If you're reading the reviews trying to decide, let me save you some time -- you're in the right…read moreplace. Island Dog Obedience is AMAZING. Kristi is truly one of a kind My boyfriend and I came to her desperate for help with our new pup, Kona, who struggled with severe anxiety. He was scared of pretty much everything -- people, new environments, being separated from us -- and we were also dealing with barking, basic obedience, and some unwanted behaviors. After just 4 sessions, the transformation has been unbelievable. Today was our final session, and I honestly wish I had a video of how Kona used to be so people could truly understand how far he's come. At the beginning, he wouldn't even go up to Kristi and was extremely hesitant and fearful whenever she took the leash. Now? He confidently walks up to her on his own terms -- calm, trusting, and self-assured. That alone speaks volumes. Kristi didn't just train Kona -- she guided us on how to train him the right way. She's patient, knowledgeable, supportive, and truly cares about both the dog and the owners. She sets you up for success, but it's important to note that the progress comes from continuing the work at home too -- and her guidance made that possible for us. We are beyond grateful for Kristi and everything she's done for our pup. If you're dealing with anxiety, fear, or behavioral issues and want real results, Island Dog Obedience is 100% worth it. I cannot recommend her enough!

I can't say enough good things about Island Dog Obedience. We have a little pug named Gigi who we…read moreadore--but she definitely kept us on our toes. Running away, jumping, even pooping right in front of us... it got to the point where it just wasn't fun anymore. That's when we called Island Dog Obedience. Kristi was incredible from the start. She came to our home to meet Gigi, and soon after, Gigi was off to Kaneohe for training. It was hard being without her, and we wondered if anything would really change. Then came the daily photos--Gigi playing with other dogs, calmly sitting on her cot, and responding beautifully to Kristi's commands. It was amazing to see. When Gigi came home, we were hopeful but unsure. She greeted us with joyful zoomies, then quickly settled down and listened. We couldn't believe it--she was a completely different dog! Gigi is now the best little pug, and it's all thanks to Kristi. She was amazing, and at our house for over 2 hours making sure we understand how the e collar worked. It was a great day for all of us. with so much love and aloha, Jeri & Jerry Lynch

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!!

Christina at Petco was absolutely wonderful with my dog, Maddie. From the moment we arrived, she…read moretook the time to really listen and understand Maddie's specific needs, preferences, and sensitivities, which immediately made me feel comfortable leaving her in her care. I asked that Maddie only receive a bath, blow dry, and nail trim (no haircut), and Christina followed every instruction perfectly, including using Maddie's special shampoo. Maddie came back looking beautiful! Extra fluffy, fresh, not matted at all, and most importantly, calm and in great spirits. What really stood out was Christina's kindness and genuine care. She took time to talk with me before and after the appointment, never made me feel rushed, and clearly treats the pets she works with like they're her own. The treats were such a sweet touch too! Thank you, Christina, for taking such great care of my girl!

This was a disappointing visit. I scheduled an appointment for 12:30 PM to have my two Frenchies…read moregroomed. When I called ahead, I specifically asked if there were any requirements or documentation needed, and I was told no because Hawaii does not require rabies documentation. When I arrived, they asked if my dog had any allergies, and I explained that he does not, but he does experience seizures occasionally. The woman at the counter with long hair and a ponytail spoke with the manager, and I was then informed they could not groom him because of the seizures. They asked if he was on medication, which he is, and whether the seizures were triggered by noise, which they are not. I explained they only happen every few months. While I understand policies are policies and I did not argue their decision, it was frustrating to find this out only after arriving for the appointment. The manager did provide me with a recommendation for another groomer, which I appreciated. The manager answered my questions and gave me options for types of trimmers that I could use at home. However, the customer service afterward was what truly disappointed me. I mentioned I no longer wanted my other dog groomed but was interested in purchasing nail trimmers. The manager asked an employee to assist me. The employee walked away, and I followed her, but then lost sight of where she went. I eventually found her sitting at the front of the store waiting for someone else to bring the item. When she finally acknowledged me, she simply said, "Oh, I'm waiting for them to bring it to me." The issue was not the wait itself, it was the lack of communication. I was left standing there confused, having to look for the employee, only to find her sitting down without ever telling me what was going on. Overall, this experience could have been handled much better with clearer communication and stronger customer service.

