A friend and I decided to have an adventure with a MHS doggo. An afternoon walking on the beach,…read moresnoozing in the sand, enjoying the quiet and the sun, and having a bite of Mexican food and a pup cup before returning to the noisy and overcrowded shelter. Our doggo for the day was JT, a smaller black pitbull mix, who turned out to be a real gentleman. JT was happy to join us in our adventure, jumping into the SUV like a pro with a stuffy in his mouth and a wag in his tail, which matched our vibe exactly :) He was such a good boi at the restaurant, ignored the chickens begging from us and took a quick nap under a chair, waiting for a shrimp or a morsel of chicken to be offered from the gods. JT jumped for joy when he exited the car and smelled the sea air, life is good! We had a leisurely stroll along the sands, then he plonked himself down in the shade of a tree to destroy a tennis ball, then sploot out and have a nice snooze with a sandy nose and a smile on his furry face. We gave him a good hour, as it must have been a nice break from the noise of the shelter, with the trade winds gently cooling him and the murmur of the waves in the background. Once he woke up he was ready for the next part of the journey.....a pup cup from Starbucks :) In and out of the SUV like the pro he is, he waited patiently at the outdoor table with our friend while I sourced the pup cup. He wasn't sure for a second what it was then after his first lick he became a connoisseur of pup cups with a creamy smile and a glint in his eye. After a lot of lip licking and grooming we realised it was time to return him to the shelter. Once there he gave us a downward dog bow of thanks and he was off to his hopefully temporary home at MHS. What an adventure for all of us, and so enjoyable! If you have time to take a MHS dog out for the afternoon (12 noon pickup, 4pm dropoff), please, go on an adventure and give them a pup cup and some beach freedom, go jogging with them, take them on a drive and let them sniff the smells of Maui, give them a mini vacation. MHS provide a backpack with everything your doggo will need, blankie, stuffie, chew toy, treats, water and bowl, a safety belt addition for your car. All you have to do is provide a vehicle, time and fun! JT was a lovely boi, very well behaved, and he was a good example of a MHS dog. Unfortunately black dogs are the last dogs in the shelters to be adopted, I know I adopted one myself (I have 2 rescue bois at home), so hopefully there is someone out there waiting to meet JT and see what a fantastic doggo he is....could it be you? Why not spend some time with a MHS doggo and find out?

Really bummed to leave a 1-star review, but this is based on mine and my husband's recent…read moreexperience. We've been coming to the Humane Society for as long as we can remember and never had issues until this visit. Service: When we walked in, we were greeted, but the lady at the front demanded we sign in. Normally we don't have to because we're just in and out to visit the animals. We love animals, but we can't adopt yet due to our living situation. We signed in online, but honestly, we've never had to do that at any other location even on Oahu. We went to visit the dogs first - the facility there was clean. But when we got to the cat house, the smell was horrible. We've been coming here for years, and it has never smelled that bad before. Opening the cat house door was like getting smacked in the face with a strong, unpleasant odor. As we were looking at the kittens (and we always sanitize in between touching them), a lady wearing a mask walked up and asked, "Are you visiting the animals or adopting today?" We told her we were just visiting, and she walked away. I was barely even touching a kitten's paw through the cage when she suddenly said, "MAKE SURE YOU SANITIZE YOUR HANDS IN BETWEEN!" I told her, "Yeah, I know." There were plenty of other people around us, but she only told us that. We moved to look at more kittens, and even though we had already sanitized, she came up behind us again saying, "MAKE SURE YOU SANITIZE IN BETWEEN TOUCHING THEM." My husband and I looked at each other thinking, what the heck? It felt so uncalled for, especially because she was only talking to us. For context, my husband and I were the only local Hawaiian couple there. Everyone else was Haole, including her. She wasn't telling any of them to sanitize, just us. Honestly, it felt kinda racist. We were minding our own business, doing everything right, and she kept targeting us for no reason. We probably won't come back until we're ready to adopt - and even then, maybe not. I don't see what's wrong with visiting and showing love to the animals. We left feeling really disappointed and uncomfortable.

