miniature poodle · new york
暖暖 (Yumi), a cream miniature poodle in a floral bandana

Fourteen years of warmth — and counting.

暖暖 (Yumi) is a cream miniature poodle born April 25, 2012. She supervises build sessions from the desk, commutes by sling bag, and has been by my side through every chapter.

14 years old
8 lbs weight
Apr 25 birthday · 2012
♀ female · spayed
2012 → still going
暖暖's health · lately

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from her PetPace collar · tracking, not veterinary advice
origin story

Where 暖暖 came from.

Yumi's story starts with two dogs who belonged to a close group of friends from high school. When they had puppies, Yumi was the first born, and the only girl in the litter.

Back then I decided to bring her home. She's been by my side ever since — through cities, apartments, and every chapter of life in between. I'd helped take care of her parents too, so Yumi isn't just a pet; she's family across generations.

Her name 暖暖 (Nuannuan) means "warmth." She has always lived up to it.

First born, only female — she came home with me, and never really left.
暖暖 as a small puppy in 2012
暖暖 · summer 2012 · the first weeks home
暖暖 wearing a red bow, 2015
2015 · the bow era
暖暖 with her tenth-birthday cake, April 2022
april 2022 · her 10th birthday
her first family
暖暖’s mom (white) and dad (black) nose to nose, 2014
her mom & dad · 2014
with her siblings · may 2012
One of 暖暖's littermates as a puppy, 2012
a littermate
first weeks home
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who she is

Personality & soul.

Very clingy, quiet, well-behaved. She'll be curious and nosy in a new place — sniffing everything, watching everyone. When she wants something, she whimpers. When she's happy, she stays close.

miniature poodle mix cream coat senior · 14 yrs certified cuddler
what she loves →
  • + The dog park — goes immediately upon arrival
  • + Sleeping in bed (with me, always)
  • + Riding in her sling bag on outings
  • + Mealtime — finished in 15–20 seconds
  • + Sniffing every corner of a new place
  • + Being close to her person at all times
  • + Quiet naps, warm spots
what she doesn't →
  • − Big dogs — gets scared and stressed
  • − Puppies — surprisingly intimidating for her
  • − Intense exercise or long walks
  • − Anything outside her prescribed food
  • − Sleeping alone — gets anxious
  • − Being scolded for accidents (medical, not behavioral)
  • − Crowds of strangers approaching fast
medical profile

Health & care.

Yumi is a senior dog managing several conditions — all stable and monitored. None of them define her. She's still sharp, still hungry, still whimpering for the dog park every morning.

Chronic Kidney Disease

IRIS Stage 1, diagnosed March 2026 following an acute kidney injury (December 2025, resolved). All values — creatinine, BUN, SDMA, phosphorus, UPC — within normal range. Next panel due June 2026. Good prognosis with management.

Severe Food Allergies

Managed for 7+ years on a strict hydrolyzed protein diet. Even a small amount of the wrong food causes severe GI distress. No exceptions — no treats, no table scraps, nothing outside her prescribed food.

Heart Murmur

Grade I murmur (mild, known and monitored). Cardiac biomarker (Cardiopet) within normal range at 854 (ref. 0–900). No cardiac enlargement seen. Walks kept short and low-intensity.

Vision Decline

Age-related. Managed with OcuGLO vision support (vet-recommended). She moves more carefully now — fully normal for 14 years old.

Digestive Sensitivity

Chronic. Softer stools are her normal baseline — not a concern. Tylosin (dinner only) supports GI health. Very watery stools or vomiting = call the vet.

Polyuria / Polydipsia

Drinks and urinates more due to reduced kidney concentration. Indoor accidents are medical, not behavioral — never scold her. Potty breaks every 2–3 hours.

care: under regular veterinary supervision · senior wellness panels on schedule · fully insured · cost is never a constraint on her care.
nutrition

What she eats.

Seven years of dietary stability on a hydrolyzed protein diet, then a careful transition in early 2026 to a kidney-supportive formula. Stability first — always.

Nine & Line Advanced Kidney Care · Lamb

since march 2026 · 110g × 2 daily · ~277 kcal/day

How it works: Pre-portioned into small containers, stored frozen. Thaw in fridge ~3 days ahead. Flip container directly onto metal bowl — no warming, no water needed. Supplements pre-mixed in. She eats in ~15–20 seconds.

Prior food: Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein (canned, 390g) — used for 7+ years until the CKD transition in March 2026.

Dietary stability is the guiding principle. Transitions are slow and monitored. No surprise changes.

supplements

  • Tylosin digestive support · dinner only · blue scoop, half full · sprinkle on top
  • OcuGLO vision support · vet-recommended · pre-mixed
  • Nutramax Joint joint health · pre-mixed
daily life

A day in her life.