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Monday, July 20, 2020

The Hachi Chronicle

Hachi had another great week. Watching him open up, ask for affection, be playful, and be confident - all normal things for most dogs - fills my heart. I didn't realize how shut down he was previously until he began to change. I think that he is happier than he's ever been.
During the day, he sometimes comes to me to request affection or play. He and I have lots of spontaneous fun. It used to be that I had to work hard to draw him out of his shell. Not anymore.

One of his favorite things in the world, just as it's always been, is playing with his sister in wide open fields. They both play with utter abandon. We are still having some trouble finding times when the trail system near us is quiet enough for them to play - but we have a plan to improve that situation.
I love when I have a happy report about Hachi. We love him.
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23 comments:

  1. easyweimaranerJuly 20, 2020 at 3:07 AM

    that are great news... and we hope you will always find a big place for the two where thy can run and play

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  2. Yamini MacLeanJuly 20, 2020 at 3:14 AM

    Hari OM
    Oh the joy... YAM xx

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  3. Tama-Chan, Benny, Vidock, Violette, Ollie, Heloise, Momo, RyuJuly 20, 2020 at 4:24 AM

    This is such wonderful news! Enjoy every moment, Hachi!

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  4. DukeJuly 20, 2020 at 4:25 AM

    We love hearing wonderful news and we love seeing you so happy playing with Shyla, Hachi!

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  5. Millie and WalterJuly 20, 2020 at 8:03 AM

    It makes us happy to hear Hachi is doing so well. We can tell how much he and Shyla love to play together. It's our favorite activity too.

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  6. Brian's Home BlogJuly 20, 2020 at 8:11 AM

    We really do love seeing that happy and romping Hachi!

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  7. MadSnapperJuly 20, 2020 at 8:12 AM

    So happy to hear another positive report from happy boy Hachi

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  8. WFT NobbyJuly 20, 2020 at 9:01 AM

    Who wouldn't love a Happy Hachi report?

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  9. SandeeJuly 20, 2020 at 9:15 AM

    It's good when all is well. Hachi has come a long way and so have you and the other pups. It's a group effort.

    Have a fabulous day and week. Scritches to the pups. ♥

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  10. MaebemeJuly 20, 2020 at 9:19 AM

    The joy Hachi displays is evident, even to a non-dog person like myself. I suffered a severe bite from a dog several years ago and now I'm extremely nervous around most dogs, especially big ones. But I sure enjoy seeing the photos of your fur babies!

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  11. AnonymousJuly 20, 2020 at 10:08 AM

    he finally has a real home where he is loved and valued!
    and he's learning he can trust that.
    bless all of you! XO

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  12. Tails Around the RanchJuly 20, 2020 at 11:03 AM

    And we are the happy recipients of seeing your happy boy. 😊

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  13. 24 Paws of LoveJuly 20, 2020 at 12:01 PM

    I am so glad that the medicine is working for Hachi! I could never bring myself to take that road with Brut. Just wasn't an option for us and we did it the hard way. lol

    Glad you took that chance and it is working for both of you. (((HUGS)))

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  14. lexitheschnauzerJuly 20, 2020 at 1:08 PM

    It's so wonderful he is actually initiating the play and attention now!

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  15. At Home In New ZealandJuly 20, 2020 at 1:32 PM

    We once had a cat (named Nelson) who was very similar to Hachi - he finally (with a lot of work) came round to accepting the two of us but never adapted to other people or strange situations. We still loved him though :)

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  16. My Mind's EyeJuly 20, 2020 at 1:38 PM

    I love seeing them playing like nobody is watching BUTT we are thanks to you
    Hugs cecilia

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  17. Danny ScottJuly 20, 2020 at 2:37 PM

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  18. ♥♥ The OP Pack ♥♥July 20, 2020 at 3:12 PM

    Yay for another great week for Hachi. We bet Shyla gives him confidence and comfort.

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  19. The Adventures of the LLB GangJuly 20, 2020 at 3:57 PM

    Wahoo, so happy to hear Hachi had such a good week!!

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  20. Ruby Rose and the Big Little Angels 3July 20, 2020 at 8:50 PM

    I doubt her would have done as well at another home.

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  21. RubyJuly 20, 2020 at 9:37 PM

    OMD, that is FABulous news! And that photo says it all!
    Kisses,
    Ruby ♥

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  22. My GBGV LifeJuly 22, 2020 at 4:47 AM

    Such great news, more and more positive reports. That guy deserves to be happy!

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  23. jank1961July 22, 2020 at 3:27 PM

    This is so great to hear! ♥♥
    Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets

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