Hikari arrived at our Maine home on November 27, 2011. This image is from her first week with us. She passed away peacefully on August 17.
Category Archives: Our Newfoundlands
12 Years
Our Newfoundland Hikari turned 12 years old this year. That is a very good age for this breed that has an average life expectancy of 10. We often take her to a local park where she can watch the activities, including the other dogs out for a walk. Click on the image for a larger view.
Relaxed
Hikari having her afternoon nap. Click on the image for a larger view.
Drool
Drool is an occupational hazard for any Newfoundland owner. Fortunately, females like Hikari don’t actually drool that badly for the breed. Click on the image for a larger view.
Kai
We lost Kai nine years ago on August 19th. 2011 marked our first winter together in Maine. Click on the image for a larger view.
Sleeping Dogs Lie
Hikari sleeping. Click on the image for a larger view.
Life at Home
Kansas City has a stay-in-place order for the Covid-19 response to increase social distancing. Hikari, our Newfoundland, certainly has been happier with both her parents around. We hope our readers are safe and not impacted too much by this pandemic. Click on the image for a larger view.
Attention
Hikari is nine this year and well into her senior years. She still has a puppy face and youthful inquisitiveness—she has just spotted another dog on one of her walks in the picture above. She is certainly enjoying city life. Click on the image for a larger view.
Happy 2018
We wish you a wonderful and prosperous New Year!
2018 is the year of the dog by the Japanese calendar.
All fine traits of human nature are found in people born in this year.
Duty, loyalty, and honesty makes them do their best in relationships with others.
Click on the image to see a larger image of Hikari, our Newfoundland.
Adorable Snow Monster
We woke to a snow storm this morning. When an ill wind blows cold and long, strange things can be seen. It is wise never to venture too far from far from home. Continue reading
