Tohoku Nozomi Kennel

07/26/2026

I haven't posted for a minute, because I have been getting a little rest. Although Mina and Pokku got into something and ended up with upset tummies. But the time of joy and sadness has come and gone. Mina's beautiful puppies have all gone to their new families now. The brindle girl is called Kuma now. The red girl is called Momiji, and the Black & Tan was always called Raikou. I am so happy for them having wonderful new families. I hope they keep me updated on how they keep growing. I will certainly miss them otherwise.
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06/26/2026

The Puppies are almost 10 weeks old. They have had 2 rounds of shots and are doing great. They have gotten to play in the grass and tried on their new collars and leads. We also got 2 out of 3 DNA reports back. So far we're doing well. Momiji-chan, our red girl, has tested CEA clear. And Raikou-kun, our black tan boy, only carries one gene for CEA. Fingers crossed for our brindle wild child, Hanabi-chan. Also, filming puppies is really hard! 😭

05/30/2026

Us pretty puppies had our first car ride, and our first vet visit! The car ride was pretty relaxing and we mostly slept, but the vet visit was a little bit concerning. Do not recommend the thermometers, but everything else was Ok. We are all healthy, perfect, and perfectly behaved pups! We didn't piddle anywhere at all. Do not believe anyone who tells you otherwise. We are 6 weeks old now, and the bestest Hokkaido-ken pups in the USA, right now!
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05/26/2026

It's a Pupdate! We're all 5 weeks old and growing like weeds! This weekend our world got bigger and better with lots of new toys and space to run and play. Even Mina-Mama plays with us, and it is so much fun. Food is becoming more interesting too, although we still prefer milk. But Mama doesn't like our sharp teeth so much, so we have to learn to be more careful. Miss Red, may still be looking for her forever home, so if you think you could be interested in a Hokkaido-ken, please message here or on Gooddog with an application.

Pokku, Waji and Kuro are doing fine. They play outside, but Tall Person and Small Person are a bit tired and don't get as many photos of them.

05/12/2026

The pups are three weeks old and growing like little sprouts! Their eyes and ears are opened and they are taking in the world now. Mina is doing great as a Mama, although she is already growing tired of the shenanigans. One they're really mobile all heck will break loose.
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04/29/2026

Puppy Spam Day! Mina has been an excellent Mama! The puppies are all growing well and getting cuter and cuter.
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04/25/2026

On April 24 at the 23rd hour, Mina had two baby girls, Red, and Brindle! And on April 25, shortly after the start of the day, she had, a big healthy black and tan boy. Mina did a very good job and is being an excellent Mama!
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04/18/2026

We're roughly a week out! Mina is showing a bit of a baby bump now. She is doing well too. Can you see how many pups? Also one cute shot of Pokku and Mina sharing a chair for once. They will be separated shortly though.
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04/09/2026

I got something unexpected in the mail the other day. I started crying. I am really not deserving of this. I will work harder now. Thank you to the National Treasure Hokkaido Dog Conservation Society. You can see the english translation and also how much Pokku cares in the other photos. (Sorry for the reoriented English image. It is hard to read if I don't turn it.)
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04/08/2026

There is new National Treasure Hokkaido Dog Conservation Society registered kennel in America! It is the original Japanese Breed Club. (You can call it the Hokkaido Ken Hozonkai.) Please give your support to Komainu Sou Hokkaido Ken. https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572103465016

Small time kennel located in St clair county, focused on preserving the Hokkaido Ken
Registered with the Hokkaido Ken Hozonkai