Kona's Loving Paws

08/02/2025

✨ Congratulations, Dr. Clare! ✨
We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate the arrival of your beautiful baby boy.
Meet Cooper, 7 lbs of pure love, freshly hatched and already stealing hearts 💛

Your Kona’s Loving Paws family is bursting with joy for you.
Wishing you endless snuggles, sweet moments, and all the happiness in this new chapter. 💫👶💐

Welcome to the world, little Cooper. You are already so deeply loved. 🤎

07/30/2025

🌿 Wellness Wednesday
Hydration Tips for Senior Pets 💧🐾

As pets age, their sense of thirst can diminish—making dehydration a real risk, especially during warmer months or when certain medical conditions are present.

Here are some gentle ways to help your senior pet stay well-hydrated:

🧊 Offer fresh water in multiple spots around the home – Especially near their favorite resting areas.
🧼 Clean water bowls daily – Seniors can be more sensitive to odors and bacteria.
💦 Try a pet water fountain – The sound and movement often encourage more drinking.
🥣 Incorporate moisture-rich foods – Adding water or broth to kibble or offering wet food can make a big difference.
👀 Watch for signs of dehydration – Lethargy, dry gums, sunken eyes, or decreased appetite may all be signs.

💛 Supporting hydration not only helps kidney function and joint health—it’s a small act of care that can make a big impact.

07/21/2025

🌈 Memory Monday: Piper
From an abandoned kitten in Chicago to a legend in our home—Piper lived 17 unforgettable years. She escaped carriers, defied vet visits, and survived a broken pelvis with fierce determination. She passed peacefully at home, on her own terms, just minutes before Kona’s Loving Paws arrived.

We hope you're snuggled up and at ease now, sweet girl. The vet techs still talk about you—and so will we. 💛
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Goodbye to Piper, Our little abandoned kitten from Chicago. She had a well-known fear of vets, including an epic jailbreak from her carrier during a COVID year drop-off. Staring down traffic on a busy boulevard but turning back to be captured by the army of vet techs that came pouring out of the off...

07/16/2025

🌿 Wellness Wednesday: Comfort Measures for Senior Pets 🐾

As our beloved companions grow older, their needs change. The way we care for them should change too. One of the kindest things we can do is focus on comfort and ease during their golden years.

Here are a few gentle ways to support your senior pet’s well-being:

🛏️ Soft, Supportive Bedding
Orthopedic beds can help ease joint pain and pressure, especially for pets with arthritis or mobility issues.

🍲 Easy to Digest Nutrition
Senior pets often benefit from diets tailored to their age. Soft, high-quality food can make mealtime both easier and more enjoyable.

🐾 Traction and Accessibility
Non-slip rugs, pet ramps, or stairs can make moving around safer and less stressful for your aging pet.

👐 Gentle Touch and Reassurance
Never underestimate the power of your presence. Calm, loving attention helps soothe anxiety and supports emotional health.

At Kona’s Loving Paws, we believe that comfort is a vital part of care, especially at the end of life. If you're ever unsure how to make your pet more comfortable at home, we’re here to help.

❤️ Because every moment with them is precious.

07/15/2025

💛 Heartfelt Notes – Tuesday
During one of the most difficult times, we had the honor of supporting Kylo and his loving family.

With his brother and his family by his side, Dr. Bowers helped guide Kylo gently across the Rainbow Bridge, surrounded by love and peace.

We are deeply grateful to have been there in his final moments, and our hearts remain with his family as they remember their beautiful boy.

Thank you for trusting us, and thank you, Kylo, for the love you shared.

07/14/2025

🌈 Memory Monday
Today, we remember Milan Aho, a sweet and gentle soul who filled her family's life with love, comfort, and quiet companionship.

As her family said goodbye, they surrounded her with the same love she had given them all these years. She passed peacefully at home, in the place where she felt safest.

