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What is there not to love about this video - incredible scenery, great background music, parents and child bonding time, teaching and learning, a snack break, a Kenji update that oozed with love, and an inspirational reminder that today is all we really have. Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift, and that's why it's called the present. Thank you!

We all need to remember no matter if it's a pet, a plant, a friend, a neighbor, or a loved one, a family member None of us are promised our next breath. That we need to cherish every moment you have with one another.

It's so hard when our furbabies reach their twilight. Dogs should live much longer. Kenji and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers for the highest and best.

Dear Kenji. It’s so hard to watch our friends get old. He must know how much he is loved. The fireworks dance looked pretty happy. Love to all of you from me and my 3 furry kids 🩷🩷🩷

I'm sorry about Kenji. losing a pet SUCKS. I hope the time he has left is relatively pain free. I know he'll get the love and kindness he deserves and when it's time you'll make the right decision.

Many prayers for peace and healing for kenji. Hopefully he will not pass in pain. I hope you will have a few more months.

I think Kaimani knows just how strong his Mama is now. Kenji has had such a wonderful life full of love and friends.

So sad for Kenji. He has had the best life a dog could have. You can talk all you want about rainbow bridges, but when you deal with a family pet it can be heartbreaking. When our dog, Sherlock, passed, I think I cried for days. I still grieve for him. My heart goes out to you. Love him up while you can, Kenji knows you love him. That matters. Gotta love corn nuts!! You are right, shopping is nuts. I’m a single senior and have see the cost of things skyrocket. It’s tough when you need stuff that keeps getting more expensive every week.

When I was 10 y/o my cousins from Kentucky, who were carpenters, came to stay with us for a summer and build a new house for my family. I was on the job site all day everyday and learned a bit of everything about construction. I added this to the knowledge I was already gaining from being a farm kid, knowing about growing crops and raising animals, along with repairing things when they break. Ironically, many years later, I began working for a retail home improvements chain as a manager. It was invaluable knowledge that I had retained from all those years int eh past that helped me work with a variety of customers from homeowners to landscape and construction contractors. So it's never a bad thing to learn life lessons when you're young.

Happy New Year!! Kenji has the best family in the world. I lost my beloved Husky 2 months ago to Cancer, and the grief is real. You are giving Kenji the best care and love that he needs. They love us just as much as we love them. ❤️ 🐕 🙏

Poor Kenji. Best to just keep him comfortable and warm. 🎉

Keeping Kenji in our prayers.

Sad to hear about Kenji, God Bless him. I have a LhasaApso/Shihtzu ,Charlie, Charlie had a tumor on his side, vet kept draining it, finally could drain no more. Within a month tumor grew to size of a softball. He is 13 years old, vet operated, Charlie did fine. Mass sent out, results came in, stage 2 Cancer,low grade. Hes happy, no pain, eats good, slightly overweight but at least gave him more time. Enjoy them while with us.

Understand what your family is going through. Going through it with one of my cats. Blessings.

Sorry to hear about Kenji. I can relate as I've been in the same situation too many times. He will let you know when it is time to release him from his pain. Prayers for you all.

I gotta agree drywall sucks...it's the worst but... it looks so good when it's done. Everything is looking great! I hope Kenji will have peace and comfort...he's a good boy! ❤

I really appreciate your vet letting us be in on the appointment. Thanks to you and the clinic

Hugs to you all! Kenji has lived an amazing life with you guys. It will be a definite sad time when he is gone, but you have so many amazing memories with him.

SO SAD ABOUT KENJI I THINK HE HAS LIVED HIS BEST LIFE WITHA BEAUTIFUL FAMILY THAT HAS TAKEN CARE OF HIM THANK YOU FOR SHARING AWESOME FAMILY

Wow, 😭. I know he is 90 but that is never easy. I’m glad you brought him home. We took our 18 year old rescue for a regular vet visit and that is when the doctor said “enough, it’s time.” I feel so much a part of your family that that is a day I’m not looking forward to with Kenji.

I’m so sorry about Kenji. Thankfully, I’m sure he knows how much he is loved.❤️🙏

My heart goes out to your family with Kenji. when we lost ours also to kidney failure it was losing a child . Shar pei's have the best personality of all the dogs we ever owned .(and we have had many). Prayers to you all !

Sitting here watching our Aussie cattle dog, Bailey (117 year old) and I am blessed with every moment we have with this faithful above all others friend !!!! Hard being watchful of time slipping by but grateful for a world filled with God’s creatures full of love!! 🙏🙏🙏for Kenji too❤❤❤

I'm so sorry your sweet Kenji is going through this. He's part of your family and it's so hard to watch. My little Scottie is coming to the end of his journey in this world as well. It's incredibly hard to face losing him. My prayers are with all of you! ❤

love and prayers for kenji and you all

He’s had a long life ! That should be comforting! I wish my golden lived as long as him❤️🙏🏻

LOVE to Kenji!!! Poor Pup Pup!!

