The bond between dogs and their owners is truly special and the Local Rag is highlighting some local stories of furry friendships. Among these cherished friendships is the one between Kalani, Luna and Louis.
Hi everyone, I’m Louis!
I’m a one-year-old bundle of joy, a mix of Pomeranian and Japanese Spitz, and I live a magical life with my best friends Kalani (8 years old) and Luna (6 years old) here in Raglan. They say I’m a magic dog because I have one brown eye and one blue eye – pretty special, right?
I came into their lives as a surprise gift from our grandparents last August, on Kalani’s birthday. Since then, every day has been an adventure filled with love and fun. Mornings start with my energetic pals waking me up—I can’t resist their enthusiasm! We head outside to our sunny lawn, where we soak in the morning rays and get ready for the day ahead.
After school, it’s time for our daily escapades. We love exploring Raglan—whether it’s the sandy shores of Ngarunui Beach or the lush trails in the bush. The beach is my absolute favourite. I get to meet new friends—both furry and human—and nothing beats a good race along the shoreline or chasing after a ball thrown by Kalani and Luna.
Speaking of favourite spots, Ngarunui Beach holds a special place in my heart. I’m a water-loving pup, and I enjoy dodging the waves and feeling the sand under my paws. One summer, I even got to join them on a kayak adventure! I couldn’t bear to be left behind, so I hopped on board and even took a dip in the water with them. It was exhilarating!
Kalani and Luna aren’t just my friends; they’re my family. We share a bond filled with cuddles, playtime, and endless adventures. Sure, sometimes I get a bit too excited when I see other dogs and zoom off, making them chase me down the beach—oops! But they always catch me, and we laugh about it later.
They tell me I bring them happiness—seeing me wagging my tail in excitement when they come home from school or snuggling up for bedtime stories. It warms my heart to know I make them so happy.
One of our big dreams is Kalani’s book series, “Louis and Friends,” where I get to share my adventures around Raglan and beyond. From learning to surf at Manu Bay to climbing Mount Karioi, it’s going to be epic! I can’t wait to see where our imaginations take us.
As for the future, I envision many more years of love, laughter, and exploring with Kalani and Luna. They’re planning to keep me busy with new adventures, and I’m ready to wag my way through every moment.
Life with Kalani and Luna is a magical journey, and I’m the luckiest pup to be a part of it all.
Wags and woofs, Louis.
by Isabel A.
