this time, and getting pampered by Tall Person and Small Person too. Along with doing my nails, I get head massages and snacks. Also, don't judge, but I like nice inner thigh scratchies too. Sometimes you just have to Treat Yo Self and live the good life. 😸
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10/02/2024

Hi everyone! Sorry for the lack of updates. We had a BIG storm, and it made a big mess. But things are getting back to normal for us, and we even got to start walking together again. One day we will surely pull a sled together, but I think we need to figure out who gets to be the leader first. And maybe we need to find some snow too... 🤔
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09/26/2024

Hi Guys, It's me Waji! There is a biiig storm coming starting today, so we needed to get out and play before the rain and the thunder came! Not Pokku though. She said comfy chairs are better than playing with boys, and she will just hold it if the rain is too much.
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09/23/2024

Here are some cute photos of the Tozomi Puppers! Pokku is always happy to be a snuggle pup. Waji is a Toy Boy! Playing catch and wrestling with tough toys is his favorite activity. And Kuro is just happy to be a Goodboy and smile for the camera... at least when he's hanging out with Tall Person at the office.
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09/20/2024

Pokku and Kuro had a hot date! Hopefully we will have more news about how it went in a few weeks.
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08/28/2024

And once again, at the end of summer, it is The Time of Pants! My pants, as much as I wish I didn't have to wear them when I am indoors, are at least cute. And it's important to be cute!
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07/29/2024

It's a good day! Today it was supposed to rain aaalll day, and hasn't even rained once so far. It is really humid though. 💦 But the sun is shining, and the it's good time for a walk with our favorite friends, and maybe a little tussle. Pokku didn't want to go outside though, and is enjoying AC on the sofa instead.
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07/17/2024

"There's a Stranger! Everyone LOOK!"

Free or Natural stacks. And the incredibly rare Triple Amazon Guy Stack, when the Amazon delivery guy perfectly catches all three dogs attention. Unfortunately Pokku looks terrible, having lost most of her coat now. Waji is looking a bit scraggly too, but has only lost a little bit. But look how handsome Kuro is! He's looking and feeling wonderful. We started a gut biome restoration, and it seems to be working well so far. He no longer takes most supplements and additives to his food, and his portion has been reduced to normal, and he is still maintaining a healthy weight. We will know how well it has worked for sure once we retest his gut health in a few weeks.
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06/28/2024

Miss Kitty from across the street is a very confident cat, but she will only very rarely let Pokku approach her. I don't let either of the boys get too close though, because Cats are not potential friends to them.

"I'm a good girl and lay down so I don't look big and scary, like I was taught way back when. But I still think it would probably be fun to chase Miss Kitty though. 🤔" -Pokku

What's that coming up the road!? It's TOBI!! We're all excited to see him and his Person.

"This time I laid down to be small for Tobi, but also I could do a crouch pounce too... if I wanted... Because those are fun.😛" -Waji

"Crouch Pouncing is for when you play with me and Kuro! Tobi is too small." -Pokku

"... What else is coming down the road...?" -Kuro

Do you guys see? Kuro is at full weight and looking so good these days. He also pulls like a freight Train, and stops like a stubborn mule sometimes. We are so glad he's so healthy now. ⭐💯 Also Tall Person found a really cool clock with Kuro and Waji programmed on it. It's so Cute!
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06/24/2024

Today was Vet Day! It's not our favorite place, but it is great for getting LOTS of Good Boy and Good Girl treats! Waji is still pretty nervous about scary vet people, but I was a Good Girl and showed Waji how being brave and calm makes it easy, and means more delicious treatos! But of course, the office is full of echoes and I like to shout too, so I was not the quietest girl, even though I was otherwise being good! I was definitely good

Waji and I both got vaccinated, (one of them in the snoot!) and I had my teeth checked and got my heart listened to. Then we got all our extra special liver treats and went home. It has been a pretty good day. Too bad for Kuro, he missed out.
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06/20/2024

We are the Three Amigos! But our favorite Amigo is Tall Person! He is so much fun. When the weather is nice and not too hot, we get to stop and lounge together for a while and enjoy the breeze. It's worth it for giving kisses and wrestling.
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06/13/2024

It's me, Waji! Our neighbors are so much fun! Tiny Neighbor and her Sister are so easy to reach up and give kisses. Plus they are always happy to see us and give us neck scritches and pets. Their Momma also brings Tobi over to visit as well. Pokku says she is too busy to come over, but really I think she is still just shy.

