We did a 2-week board and train with Kehau at Hele Mai K9 for our golden doodle, Luca, and we had a…read moregreat experience! Kehau first met with us to get to know Luca and understand his personality and needs, which we really appreciated. She handled both pick up and drop off, which was especially helpful since we were going on vacation. Throughout the entire process, she communicated with us consistently and sent updates, which gave us so much peace of mind. Luca is basically a family member, so feeling comfortable and trusting the person caring for him meant everything to us. Luca has definitely shown improvement since the training and while we're still working on things at home, we can already see the difference. We looked into other trainers before deciding and I'm so glad we chose Kehau :) She came highly recommended by a close friend, and now I completely understand why. I would absolutely recommend her services to anyone considering board and train.

Until Buddy received his training, he was unmanageable. Now I can take him walking without…read moreworrying what he might do. He is much better behaved and disciplined. I would highly recommend this program.

Im so glad that Paris is part of the Pawtricia's pack. Best decision. The owner takes really good…read morecare of your fur babies. You can tell she really goes above and beyond and genuinely cares about them. Its not just about dog walking, but she helps train behavior. Thank you Patricia for training my fur baby and helping me understand and communicate properly with her. Definitely recommend!!!!!

Patricia Is AWESOME!!! I was worried that Oreo wouldn't like her. But they hit it off!!!!! Now our…read moreother shihpoo Daisy loves her too! Can't wait for this COVID to be over... I love the update that she would send us, showing where they walk with the furbabies' pics!!!!

I highly recommend Kristen/Guahan K9 for a dog trainer. She has a tremendous depth of knowledge…read morewith extensive experience in a wide range of training and behavioral situations. Kristen is caring, professional and has a natural way with dogs, and their humans. She teaches so much more than just basic commands and educates owners about dogs and proper dog ownership. She uses positive training techniques which are key in helping you grow the relationship between you and your pooch. Kristen always invites questions and always prompt with a response, and offers plenty of suggestions to be successful. She exceeded all our expectations, her training approach was the most effective. I could genuinely say that she is Kaia's favorite trainer! I have worked with many dog trainers for almost a year because my girl has more extracurricular activities than I do! We will see you soon for our next goal: train and pass the Canine Good Citizen

Kristen is a brilliant dog trainer who works very hard to ensure her "students" make great strides…read morein their training. She has such a natural way of interacting with canines and their owners. We have hired dog trainers in the past with our other dogs, but Kristen's focus is much more psychology-focused in comparison. We have found this approach not only to be more effective overall, but also more pleasant for canine and owner. We are eternally grateful for Kristen's amazing teachings and her positive influence on our puppy. We are so proud to showcase our puppy's excellent behavior in public and at home with visitors. Thanks Kristen!!!

Dogwalker Etc. has been an absolute lifesaver for our family. They provide excellent, reliable, and…read moretruly professional dog-sitting services. We have a large female German Shepherd (who has a very small circle of trust) and a small Pomeranian, and they are wonderful with both--patient, attentive, and clearly experienced with different personalities and needs. They always show up exactly when they say they will, which gives us total peace of mind. After every visit, they send photos and updates, and it's obvious they spend quality time playing with our dogs and making sure they are comfortable, cared for, and happy. It's not easy to find someone you can fully trust with your pets, especially when anxiety is involved, but Dogwalker Etc. consistently goes above and beyond. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for dependable, compassionate pet care.

If you love your dog like a family member then you can trust the staff of Dogwalker etc. They…read morealways do their best to accommodate our needs and have been flexible with our family plans. It is very easy to communicate and we love the report from each visit. My son also uses the company and he recently added a puppy to the family. They have been so helpful with helping us out especially during the early months. We trust them with our babies because we know they love them like we do and they care for them when we are not able to be there.

Our fur baby Nala always has a wonderful time staying overnight with Chelsea and Greg, which gives…read moreus great peace of mind knowing she's in such caring hands. We truly appreciate the updates and photos Chelsea shares, showing just how much fun Nala is having with her furry friends. The website is easy to follow and they are very organized. We highly recommend Peaceful Psyche.

