I love taking my puppy to see Ayumi and he loves her just as well. She's actually everything that I would want in a groomer... patient with my dog, loving, sings, and makes conversation with him as well. She usually will text me about 15 to 30 minutes before he's done, so I have time to stop what I'm doing. She also lets me know when my puppy has dry skin and needs moisturizing and tells me which products to buy off of Amazon, or when things are not quite right that I miss. A lot of the groomers that I've met are from Japan so sometimes you have to speak in smaller words so it's easier to understand. read more

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Disclaimer: My experience is based off of their booth at the Hawaii Pet Expo in 2024. I have a chi/french/american/bulldog/pincher mix boy, therefore his fur is short so I don't know if I'll ever need a full service grooming, but boy does need his nails trimmed regularly. In short, we can only get Komori's nails trimmed when we go out to events because this way we'll be able to soothe and comfort him during the trimming. Another (potential) disclaimer: Komori has only gotten his nails trimmed in a public space like events, I don't think we've ever gave him to a groomer to get his nails trimmed. This means, he's gotten used to this situation, so maybe a lot of how well Komori did during this nail trim also speaks to him being used to the experience. I forgot the name of the person who did the trimming, but she did a great job. He never yelped from a wrong cut, and whenever Komori showed signs of being uncomfortable or wanting to pull away she stopped and gave space and readjusted. In a lively setting like an expo, it can be overwhelming for any dog, but I'm grateful Komori had a pleasant nail trimming. read more

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Mai always takes such care with grooming. Our Shitzu/Maltese always comes out looking adorable. Mai "dresses" her in the season's bows! read more

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I needed to get my doggy's nails done and I got a suggestion to try Doggy Box. I'm so glad I did. I was able to do a walk in and they were all so nice and quick! My dog doesn't tappity tap around the house no more. Highly recommended! Definitely 5 STARS!!! read more

Didn't go for grooming, this is based on our experience at thr 2024 pet expo...first pricing confusion, no explanations about add on costs. The price on the table with lists of services, ie paw trim, face trim etc, no explanations that each service was an ADDITONAL, 20$, she just pointed to a board saying what I could choose from for something called a quick trim. NOT explaining that each was an additional charge. What I thought was gonna be a 25$ service turned out to 75 fkng dollars!! The groomer was not gentle or patient. MY DOG IS BLIND!! HIS HARNESS IS LABELED AND I MENTIONED IT. He had stress diarrhea after this experience. Lesson learned. Never again. read more

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I don't even want to review this place for fear everyone will see it and want to send their pup here! 5 stars all the way! Mai and her team are literally the BEST in town. We found Mai 12 years ago when we moved to Hawaii and after our baby had her tongue cut off by a previous groomer in CA. Mai is so gentle, patient, and good with the dogs. Her cuts are perfection! I have sat and watched numerous times how well the staff treats the pups and how great they are with handling them, baths, and cuts. The holiday photos at the end of each session always have us laughing and it's our favorite part as dog paw-rents! Doggy Box is amazing. Please don't make an appointment though because it's hard enough getting my pups booked for an appointment when everyone knows how fabulous they are. read more

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The staff is always so nice .... They make you feel like you're a part of their family. Miso always looks so well groomed when we pick him up and I'm sure he feels good too. Great staff, great haircut! The only drawback is the location. Busy street with little parking but I've always been lucky to find a space. read more

They do a descent job but for 95.00 plus tip on a 5 lb dog that goes every other week, I quit!

Mai has been my doggy groomer for over 10 plus years. It doesn't get any better than her and her team's skills along with how they care for our dogs. Everyone I recommended to Mai is always a happy customer read more

Mai is Da Best!! Her grooming skills excel and exceed others when it comes to perfection. My little toy poodle looks " so perfect people think he's nice t real!" read more

Super friendly employees. Mai was super sweet even though she wasn't the lady who groomed my dog. Another older Japanese lady groomed my dog but she was nice as well. She had no problem grooming my dog and the employees look happy! I strongly recommend to check this place out if you are looking for a dog groomer. read more