Praying that Kenji will feel better soon

Kenji is in our prayers. Let’s Gooooooooooooo Saturday

When I read my notification, my heart sank. I've been the fortunate and grateful companion to 3 Shar Peis, truly wonderful dogs, sometimes highly misunderstood breed. As Tom T. Moore says I request the most benevolent outcome for Kenji, his well-being and his transition. Prayers fot Kenji and your family.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

I’m sorry about Kenji, please don’t let him suffer, we had to let our lab go last year she was 13 years old and had cancer. ❤

Kaimani may not appreciate and realize it yet, but he is so fortunate and blessed to work alongside and learn life skills from his dad. They will serve him well.

Good news for Kenji. Good news for all of you who love and care for him.

Prayers for Kenji. I'm of the firm belief that when the final loving decision approaches , it is better a week or two too early, then a day too late. ❤

In my opinion, Kenji touched MOST if not ALL of us! Thanks Kenji!

We love you, Safety Inspector Kenji ❤

Knowing how much you all love Kenji, I am certain that he will continue to be cared for, adored and enjoyed. Happy New Year Fam, ❤❤❤

It is never easy, but resolve to know you have given Kenji an epic time on this earth.

Sorry to hear that kenji is not doing well my heart goes out to you guys 😢

Aww Kenji....sad to see our pets age but you guys are giving him the best life. Garage is looking good. Thanks for sharing! Have a great week! May this year bring you good health, happiness and great memories!

I have also taught my dog with hip arthritis to “stretch” after laying down for some time. It helps with his hip PLUS allows blood flow to the area that might had been restricted lying down thus making the hind leg to fall asleep. I remind him as he’s getting up to “stretch” and reward him with enthusiasm. Front legs straight out and his hip up high for a good stretch.

Aaawww Kenji! I'm glad that it wasn't a truly bad news vet visit, praise God!!! You can get Kenji a dog sweater or coat plus some booties so that he can be warm & still enjoy the outdoors! Many blessings and positive surprises for the new year!!!😇🙏❤️‍🔥🌹💮👼❤🙏🇺🇲

Our pets are a gift of unconditional love. Hope your boy feels better soon.

The vet said we did the kindest thing for her . But what a hard decision.♥️💔💔💔💔💔😢😢😢

Kenji has been one of my favorite parts of watching your videos over the years. Watching him age as your children grow is bittersweet I think for all of us.

Prayers for Kenji and your family. Here's to strength and healing!

Watching with my two dogs on my lap snuggled up next to me an one is 10 and one is 9 this month. They are my best friends. I know time is short. Prayers for Kenji.

This is so sad about Kenji but being another old dawg dreaming I know there will be peace when the time comes. No more pain or suffering but more time for remembering the joyful time here with our families. Please do not be sad that he has moved on to his peace. Rejoice in the years you were there as a friend and care taker for him and the joy he brought to you with his always being there for you. Show him peace and happiness and love through the remaining times. Fred.

Makes my heart melt to see Kaimani helping out today - he is old enough to pick his Dad's smart brain - so sorry to hear Kenji isn't well - time to start the prayer chain going again - he will be in my nightly prayers - have a wonderful week - love ya all more !!!

As a human that grew extra bones (spurs) in my shoulders, I can attest to the pain they actually cause, it’s going to be hard as they are on his spine, but the less he moves the less it will hurt. You could try CBD. Kenji will let you know when it’s time, he’s had a happy 90 odd years with his 1 family, which is a blessing in its self. So pleased the C hasn’t returned, you’re a good boy Kenji 😊.

Ive been praying day and night for Kenji! I praying that his last days are good. It's so hard to lose your fur baby❤! I'm in tears as I remember when I lost my Sheba girl she had liver cancer. Hold him tight and just live him be there with him in his last minutes he will remember that! Prayers to Kenji and your family!❤🙏🙏

Man nobody like doing drywall 😂. May the rest of kenjis time here with y’all’s be spent with love and joy. I’m sure he knows he was loved to the fullest with his time with your family.❤😢

What an amazing life you have had so far Kenji! Tons of adventures and a loving family. Who could ask for more. You have served your family well and I pray that all of your days are the best they can be.

Kenji has been a loyal and loving member of the household. He has given his best to each of you and passing is part of Life... It's wonderful you're aware and giving him all the love he needs in the process.