From the owner: Unlike some who may offer doggy daycare and boarding…read moreservices solely for financial or personal gain, my motivation stems from a deep love for dogs and a genuine desire to nurture them. The joy I experience in caring for dogs extends beyond personal gain. I always get excited to feed them in the morning and night along with taking them on enjoyable walks. This is my dream job along with providing therapy for patients as a future psychologist. Moreover, I place great emphasis on communication and transparency. It is my commitment to maintain open lines of communication throughout your pet's stay, providing regular updates on their well-being and activities. Whether sharing positive experiences or addressing any concerns, I prioritize honesty and strive to keep you fully informed, ensuring peace of mind throughout your time apart from your beloved fur baby. Lastly, it's important to note that we maintain stringent requirements for boarding to prioritize the safety and well-being of all animals and humans involved. We take these requirements seriously, as honesty and transparency are fundamental to our operations. In cases where individuals fail to meet our standards or are not forthcoming with pertinent information, we reserve the right to decline future bookings. This commitment ensures a safe and secure environment for all furry guests under our care.

Responsive. Didn't get the friendly response though, just a few words…read more They only service Red Hill to Ko'olina. Perfect for West side families in need of support.

JoAnn and Steve took very good care of my 2 naked cats, Raisin and Sméagol while I was away on the…read moremainland for two weeks. They came over to my home, fed the cats and gave them attention, while also checking my mail and sweeping the floor. I am so grateful for their services. I had to call them last minute because my friend's roof on her house flew off and she couldn't watch my cats. Joann and Steve came to the rescue and assured me that the cats would be fine. I got daily updates and photos and when I came home, the cats were fine and my house was in order. I would highly recommend their services and will be using them next time I go traveling. Mahalo!!

My chow chows were neglected during the last month of my pregnancy and three months after the birth…read moreof my baby girl. Their fur got so matted I knew I needed professional help. I called around to get them groomed. Two places flat out refused to groom them because they are chows. When I contacted Maikai via yelp, Lita was agreeable to get them groomed and scheduled my appointment. The appointment day and time came and no groomer showed up. I called Lita who told me she'd find out what happened. She called me back within half hour and let me know the groomer got bitten at the previous appointment and wasn't able to make it. She offered to reschedule the appointment and we did. I wasn't there for the rescheduled appointment and was worried my dogs would be temperamental since they never been groomed by an outsider, but it was my husband who got temperamental since he didn't understand what needed to be done. My mom was there to alleviate concerns and told me the groomer did the best she could. Because they were matted, the only option was a shave. My mom said the groomer took her time and really cared about her work. After the grooming was done, I received a call from Lita who discussed with me how the grooming went. I appreciate the call since I couldn't be there and I'm the primary caregiver to my boys. I give them five stars because 1. They took my boys in when other places wouldn't, 2. My mom said the groomer took care in grooming them, 3. Lita was professional in communication, 4. They're chows chows, not the easiest breed to groom because of fur and temperament, 5. They came to the house which made it easier to handle my boys. I hope to use them again in the future, but with my boys fur in better shape the next time around.

What can ii say? Maika'i mobile grooming is AMAZING!!! I messaged Lalita (owner) inquiring about…read moreservices and she responded instantly thru YELP. She immediately was able to set an appointment to accommodate my schedule (after work @530). My Lilo has been going to PetSmart to get groomed but the last couple times it wasnt a successful visit :(. Her nails were getting long n she gets very excited around other dogs, so I turned to YELP as usual n found Maika'i Pet Sitting n Mobile Grooming. Lalita and April came promptly at 530 if not a couple minutes early. They dont have a mobile truck so they do use your yard to do their services, but thats not a problem because it made Lilo feel even more comfortable at home. As Lalita and April began Lilo immediately took to both of them n they were able to get to work. She got a basic service of a bathe, nail clipping, and ear cleaning. Lilo enjoyed every minute of it. They also mentioned that not only do they have house sitting, they do drop in services if ur on vacation as well:). You best believe I will be calling them again for Lilo's SPA treatment as ii called it:))) Give them a try you wont be disappointed:))

