Mele Nahiku

Our sweet dog and loyal companion Kahana passed away yesterday.  We spent two weeks trying to nurse her back to health, but knew in our hearts that she might not make it.  She was diagnosed with advanced heartworm, and we went through our emotions ranging from guilt to regret that we didn’t do more to give her a long and healthy life.  We do know, though, that she had a lovely life here on the farm.  Her days were spent outside, basking in the sunshine or dozing in the shade, and she was always on patrol, keeping her family safe.  We know that she was a content dog, loyal yet independent.  What an intelligent being she was, seeming to understand our emotions and words.

We will miss her so much.  She was a big part of our life, an important family member.  We have learned some things from her death, and hope to give our young dog Koa much affection and care for a long life.  Animals are such a part of our life here on the farm, and we always respect them and their living and dying here.  Kahana was a one of a kind dog, and she will be greatly missed.  Let’s hope she is bounding through fields, full of energy and joy…chasing mongoose…eating all her favorite foods, like avocados, coconut, raw beef, and bones….We want her happy and at peace.  We loved this dog…She was so unique.