After years of attempting to cut, dremel, and file my dog's black nails, I finally gave up on diy....if your dog's nails are black, you know the struggle. A friend recommended Doggy Box and I am so glad she did! Getting a hold of them was a bit challenging because they're in high demand but for good reason! They're so friendly and they work fast! My dog was in and out with perfect nails in less than 10 minutes! Not only did his nails look amazing, they have also greatly improved his ability to walk on hard flooring. He no longer slips and slides! He's happy, we're happy and we will be back regularly! I highly recommend Doggy Box! read more

I always love coming to take my dog here. The staff always does an excellent job taking care and grooming. As soon as you enter you are greeted by the staff. One of the staff members takes your dog in the back. After you leave, you get text notifications on when to pick up your dog. My dog was scared but Mai took her in the back calmly and attached her to the harness. There is a glass window where you can see what's going on. There's about four platforms for the dogs. The dogs seem to like it because they stand there perfectly still, in no harm, waiting for the groomer. When you pick up your dog, they are in a play pen wearing a cute bandana. The place is always clean and all the dogs are friendly. The staff are always welcoming. Also, it seems like the dogs are happy. They are always wagging their tails. This place is awesome because they treat your animal as if it was their own. The staff are always respectful and caring. Love it! read more

If I could give them more than five stars, I would. I have taken my dog to several different groomers in the past but nobody can grooming correctly with my active dog. My dog hates cutting his nails, cleaning his ears and shaving his paws but they did an amazing job. When it comes to choosing dog grooming, I am very picky but I highly recommended doggy box. read more

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My Golden Retriever, Gracie, and my Maltese, Nalu, have been going to Aunty Mai since May. They love her! Mai and her staff give my doggies a warm, welcoming environment where they feel safe. Not only do Gracie and Nalu smell so good and look so cute in their hair clips and bandanas, Mai's staff ALSO takes complimentary pictures of them! Whatever Holiday or Event is close, for example the 4th of July, the doggies are dressed-up in stars and stripes hats and bandanas against a stars and stripes background. So cute! When they come back to the house, my father-in-law always, "Oh they smell so good... did you take picture?" read more

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If you want a Japanese style cut there is no better place than Doggy Box! They are extremely caring for your four legged loved one and do an excellent job. They are busy so be prepared to wait to get an appointment. read more

The best place in town if you need your little fur baby groomed! Mai has been grooming my little Maltese Riley for the last 9 months and she has done a phenomenal job each time. From the very first time I took Riley to see her, I showed her a picture of how I like for him to look and she has done such a perfect job ever since. Mai is consistent! I get the same quality service each time. I'm always so happy when I pick my little guy up from Doggy Box cause he looks so fresh, clean and SO cute! I also enjoy the little photo shoot picture they send to me after his grooming, I look forward to it every time! I save it as my screen saver for whatever the month or holiday is lol. Mai and her crew has such great customer service, I have and will continue to recommend people to her. read more

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This grooming service is beyond par. They adore and respect their dogs. It's hard to get an appointment but never give up.

Our two dogs - a nine-year-old and a six-month-old - were overdue for a bath and trim but our regular groomer was booked solid. A neighbor recommended Doggy Box and they were nice enough to squeeze us in, even though they weren't really accepting new clients. Busy place! Which speaks well of how many people value their service. Problem was, I almost screwed the pooch (no pun intended) by getting the time wrong and arriving a half-hour late! My appointment had actually been canceled because they were unable to reach me (they had my roommate's number and she was at work) but they were kind enough to take my dogs anyway, even though I had set their entire afternoon back 30 minutes. Sorry! Despite them having to do a rush job, my dogs still got the full treatment - bath, nails clipped, ear hair pulled, etc. - and came out looking and smelling great. They were very scruffy beforehand but ready to pose for a magazine cover when they were done. A huge thank you to the staff at Doggy Box for being so kind and accommodating. Our next appointment is in February and I promise I won't be late! A word of caution: the road that runs in front of the store is rather narrow, with many cars parked up and down the street, so drivers should be careful. Parking is also limited to a few stalls so have an alternate plan if they're all taken. read more

