 March 11 1995 – July 12, 2006
BARK AVENUE’s founder and original Canine Executive Officer, China was a self assured chow chow who always held his tail up high. Arguably few canines have lived a life so extraordinary. From a humble beginning, he rose to become a furry executive and one of Honolulu’s highest profile chow chows. As a “paws-on” CEO, his duties included product development and taste testing all treats sold in the store. He took his job very seriously. Photogenic and never camera shy, China took full advantage of all media opportunities. His television credits included appearances on the KHON 2 morning show, the Hawaiian Moving Company, and Central Pacific Bank’s “small business is big business” TV commercial. He also appeared in numerous BARK AVENUE ads. He loved morning walks, air conditioning, and more than anything else, good food. He was the life of every party and never turned down an invitation to a celebration involving presents and cake. In the spring of 2006, his health caused him to take a less active role in the business, stepping down from his position as CEO. He had been planning to spend his retirement years dividing his time between philanthropy and hanging out at McDonald’s with his retiree friends. However, arthritis and hip dysplasia proved to be too much for him. While his spirit remained strong, his body could not rebound. A wise old soul, brave protector, and true friend, China will be forever missed.
 A silky terrier with attitude, Asia is BARK AVENUE’s current CEO as well as Chief Barking Officer. She is a doggie diva who insists on being the center of attention. From an early age, Asia displayed a flair for style and a taste for the finer things in life. She has become BARK AVENUE’s resident four-legged fashion expert and she enjoys modeling her ever-expanding wardrobe of designer doggie wear. She is especially partial to anything with “bling.” Like her older brother, Asia has been featured in a number of BARK AVENUE ads and she has the distinction of being the first dog to appear (and bark) on PBS’s Pacific Business News Friday television show. While she prefers to work from the home office, Asia also drops in to supervise the daily operations of the store from time to time. In her spare time, Asia’s favorite activities include going for long walks, shopping, and barking.
 “Indy”, a Tibetan Terrier, is BARK AVENUE’s Vice President of Prodouct Testing Manager. It is his job to assess all treats and toys that come into the store to make sure they stand up to BARK AVENUE’s high quality standards. Any toy that receives Indy’s paw of approval must pass a rigorous test of chewing and squeaking. Somewhat of a free spirit, Indy prefers to work from the home office rather than be confined to a regular shift in the store. In his free time, Indy likes to lounge in front of the TV with his best human friend eating (sometimes) less than healthy snacks.
 Cuba, a Havanese, is BARK AVENUE’s Vice President of Public Relations and newest member of the four legged management team. Amiable and well liked, he greets visitors to the store from his perch on the cash register counter. Poised to take the reins of BARK AVENUE in the future, this quick learner seems to have a knack for the retail world. When he’s not planning the future of the company, Cuba enjoys socializing and making new doggie and human friends. |
