Shiori

Shiori is a minor character in Blicksen's Tails volume 1. She is the mother of Shiro and mate of Daichi. She was also formerly owned by Sid Hogal.

Appearance
Shiori is a beautiful black-sesame, tan, and white Shikoku-Ken. She has a distinct crescent shaped mark on her forehead and tan fur bordering her eyes. She has a white underbelly and tan paws. She is a spitz-type dog with short upright ears and a tail that curls over her back.

Personality
Shiori is strong, charismatic, and worldly much like her owner. She can understand both English and Japanese, and has taught English to her mate and son. Shiori can sometimes be inattentive and easily distracted, as she is completely oblivious to Shiro running away in chapter 6.

Main Story
Shiori was born in Japan but has spent much of her life in America with her owner, Sid Hogal. She traveled often between the two countries with her owner but settled in Kochi after being introduced to Tobio Akiyama and his dog, Daichi. Shiori and Daichi became mates and went on to have a litter of puppies together in Tobio's home. Tobio was badly injured in an accident two years later. Shiori, Daichi, and their son, Shiro were sent to live with Sid in Blicksen. Shiori has since been reunited with her previous owner.

Once in America, Shiori encourages her son to trust Sid and enjoy his temporary new home. However, Shiro cannot stop thinking of Tobio. When the family visits a local park, Shiori and Daichi are glad to see the sights and meet new dogs. However, Shiro is still in a bad mood. Shortly after settling down, Shiro runs off after a man he mistakes for Tobio and goes missing. Shiori, Daichi, and Sid begin a desperate search for the lost young dog.

Relationships
Shiori is happily "married" to Daichi. The two dogs are in love with each other. She is a patient and devoted mother to Shiro. Shiori is especially close with her owner, Sid, and is fond of Tobio as well.''' '''