Our dogs Vader and Toby came here to do a 1/2 day evaluation and came home sooooo happy and…read moreexhausted (we love that for them). Upon arriving we were greeted with their staff and they explained what would happen throughout the day and asked if we preferred Vader and Toby to stay together. We opted to separate them and we'll probably be sticking with that plan until further notice. Overall, great experience for our dogs and us. Vader and Toby will definitely be coming back

We love Kamaaina K9. Our dogs don't even look back when it's time to leave. We utilize the extended…read morecare service when we go off island and really enjoy the daily updates we receive (with adorable photos). We have one very timid dog who takes a while to trust new humans -- he has fully embraced Kamaaina K9, the staff, and the other doggos (his favorite part) and we feel very comfortable leaving our dogs in their care. They are considerate of our dogs' different personality traits and adjust care accordingly. Grateful for this safe, rewarding space for our pups when we leave.

Staff is amazing, super thorough in deciding what dogs they will board, attentive to making sure…read moresmall dogs play with other small dogs. Our Yorkshire Terrier has pretty bad separation anxiety so they did a test run with him to see what type of kennel would be best suited for him so that he wouldn't bark constantly and upset the other dogs. They recommend us to send him with some CBD chews to help with his separation anxiety. After boarding, he came home in good spirits and we enjoyed watching him play on their live feed while we were away and missing him.

The care and attention for the animals from the staff is great! We love the manager!…read more The cameras they have up really is a fun aspect.

Paula was great! She sat down with us and discussed the issues we were having and got to know our…read moredogs. She gave us some very insightful tips and tricks to help us manage our highly reactive large dog. We are continuing to use her tips and are already seeing improvement in a couple days! We absolutely love her positive energy and would highly recommend her to anyone who needs some help with their reactive dogs.

Where do we even begin with how much we (and our dog Lucca) love Paula?! She trains our dog for an…read morehour every week and trust me, that includes a ton of training for us as owners too, and it's really opened our eyes and minds to how much we have an impact on training our sweet girl. We adopted her about two months ago from a shelter and she came to us with her sweet personality but she was a stray and needs to learn to not pull in her leash and to work on some lunging issues. Paula not only trains her directly but spends time with us as the owners, explaining the "why". She is against using e-collars which thank goodness we never tried and contacted her instead. She focuses on the individual dog's history and personality and living environment and really tailors her training to your dog. She has a firm but kind approach which we love. We have already implemented her easy to follow and remember instructions during the week and see a difference! We would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Paula! If you love your dog as much as we do, and your dog could use training, the absolute best thing you can do for them and your relationship with them is to have Paula come in and help! Mahalo Paula!

Honestly, I haven't felt alone in a while because of my pup Harley. She's not only my best friend,…read morebut she's also become a source of comfort in my life. It was important that she be near just in case I started to feel anxious in a social or day-to-day setting. Getting her trained and certified as a service dog was the logical next step. Sabrina's program has made that a possibility for Harley and I. Our bond has grown, and I feel that our mutual trust has as well. Thank You Sabrina for your clear and concise directions with Harley's training to be Service Dog certified. My best friend and service dog will always be my side.

Mishka my 4 month old puppy, just "graduated" from Sabrina's 2 week boot camp and the results are…read moreamazing! I'm looking forward to the classes, online training she offers and the CGC evaluation! She offers great value for her packages! I highly recommended her for anyone serious about training and having a healthy relationship with their dog!

He called me right away & answered my questions…read more He called me right away & answered my questions

Had my dog trained here and service was excellent. They provide all equipment that will help once…read moredog comes home and if you really need you can always call them.