OMG guys, my heart is breaking for you with Kenji. My own GSD is turning 11 in April which is very old for a German Shepherd. She is also losing weight (muscle mass) but thankfully her hips are still good. I pray you get another year or two with Kenji, and I get the same with my Leta. Jeremy, you must be SO happy to be done with the overhead drywalling. When we added the 520 sq ft addition to our home, we used scissor trusses for the cathedral ceilings. The worst/hardest part of the entire addition build was doing the overhead drywalling. I am so happy for you that it is done. You need to oil up that drywall lift lol. We are finally back to reality here in N. Saskatchewan. Currently -20 and going to -42 on Tuesday night brrrr. I see in your forecast that snow and cold is coming for you too this coming week. The mild fall was a nice change for us up here. As always, sending love and hugs and a special hug for Kenji and a "woof" from my Leta and Colt.

You just can’t help but love an old grandpa dog….you’re very much loved by all your KZfaq friends x happy new year xxxx

Definitely cherish every moment! Our angel, Max, is a real angel now. He went through a similar experience, and eventually could not stand or walk without his wheelchair. I stopped working and spent nearly every one of his waking moments of his last 8 months trying to make his life as comfortable as possible. We burned through a large amount of our emergency fund. I don't regret it one bit. He gave our family joy for over 19 years, and we wanted to do whatever we could for him! He always loved getting kisses, and I'm pretty sure he averaged at least 100 kisses per day in his last years! 😊 🐩

If anyone is an animal lover you will know how this feels. Hi buddy…We love you Kenji ❤️❤️🥰🫶🏽 blessings and love to you all. Happy New Year.

I feel your pain, going through this now with my yorkie. Prayers 😢

Our pets are family too, enjoy all the time you have. 🥰🙏🥰🙏

For Kenji, fireworks means happiness with his family. He's not scared; everyone is happy. He is too. It's beautiful. Happy New Year you 6 wonderful people!

Go Kaimani! I realised only just in time that I should’ve paid attention to my father’s carpentry skills. He taught me how to use a handsaw, but I should have learned so much more! Btw I do like doing drywall, bc it turns a skeleton into a space.

Yay! so happy to see the Snack Belt Choice of the Day has returned. Bless Kenji, he is such a great Safety Inspector 🙏

My sweet Kenji boy, your an awesome dog! You've done your job with playful exuberance. Relax in your loving families arms until the Shar Pei mother calls you home. I know that you will continue to guard the farm from a higher vantage point in doggy heaven for the rest of their days! 😇

Glad your puppy is getting what he needs, fun to see you are watching the Canadian New Year ringing in!!

Great job Jeremey...explaining what's going on and asking questions that require an answer other than yes or no!

It's hard and I'm going through the same with my 16yr old Poppy. Kinda know how you feel. All the best to Kenji. Peace be upon you all xx

Sadly, pets dogs/cats can suffer with health problems ones they get to an age in their life. Let's hope you have more time still to love your dog. Jeremy must dream of drywall, he loves it so much. Happy New Year and love from Mike. ❤

Go Kaimani, always good to see the young learning needed life skills. Good job Jeremy. Kaimani looks older than 13. Sometimes life means doing what you don't like to do, but also getting to enjoy the things you do. So sorry about Kenji. I still miss my little buddy after 8 years. Prayers for the family and Kenji. We had our gas water heater in the garage and it kept it about 50° during our winter, which is much milder than yours. God bless you all and keep you safe

Awwww, what a precious dog Kenzie is ❤️. He is absolutely such a huge special part of your lives-and ours. He forever will be one of your original team members who made the long trek and move to Idaho for a new family life. Yes, enjoy the days left with this precious soul, as will we. He has given you all his Best - his Love and Loyalty. What more can we ask. ❤🐕

Prayers for Kenji and the family! So happy you finished the dry wall

Gabby is coming along😊 I'm so sorry about Kenji and the vet is right spend every day u can with him and make even more memories, and he was priceless with the fireworks ❤️🇨🇦

Jeremy, Melissa and kids, my heart goes out to you for Kenji. What a special part of your family. We just went through it in Sept.2023. It is heart breaking, but we spent quality time with our Bo. My prayers are with you all. Leta❤

However much time Kenji has, he's had the absolutely best life, in a stunning location called home, surrounded by the best family that loves and cares for him. Truly special. Happy New Year one and all!

I have 5 dog's, the oldest is Daisy, she's 13 and we're just enjoying and cherishing each day with her, she's partially blind , just dreading for that day😢.

So sorry Kenji is not doing well! He is such a wonderful edition to your family. Many prayers!