Doggy Box - Ziggy after his haircut at Doggy Box! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This is the BEST groomer in Honolulu. NOT an understatement! Mai is the owner and she is WONDERFUL with the animals. The place is cute, clean, and provides top-notch customer service. i won't take my dog anywhere else after finding this place. My dog comes out happy, with a spring in her step, and always perfectly groomed (with precision!!). She gets bows in her hair based on whatever holiday is coming up (just got her groomed so she has Christmas bows right now!). The best part though? About a week after her visit, I always get the CUTEST photo of my pup, Roxy, posed in front of a fun backdrop (the last one was Christmas, of course), smiling. The photo is professional quality and a delight to get in my inbox. Thank you Mai and Doggy Box for taking care of my little Roxy! read more

If you know me, you know that I LOVE my dog. I don't even think of her as my "dog", but rather as my "daughter"...and because I love her so much, I'm very, very particular when choosing things for her...from the food she eats (which I cook) down to the peepee pads she uses. That being said, I did a LOT of research before choosing her groomer. I've heard horror stories about bad things happening to dogs while they're at the groomers, so I wanted to make sure I could trust the person I chose. I have been taking my baby (a Yorkshire terrier) and my brother's dog (a silky terrier) to Mai for several years now, and I can honestly say she's the best- I will not go anywhere else. Although my "daughter" has a calm disposition and is very easy to handle, my brother's dog can be very difficult- especially around strangers. Mai is the only groomer that can handle him...and I've taken him to a lot of different groomers! One groomer actually called in the middle of a session and told me she couldn't finish his haircut. :/ That is why I was so relieved to find Mai. Not only is she sweet, but she can actually handle difficult clients :) The dogs always come out looking great, and I get a lot of compliments on their haircuts! Yorkies and Silky terriers have long hair that can grow to the ground, but I like to keep them in puppy cuts. Mai gets it perfect every time! As an added bonus, mai always snaps a picture of your groomed pooch in front of her cute, themed backdrop of the month, and emails it to you a few days later :) read more

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I bring my dog here to get his nails cut. My dog usually gets pinned down, cries and has his eyes bulging out as he tries to wrestle out of a nail Clipping. But not here. The ladies here keep my dog calm for his entire nail clipping. They even have him calm enough to shave down the nails after the clipping. This place is top notch. My dog is now much less anxious about getting his nails trimmed all thanks to these ladies at doggy box. read more

I've gone to Mai for almost 2 years & every time I take my dog Roscoe; he comes back looking clean and happy. She's very professional & her new shop is very pet friendly. If you're looking for a great groomer that takes care of your pet, she's the one to go to. read more

Doggy Box - After getting groomed, Mai takes a picture of your pet. The theme is based on the season or holiday. This was his summer photo. - Pet Groomers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mai and her team are great! I took my 11 month old silky terrier there and they did a great job. Cut was perfect and they kept their time as indicated (2 hours for a full grooming). They even gave him a bandana to wear which was so cute! Will definitely recommend! read more

My dog always comes out looking clean and fresh!! She's been coming here since she was a puppy & we've been recommending doggy box to all of our pet owner friends ever since. (: the photo shoots after the grooming is a plus as well! read more

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I have a 45 lb. border collie/poodle mix aka "bordoodle." If not well groomed, her curly and unruly hair can become matted very quickly. This was my first dog that required frequent grooming so initially I was hesitant about paying around a $100 for grooming (much more than my own haircut lol). However, after seeing Mai's beautiful work I realized it was worth it! They are pros at what they do. Hair is trimmed and even, nails are cut, ears are cleaned! My dog looks and feels beautiful! They also put cute little bows or decorations in her hair every visit and take a picture. Now I'm going every 2-3 months! read more

Update: My Pomeranian "Snowball" passed away on Christmas morning, and I sent Mai an email to notify her that Snowball had crossed the rainbow bridge. She responded to my email, offering me condolences for my loss and a beautiful picture of Snowball, in Loving Memory of Snowball. A few weeks later, she sent through the mail a beautiful framed picture of Snowball, along with a sympathy card. It brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart to know that Snowball's groomer is so loving and kind, and compassionate! God bless her heart for being such a wonderful person. read more

My little shih tsu mix maya had the worst hair before coming to doggy box. She had uneven cuts of fur due to all the tangles she had. I knew she was in desperate need of a cut and im so glad i was referred here! Mai and her team did a terrific job with maya! Dropped maya off at 8 AM and got a call back around 10 AM. My little maya was sitting in a little waiting cage in the front and i almost did not recognize my little rascal! They were so kind enough to also put cute red bows in her hair :-) i promise i will be back as this was the best doggy salon ive been to! Mai also took a photo of maya atter her stay! How adorable read more