Sharing my life with a highly intelligent & reactive herding dog is not an easy task. There were…read moremoments I shed tears thinking that I failed my dog to build a relationship with her. Luckily I found Ashley & Makana through dog friends on IG who were working with them already. I was able to set up a virtual consultation, private lessons, and day trains. All the tips, training and expertise they shared with me, helped flourish a better relationship & understanding with my pup. The 2 years working with them has helped Tequila grow into a more confident pup who I can take to dog friendly places, pawticipate in dog sports, have small dog play dates, join pack walks & slowly meet new people. I know that she will always have reactivity but now I have a better grasp on how to de escalate the situation when she has her big feeling moments. I don't feel defeated but instead empowered & able to advocate for us. I am very grateful that Kaulike is part of part of our lives and so happy that Tequila is looking forward to her monthly pack walks with them.

There aren't words to explain how grateful I am to have the Kaulike K9 pack be a part of our lives…read more I'm a "first time" dog owner (not including a childhood dog) and let's be honest, I didn't have the slightest idea on what to do with a reactive dog. They have guided and supported my pup and I throughout our private lessons and continues to support our journey. Brock loves his Aunty and Unko so much, and we'll miss them after leave Hawaii.

I was never a "cat person." I've always had dogs and actually took quite a bit of pride in being a…read moredog person. But when we adopted our little Autumn girl, she completely melted my heart and turned me into a die-hard cat lover almost instantly. Our family loves Autumn so much. She is an absolute angel -- truly the sweetest cat I've ever met. So you can imagine how terrified we were this past weekend. During a dinner party, she slipped out through our lanai door without anyone noticing. Around 8 PM we heard the loudest cat fight we've ever heard (and we hear a lot, since there are many stray cats on our property). We realized she was missing and ran outside searching, but couldn't find her. Later that night she came home -- but she could barely walk. One of her legs was twitching, she was wincing in pain, and we couldn't even gently touch her back without her crying out. I immediately feared the worst -- that she had fallen from a tree and broken her back. My son stayed up with her all night, but she didn't improve. The next morning, we drove from the North Shore to VCA Family & Oahu Veterinary Specialty Center after being referred by our regular vet (who was closed since it was Sunday). The receptionist was efficient and straightforward, took my information, and told us we could come right in. When we arrived, we were greeted kindly, given paperwork, and within minutes Autumn was taken back for evaluation. After about 30 minutes, we were brought into the exam room to discuss next steps. I'll be honest -- in my emotional, protective state, my first thought when I saw the veterinarian was that she looked young, and I unfairly questioned whether she had enough experience. I feel a bit silly admitting that now, because Dr. Steph Craven was absolutely incredible. She was confident, knowledgeable, calm, and deeply compassionate. She knew exactly what to do and handled both Autumn and my very anxious mama-heart with so much patience and care. I had prepared myself for the worst. I truly thought we might have to say goodbye. Thankfully, after diagnostics, rest, antibiotics, and pain medication, Autumn is going to be okay. Dr. Steph Craven and the entire staff were professional, communicative, and calm under pressure. In one of the most stressful moments for our family, they gave us clarity and hope. I sincerely hope we never face another animal emergency -- but if we do, they are absolutely on speed dial. Thank you so much for taking care of our girl. Aloha, Lynsey (and Autumn)

As a first-time guinea pig mom, I did a lot of research before bringing my two girls home. I…read moresearched high and low for the best pellets, hay, and vegetables, and I put just as much effort into finding the right veterinarian. Since options for exotic animal vets are limited, I wanted to be sure I chose the best. I'm so glad I decided on VCA Pearl City. My guinea pigs have been patients there since they were 6 months old, and they're now almost three. They go in for their annual checkups, and whenever I have a concern, I can send a photo to the vet or schedule a quick consult. That level of accessibility gives me so much peace of mind. They typically see Dr. Luis Ho for their routine visits, and he has always been really thorough. Recently, one of my guinea pigs developed a lump near her mammary gland that grew overnight to about the size of a quarter. We were so scared. After antibiotics didn't work, Dr. Ho promptly referred us to Dr. Nathaniel Lam for a surgical consultation. Both doctors were incredibly knowledgeable and reassuring, which helped ease our anxiety during such a stressful time. The surgery was successful, and my guinea pig is alive and healthy because of their care. I'm truly grateful to the team at VCA Pearl City for taking such wonderful care of my girls. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for experienced and compassionate care for their exotic pets.