To Milan's family, thank you for giving her such a beautiful life. She will always be remembered with love. 💛

First and foremost. Thank you for making this day special for our family and Milan. The day was difficult but every minute of the process was peaceful. Milan was given her name bc of the dominant “M” on her head! She was feisty, sweet and adventurous but most of all she was my protector and loya...

07/09/2025

🌿 Wellness Wednesday 🌿
Caring for Our Senior Pets 🐾

As our beloved companions grow older, their needs begin to change just like ours do. Senior pets often require a little extra attention, patience, and love to keep them comfortable and happy in their golden years. 💛

Here are a few gentle reminders for caring for your senior dog or cat:

✔️ Regular vet checkups help with early detection of health concerns
✔️ Soft bedding can ease joint pain and provide added comfort
✔️ Make food and water easily accessible if mobility is a challenge
✔️ Provide gentle walks and mental stimulation to keep them active and engaged
✔️ Keep an eye on subtle changes in appetite, bathroom habits, or behavior that may need attention

Every day with them is a gift, and your love is the greatest comfort they know. 💕

07/08/2025

We take a quiet moment to honor the deep love shared between families and their beloved pets. 💛 Whether it's through a few simple words or a beautiful memory, these heartfelt notes remind us of the lasting impact our companions leave behind.

Their paws may no longer walk beside us, but their love continues to guide us - gently, endlessly, and forever. 🐾

If you’ve written a note or shared a memory about your pet, know that it’s seen, felt, and deeply appreciated. 💬✨

07/07/2025

🌈 Memory Monday 🌈

Today, we pause to remember the beloved companions who’ve touched our hearts and left paw prints on our souls. 🐾
Though they may no longer be by our side, their love continues to live on in every memory, every quiet moment, and every wag or purr we’ll never forget.

We honor their lives, their love, and the joy they brought into our homes. 💛
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I'm not very good at story telling, but we do appreciate you so much for giving us this end of life service. Dr. Rikh was amazing. She made all of us feel as comfortable as possible during our difficult time. D**k's pain was taken away, and he passed on to his next journey peacefully. We thank you f...

07/02/2025

🌿 Wellness Wednesday 🌿
Honoring the Bond: Mindful Moments with Your Senior Pet

As our pets grow older, their energy may slow but the depth of their love only grows stronger. The senior years are a sacred time, filled with quiet connection and a deeper bond that’s been built over a lifetime.

Take a moment today to pause and simply be with your aging companion. Whether it's sitting beside them in the sun, gently brushing their fur, or whispering familiar words they've always known these small, mindful moments are everything to them.

There is no need to rush. Just your presence brings them comfort.
They may not chase toys the way they once did, but their heart still leaps every time you're near.

💛 Honor the bond.
💛 Be present in the now.
💛 And treasure the golden moments that are still unfolding.

07/01/2025

🌸 Testimony Tuesday 🌸

“I am beyond grateful for Kona's Loving Paws…”

When it came time to say goodbye, this loving family chose to honor their sweet girl’s journey with peace, comfort, and dignity right at home. 💕 Dr. Clare gently guided them through each step, allowing space for grief, memories, and love.

From compassionate care to the thoughtful return of her ashes in a beautiful urn, it was truly a farewell filled with grace. 🐾✨

We’re deeply honored to have been there during such a tender moment. Thank you for trusting us. 💛

07/01/2025

Today, we remember the sweet and beautiful Tw***ie, a cherished Calico who filled her family’s life with love, warmth, and a little mischief, especially when food was involved. 🍽️🐾

Tw***ie joined her family in 2011 when the kids were just 6, 8, and 10. Through the years, she remained a constant presence, always nearby, always attentive, always part of the heart of the home. Whether curling up beside her human during workdays or making sure she was in the room with whoever had a snack, she made sure her love was always felt.

When the time came to say goodbye, her family chose to honor her journey with peace and dignity at home. Surrounded by love, chirping birds, and the people who had loved her for so many years, Tw***ie crossed the rainbow bridge in the comfort of her own patio.

We are deeply honored to have supported Tw***ie and her family during such a tender moment. Her memory will forever remain a part of their home and hearts. 💛🌸

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