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Went to doggy box once again for my dog Daisy! They did such a wonder job and gave her a cute yellow bandana this time! I'm so happy with the results and will be returning. She usually gets knots behind her ears but I noticed since her last haircut here she hasn't had that issue. Very impressed. read more

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Pepper and Gizmo love Mai (maltese and a malti-poo-pom) ! She magically transforms them from scruffies to cuties! A friend recommended her a couple years ago when Mai was at Wan Wan Paradise and now she has her own shop! Its a charming, clean shop conveniently located near Ward Avenue with a few stalls right outside the front door! Mai is so sweet amd kind and i do not hesitate to leave my babies with her because i know they are in good hands. Mai does an amazing job, even though our 1-year old Gizmo cannot sit still! I dont know how she does it - she is like the dog-whisperer, seriously! Trust your pup with Mai - you will NOT be disappointed!! read more

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The girls here are amazing. My pup tends to be a nightmare only when it comes to clipping her nails and surprisingly now loves going to this place and comes out super happy with nice nails! read more

My dog, Pico, and I love Mai! The Doggy Box is immaculate. Mai is friendly and professional. She does an awesome Lion Cut for Pico. And I LOVE the pictures she takes after the grooming is complete. Pico kisses her more than he does me, lol;) read more

Doggy Box - I love the pics Mai takes after grooming! This was one of my favorites so far! It still makes me laugh! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Awesome, awesome, awesome. She's the best groomer ever! My dog has been to many groomers and I can tell you that she's truly the best!!! She's gentle and kind and her place is spotless. Mai, you're the BEST !!! read more

Doggy Box - Thanks Mai for making me look so handsome! Toby ( woof!!!) - Pet Groomers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Love Mai and the staff at doggy box. I feel totally safe leaving my baby with Mai. She was even to make make my moms dirty dog look like a million bucks! They're the best! read more

Doggy Box - Never has this dog looked and smelled so good! - Pet Groomers Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Mai and her team does an excellent job of grooming our dog! Every groom is consistently done well and the staff is always courteous! I would highly recommend this business to anyone who needs their services. read more

We love Mai!! She is the best!!! We have gone to her for over 12 years. She always does a perfect job. No one can cut and file dog nails and cut dog hair like Mai. read more

Mai and her team do an AMAZING job grooming their customers! Their location is in the commercial area of Kakaako, but still relatively easy to find. Located next to a nice flower shop, this place is well organized, clean and cheerful. You know how your pet has to "go" before their appointment? Mai thought of that too: no grass areas outside, but inside there's a small gated area with a pee pad set up inside so the dogs have a place to do their business. Their branding reflects their ambitions: your pet will leave looking like a preciously wrapped gift ready for you to open. While I have not seen any large breeds serviced here, I can confidently say that the staff will provide the highest care for all small breeds. Bring your fur-baby to Doggy Box: they'll love you for it. read more

Mai is awesome ! Thank you! Love how she styles my Lhasa Apso. He looks like the cutest Teddy Bear :)

Loveeee taking our dog here!! They do a really good job. Being that our dog is a beagle, it's hard to find places to wash her. They even take cute pictures of your dog! I love how the owner always squeezes our dog in. read more

Oh my!! Not enough stars on yelp & in the galaxy to give Mai! When I called her again to see if she had an opening she recognized my voice right away (mind you its been almost a year since we last seen Mai..naughty gammy) but I took Peanut in again for a nail trim as well as a general grooming. She is so patient and calming with peanut. As I was signing some personal information she was sitting with peanut & petting him that he felt so relaxed that he was ready to take a nap! So she told me that she would be done in about 45 minutes . I've never left peanut alone with anyone besides family, but as soon as I left he willingly followed to get his "groom" on. 45 minutes later & I got me a clean, shiny & happy dog. Like I tell everyone with a dog, go & see Mai at doggy box, she'll make your doggy feeling like a million bucks!! Thanks again Mai! Me & peanut will be back in 2 months to get his "groom" on:) read more

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