Happy New Years you guys and gals. Yep .... when your pets get old it is difficult to watch them go down hill. My German Shorthaired pointer Max was 110 pounds when he was a mean and lean hunting machine. By the time he passed, he was less than 75 lbs. He was 14 years old when he passed in 2020. All we can hope for is that they do not suffer in the end. All the best to your family, and most of all to the "Wrinkle Dog" Kenji .... take care🐕✌🏻

Praying for Kenji, he's such a beautiful dog!! Garage is looking good Souza fam! 🤩🙏 Wishing you all a healthy and Happy New Year...God bless! ❤

That drywall ceiling looks really good. And insulated too. Nice!

Prayers to your Family I Know how it is to loss a pet that is part of the family❤🙏

Wow it’s so sad. To finally have the reality that kenjis time with you is so limited now to lose a pet that is part of your family is heartbreaking I’m so sorry that it’s come to this for such a loyal and beautiful dog I hope is time left is pain free enjoy him ❤ gabby is looking great and I’m loving the moon and night shots great to see the tree coming down both of mine came down on the 3 rd I’d had enough as always it’s great watching you all thinking of you all happy new year sending good health wealth and happiness to you all for 2024 much love from Tenerife ❤❤❤❤❤❤

It is lovely to see how you keep the child alive in yourselves and each other. You are always interesting to watch, your positive attitudes are inspiring.

It is so hard to watch our beloved pets getting older. I know I love watching Kenji as many others. Kenji has had a wonderful loved life. I have two cats who are not phased with fireworks or thunder. The girls will sit at the slider and listen to it.

I lost my Grace to bone cancer and old age three months ago. I never imagined my heart could hurt so bad as I said goodbye to my friend of 13 years. Also, I am -well- into my 50's now and still treasure the times I worked with my Dad, in my memories, and am thankful that I can still do so. It wasn't always easy, but he taught me a lot.

Well it seems that the vet visit helped perk Kenji up, I love how excited he got with the fireworks ❤🫶🏻🙏👍🏼🎊🫶🏻❤ Hope you all have a great New Year xx that’s to all the viewers aswell xxx

Kenji has had an incredible life you all of you. I love that you do not hesitate to get him checked and do what is necessary to insure he is comfortable. Having had dogs my whole life, and losing more than I care to think of, I know exactly how all of you feel. You are good dog parents. My prayers are with Kenji for more quality time with all of you. He is such a sweet, smart dog. The garage is looking great and love that you won't be using it for storage, just cars. The apartment will be such a great addition to your home. God Bless all of you, stay warm and safe and looking forward to next week. My Saturday entertainment!!!

Rest easy, Kenji. You are with the best family you could have been chosen by.❤

😢 💔 so sorry about Kenji.. Will he have a special resting place with flowers grass (rocks)..

Happy New Year everyone. Praying for Kenji so recover from whatever is causing his discomfort and pain.

Dear Kenji, all that remains for me is to thank you for the company you have given us throughout the journey. I never heard a single bark from you to tell us something, but with your look you told us enough. Until the last days your fortitude is demonstrated, since not even illness bends your great body and it does not dull your eyes either. You will go to a place where we are all going to arrive sooner or later, you will be with your canine friends and the most important thing is that you will not feel the pain that we know you carry in a brave and gallant way. I hope that in that future reunion you still remember us, great friend. ❤❤

Choking on a snack is one way to get out of dry walling lol. Lots of scratchy pats and hugs for Kenji

I hope nothing but the best for kenji. Love your garage build and your scenery is gorgeous. ❤️❤️👍👍🇨🇦

Hi Guys, Always nice to see you all. I realized that my old cc was discontinued and my membership with you ended. I finally got around to renewing. Things are looking so good! Always inspirational. Kenji is such a good boy and he has been living his life surrounded by love and fresh air. My prayer is that he lives the remainder of his days as comfortably as possible and that you're all going to be able to handle whatever may be by simply loving each other through. I'm happy to be doing my little part to show support for all of the warmth your family has offered my soul. :)

So lovely to see Kenji so full of bouncy excitement & joy about the fireworks, & sharing that with you all…hopefully you will all get to share as many more moments as possible like this with him. ❤ I wonder whether a winter doggy jacket might perhaps help him with his hips & spine during the colder weather (perhaps even a heated one)? It might also offer him a little padding/ insulation from the surfaces he lies on, especially in areas where he’s perhaps lost some from his body.

Keeping you and your whole family in my prayers.

Kenji is indeed a warrior. In the pain we're certain he's in, he still is enjoying his family on New Years Eve like a 4 month old puppy! I pray a miracle happens, because seeing loved ones suffer is against our beliefs. Love ya'll ❤️

Happy New Year, wishing you all the best in 2024. It is hard to watch our animals age, good to know Kenji is not suffering and has such a loving family.

Happy New Year.🎉 Kenji is the sweetest. It was nice to hear good news about him❤❤❤ Here's to many more special days with Kenji 🍾

Praying for Kenji poor baby