High fashion pug.
Innerwear as outerwear.
Louging about with with sis.
Hanging with dad.
Lulu reflects on that fourth act turn.
Hey. Move! HEY! MOOOOVE!!!
Suji has a modeling gig this Friday. Wish her luck!
February 24, 2019: Suji Sunday!
Always trying to figure you out.
That look when she gets an idea for that new script.
Too much tongue for that tiny mouth.
Always down for a pajama party.
Pondering the secrets of the universe.
Bet you can’t do – THIS!
January 27, 2019: Suji Sunday!
Super chill.
Toasty warm.
From therapy dog, to in-therapy dog…
Hard to believe that when we first got her, Suji needed a wheelchair to get around. Now, even though she and Lulu get a lift to the park, she’s a dedicated walker. And if we’re ever late for her morning or evening walks, she let us know it!
Inspired by Tidying Up with Marie Kondo, Lulu and I look to clean up her toy box…
November 18, 2018: Suji Sunday!
Transitioning into her winter wardrobe.
Keeping those ears toasty warm!
The latest addition to the coffee cup cap collection!
The many faces of Sujiko.
Ohhhmmmmmmmmm.
October 28, 2018: Suji Sunday!
Hmmmm. This could be a problem. Whenever I’m working, Suji has to be sitting up on the couch as well, pressed up against me. At night, she’s on the bed, also pressed up against me when she sleeps. Apparently, when I leave the house or am gone for a while, she paces anxiously and, when I come through the door on my return, she absolutely loses it.
I am already feeling guilty about being away for her for nine whole days when we travel to Japan at the end of November.
Out for Hong Kong waffles…
Look at her ears go!
October 21, 2018: Suji Sunday!
So, what has our cantankerous senior been up to?
Relaxing in her jimmy jams.
Making popcorn.
Quality time with mom.
Out and about.
Hitting the road with sister Lulu.
Some final thoughts from Lulu…
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October 14, 2018: Suji Sunday! With special guest star Lulu!
You know what day it is? Yeah! It’s Suji Sunday!
All smiles.
Free tummy rubs!
A sneak peek shot from her photo shoot for Rover Boutique.
Suji models the outfit she got from auntie Andria.
Lulu tries on her matching outfit – but doesn’t quite succeed.
Lulu hits the showers!
What’s going on with your feet?
The Suji Show!
Quelle excitation! A few days ago, Suji got the first-page feature in a Japanese dog magazine. The Aiken No Tomo profile offered insight into her past (rescued a little over a year and a half ago), ailments (some rear leg weakness), likes (treats and walks), dislikes (vacuum cleaners and loud noises), and her Instagram page (newoldpugsuji).
At the same time, she was being spotlighted as part of a dog rescue pop-up event in at one of the major Shinjuku department stores.
Spotlight on the dogs!
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Sujiko Incorporated!
Holy smokes, this dog is in demand! Our rescue pug, Suji, is 13 and busier than ever. Read more
March 19, 2018: The Almost Animated Adventures of Suji!
December 2, 2017: Our one year anniversary with Suji!
Yep. One year ago today we took in a special needs senior. She came with her own wheelchair. She mostly got around by pulling herself by her front legs, dragging her back legs behind her. She was quiet, gentle, and kept to herself.
A lot has changed in twelve months…
Suji arrives in Toronto.
Arriving home to meet the rest of the gang.
Building up those leg muscles with hydrotherapy.
Looking cool at her laser therapy session.
Riding around in her chariot.
Working up those hind leg muscles.
She loves her walks so much that, if 10 a.m. rolls around and we haven’t taken her out, she’ll sit at your feet and bark until you put her tiny socks and booties on.
Surprisingly, she seems to enjoy the cold weather and loves snow. While Lulu needs to be forced to go out, Suji needs to be forced to come back in.
Cantankerous!
Her wardrobe is more expansive than Akemi’s.
Motoring!
She’s settled in quite nicely.
Thanks to the Pacific Pug Rescue for sending her our way!
Follow Suji on instagram: @newoldpugsuji
November 23, 2017: This ‘n That!
Quick, get in! Next stop = Slumber Land!
Hey, if you’re thinking of making our dogs new outfits, Akemi offers up the following doggy measurements. I think she does a fairly good job of capturing Suji’s trademark wide-eyed wonder, and Lulu’s general furtiveness.
Who feels like kaka for dinner? Pardon me? Happened across this sign for a new Japanese restaurant a little while ago. Debatable name aside, not sure how a restaurant that has yet to open can claim to be the “No. 1 rated all-you-can-eat sushi in Toronto”. Who voted? Time-traveling nigiri-enthusiasts from the future?
I’m sure we can all agree that, next to politics and religion, there is no subject more controversial than marzipan. Its mere mention will incite a tirade so impassioned from my former writing partner you’d think almond paste had somehow played a role in the tragic passing of a loved one. I, on the other hand, love the stuff, so you can imagine my delight the other day when I happened upon a Danish Pastry House pop-up and discovered the above pictured delicacy – some unpronounceable North Germanic confection comprised of marzipan, chocolate, sliced almonds, and assorted umlauts. Delicious!
Happy Thanksgiving to our American friends. May you be as generous as the Mark Sanchez-led Jets offense, and as thankful as the New England Patriots defense five years ago today.
October 24, 2017: Akemi’s Coffee Cap Series!
Monet had Water Lilies, Picasso had his Blue Period, and my girlfriend Akemi has Coffee Cap series, a collection of photos of our dog Suji sporting varied coffee caps as hats.
The series to date…
The biggest challenge has been in sourcing coffee caps in assorted colors. The other day, we stopped for coffee not because Akemi wanted a coffee but because she spotted a positively standout lime green cap. Today, we flagged down a complete stranger and asked her where she picked up her coffee (with a distinct red cap) only to be informed she purchased it a good one hour walk from us. She kindly recommended a nearby shop with excellent coffee but, alas, their caps are black and we’ve already done black.
Our search continues!