THE BEST KEPT SECRET DAYCARE AND BOARDING FOR SMALL DOGS!!!…read more I have to admit, I've been selfishly gatekeeping this place because it is hands down, THE BEST daycare and boarding on the island and I didn't want my baby's spot to be taken up...sorry Aunty Carly! I know a lot of my fellow VIPaws pet parents are also keeping this place on the hush for the same reason. However, since I'm moving soon, I had to do right by its wonderful owner, Carly, and give her the recognition she deserves. I've tried almost every daycare and boarding here, as my fur baby is our child and we want the very best for him. It was good to see what each place had to offer but let me tell you, you will not find another place that comes close to VIPaws. This is "the Punahou" of daycares. They specialize in only taking small dogs 25 lbs and under, which is perfect since our baby is fearful of larger dogs. The sign up process is organized and thorough, taking everything into account. We could tell she was on it and well prepared to care for him whenever we were away. This really put my mind at ease. All her policies/pricing are laid out and upfront so there's no surprises. If you don't read, that's on you. Their reservation based setup makes it easy to drop off/pick up. I've been to places without this and had to wait a while to pick up my dog since there was no reserved time. At VIPaws, I book a set time to drop off/pick up my pup so I can be on my way. I appreciate that! Carly does a tour of the setup on the first day and we were impressed by how clean and secure her home was. Multiple enclosures to ensure your dog's safety, lots of room to run and play, and comfy and clean with no smells at all. The energy there felt so calm and positive. All the pups looked so cute and happy! We love that they're very selective with the dogs they agree to take in, not letting any of the riff raff in. It's like an exclusive private school! She's strict but very loving and we appreciated that vs many other places where they let dogs run wild, pee everywhere, bark their heads off, etc. Not only can your dog pick up bad habits but it also really stressed my baby out. This was a welcomed change of environment. We could tell from the tour that this was going to be an amazing experience for our pup. VIPaws took excellent care of my baby every time he joined them for daycare/sleepovers. He can be a little nervous being away from us but it didn't take long for his nervous shakes to turn into tail wags. He would do excited tippy taps whenever we made the turn to her home, ecstatic about where he was about to go. He never did this for any of the other places we've tried! We ended up enrolling him in regular daycares because he would pout and get depressed when he didn't get to go. From a dog that had separation anxiety to this, there was no denying how much he loved it there. At VIPaws, we really felt that he was more than just a number. She took the time to really get to know him and knew things about his personality, likes/dislikes and quirks that even my own Mom didn't know about him. We could tell he truly felt comfortable, willing to show her his true self and thriving in the environment they create. The level of care and commitment they take for each dog is outstanding. In a short period of time, we could tell from his consistent daycare that he was not only loving his time there, but becoming a better behaved pup. Our baby learned manners and started coming home more balanced and well-behaved. Before VIPaws, he would get leash reactive on our neighborhood walks but since joining VIPaws, he got rid of that behavior right before our eyes...we were amazed! And she doesn't even charge for training, which in my opinion is a steal!! With everything you get, her prices are incredibly fair! We loved her insights shared via daily text message/pics. He always looked so happy! She is extremely knowledgeable and her advice helped us to be the best parents. I loved her honesty, letting us know the good with the bad. It was helpful to know areas we could improve on and got us excited when those improvements started coming to life. We would much rather have that than the generic "he did great" responses we got from several other places we've tried. With VIPaws, I could trust they'd tell me the truth on how my dog really was doing. VIPaws not only helped us care for our dog when we were away but also helped transform him into a confident, social, well balanced canine citizen. He has so many friends and we love seeing him live his best life! We've recommended them to our friends and they've raved about having the same experiences with their dogs. We are so grateful for all the time and attention she invested in him. This place is truly magical and such a gem. Trust me, VIPAWS IS THE BEST!!! Thank you Aunty Carly and Uncle Billy for all you did for us! We won't forget you!

Hi Carly & Billy, I…read morewanted to thank you both for what you provide for all our fur babies. Cherish & Sasha are much better at home. I've been out sick from work for the last 2 days but still able to take them on morning walks. They seem more calm and are not aggressive whenever we pass or are approaching other dogs. In fact they don't react at all when other dogs start barking or lunging towards our direction. When we are home there is no tension like we used to have. I have to remind myself to get up and correct them when they're overly barking at the mailman or people walking past the house. The entire household, humans and animals seem to be more at peace and relaxed , it's very nice. Thank you again.

If reincarnation is real, in my next life I'm coming back as a dog and joining WolfPack Adventures…read more Just putting it out into the universe. My beagle Zippy has gone twice, and the pics get me sooooo jealous! I'd tag along if I could. WolfPack Adventures does a fantastic job of screening dogs, ensuring no behavioral issues all around. They provide pickup and drop off, and share a folder of pics at end of day.

We have been sending Tako to Wolfpack Adventures for a year now after our regular day care provider…read moreretired. He only goes once a week for now & is always excited to see Max or Peter when they pick him up. They are also one of the few day care services that provide pick up/drop off service in town, which is so convenient. They provide hiking adventures for the pack & social time at the house which ensures my dog comes home tired & happy. He gets along great with the rest of the pack so he has a great time. Nikki, Peter & the entire crew at Wolfpack Adventures take really good care of the doggos & always ensure they have a fun day of socializing & exercising. Thank you all!