"I'm not shy! I just need to catch a chipmunk. I saw it go down this hole, you know." 🫣 -Pokku
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06/11/2024

Konnichiwa Minna-san! Kuroro desu. こんにちはみなさん！クロロてす。Today was a little good and a little bad. I have been doing super good practicing Sit and having fun with the others, but today I accidentally stepped on a bee! Ouch ouch OUCH! My foot hurt so bad. But after a good inspection and an antihistamine, I am doing just fine. Also, my People did an Embark Gut Health test for me last month, and today my results came in. It turns out I was struggling with tummy troubles because I have some bad bacteria in my guts. Now I know what needs to be fixed so I can be in the best health. On a side note, I am now a stable weight at just about 40lb 18kg! I feel so much better and I look good too, if I say so myself. 😉
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06/09/2024

We all went out to a nice park this weekend to meet a fellow Hokkaidoken fan. We had lots of fun walking, sniffing, and lots of pooping! Waji and Kuro were great Spokesdogs! Pokku was very cute and also very shouty while she took treats. The boys also got baths this weekends, although only Waji got photos. He turned into a Foxy Muppet during towel time.
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05/29/2024

Minna-san Konnichiwa, Kurorou desu. みなさんこんにちは、クロロです！Waji is my best friend. We do almost everything together. Even p*e time.² But until recently I did not understand how to Sit. Maybe Small Person should say 座ってください？But since I am finally feeling better and very healthy now³ ⁴, I have been learning Sit!⁵ ⁶ We play games with my toys and I get to have fun while I learn. Waji already knows Sit, and he has been going to class to learn other things.⁹ I thought he already knew how to stand and walk!? But he says he gets good snacks in return. He still isn't comfortable with strange people touching him without permission though. I am also a little shy about strangers too. But we will keep working hard. Learning is fun!
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05/25/2024

Hey friends! It's been a little while since we shared with you. Talk Person and Small Person have been a little busy, but they still got some fun photos. We thought we would share what it is like out together. We three are good friends! Pokku likes to dance and try to entice yhe boys to play battle. Waji and Kuro always walk together and really like collecting sticks. But if the weather is nice and something interesting is going on, we all like to sit and watch the world go by.
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05/19/2024

I almost caught a squirrel the other day! It was sitting in the street where it could get hit by a car, so I snuck up on it, then chased it up a tree to be safe. But I missed my squirrel friend! I adopted this squirrel bebbie instead. Now I sing it songs and carry it with me. Occasionally I drop it off the sofa if it's being too naughty, but I expect Small Person to pick it up and give it back right away. And when I'm tired I go to my own comfy bed and I lie on top of my squirrel so it doesn't escape. I think I will call it Ritchi.

Small Person: Pokku, that squirrel is not your baby. You only get to keep it as long as you don't destroy it or eat it. But feel free to keep doing cute things. (Plus I have about 10 more if that one falls apart.)

*** The boys' adventures will be posted later.
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05/09/2024

Sigh… we pointed out this change last summer, largely to deaf ears. Now it has come to pass, and the damage will probably be harsh for the at-risk and endangered breeds. The best time to start socializing puppies to their new homes is in around 8-12 weeks. By 6 months an unsocialized pup is going to be closing itself off to changes. It won’t handle new experiences, and all the training it will have missed when it could learn and absorb earlier, will be a huge impediment. This adversely affects breeders of endangered breeds everywhere. Without a broader literal world of conservation homes to place puppies in, they simply won’t be able to produce the needed puppies to keep the breed going, and those looking for new blood/expanded genetics will have a much more difficult time gaining access.

Note: we are not at all against Health and Safety restrictions for dogs and pets coming into the country from high risk and/or rabies endemic countries. But there is no actual benefit to restricting puppies from low risk or rabies free countries. This directly adversely effects the sociability of any young dog that is imported, adversely impacts the costs for both the importer and exporter, since a puppy is much smaller to ship, and breeders will now have to house the pup for at least 4 months longer than they normally would. It also, and perhaps most importantly adversely affects families that are trying to bring their pets home. This is especially problematic for expats and military families, and may, depending on restrictions, also affect service and working animals as well.

Starting on August 1, all dogs entering the U.S. (including those that left the U.S. and are returning, and regardless of the country they are coming from) must be:
• healthy upon arrival
• at least 6 months of age
• microchipped
• accompanied by a CDC Dog Import Form receipt and required vaccination and veterinary documents.

Additional requirements may apply depending on where the dog has been in the last 6 months and whether or not the dog was vaccinated in the United States.

Use CDC’s Q&A tool (the CDC “DogBot”) to determine what rules apply to your dog: https://bit.ly/2rww2bq