I saw an online ad for a rummage sale benefiting this place and it excited us all to go. It was a…read morevery mixed visit to say the least. The Hawaii Animal Sanctuary isn't what you'd think; it's mostly a safe zone for feral cats. The smell is immediately noticeable when you get out of the car: feline feces. The hot day we were there just made it worse the longer we stayed. The coolest part of this place is that the property owns a number of World War II era tunnels. They were used for munition and food storage before being decommissioned. Now the sanctuary uses them for large rummage sales to raise money for the property. The tunnels smell old; they're humid and a bit uncomfortable for people bothered by that type of climate. They offer $5 historic tours with a guide at noted times, so be sure to be there early if you're interested. Now for the unpleasant things. We brought our dog along and I felt unwelcome. I was so confused due to the name. Asking about the makeup of the animals they care for (as stated above) it's only cats. After we did our shopping, the dog and I waited outside. It was unbearably hot in the sun. We waited under the tarp area and were quickly met with fire ants biting our feet. Going under the trees, the smell was even worse, and immediately our feet were covered with flies. They were unrelenting. It was then we headed back in to the tunnel - I'd much rather deal with humidity than filth. In come the volunteers. I was reprimanded and rudely talked to on more than one occasion while I was minding my own business. No details are necessary, only they were "yelling" at the wrong person. It really turned me off to wanting to come back or bring others here. I'm unsure about their mission even less so when rudeness is all I experienced; outside of the stench that is.

My wife and I decided to tour the bunker tunnels at the Hawaii Animal Sanctuary in Aikahi on a…read moreSaturday in July at 11:00. First, the parking is very limited and you might have park a block away or so in the residential neighborhood. If you park outside, be aware that there is a very long and very steep driveway that you would have to walk up to get to the bunkers. Be prepared for a long hot tour if you go during the summer like we did. Bring water to hydrate and make sure you use the restroom just before you arrive because there is no public restroom. The fee for the tour is only $5 and $3 for children. Unfortunately our 11:00 tour was very large with about 70 people attending. So, as we enter the bunker we crowd together so we can listen to the tour guide but the air gets warmer because of everyone's body heat so you start perspiring from the start. The tunnels add to the acoustics so that with a large crowd you can hear everyone talking which makes it hard to hear the narration. People started shushing others but that only made them talk softer which really didn't help because their voices still can be heard in the tunnels. They say that the 1:00 tour is the least crowded so that might be the best option if you want to go. After the first half hour we gave up. We were dripping with sweat and frustrated because we couldn't hear the narration so we cut our losses and left. What history we did manage to hear was very interesting so I may return when the weather cools. There is also a thrift shop in the bunker where everything they sell is really cheap. My wife managed to find a few items and it only cost her $5. All proceeds go the the animal shelter so your money goes to a good cause.

We had a wonderful visit here today. Lauralee was a great guide & shared her beautiful space &…read moreanimals with our group. We had plenty of time & interactions with the goats, cats, pigs, guinea pigs, chickens, roosters & guinea pigs. She helped us to know them as individuals where we saw their little & big personalities. For instance, Matthew, the Turkey, is super cuddly & likes hugs. Henry, the tuxedo cat, also likes to be carried. The property is lovely, a true paradise with blooming plants. She takes volunteers on some days each week, but the admission fee was well worth the time & the cause. This is a great spot for all ages to visit. We stopped at Paia on the way there & back too, so pick up a snack or some kitschy or artsy store time on the way.

The first word that comes to mind is magical. This is a place for rescued farm (mostly) animals who…read morehave been abused in another life. Here they will only know love, safety, and kindness. There are lots of farm animals in addition to Guinea pigs and cats. It seems the only life mission of the cats is to greet and love the visitors. There are several large tortoises and they love to be brushed! I had no idea they have so much feeling in their shells. They will even fall asleep during brushing! The animals are very cuddly, and even the turkey loves to be held. This visit may be the highlight of my year, and I am fortunate to have many highlights. Laurelee is a treasure.

Such an amazing experience. The folks who work here, the volunteers, and the facility is wonderful…read more They do an amazing job caring for every cat - from those who are young, spry, and healthy, down to those who are medically fragile and on "quality of life watch". There are 650+ cats on site and YES most are adoptable!! They will ship the kitties to you, also. This is a worthy mission with a fantastic outcome. Not all kitties are friendly or willing to interact, but they give you treats to give the kitties to help them socialize with you. You can also bring wet food treats (the tubes) to feed them and win their love immediately. Haha. We didn't come here for this particular experience but it definitely influenced our decision. Love this!

This place is a cat-lovers dream!!! Nearly 1000 cats to see, play with and feed. The staff was…read morevery welcoming and take great care of the cats as well ad the facility. Not going to lie, it was quite a trek to get to, but it was also fun to explore this little island and what life is like for the people on it. We will definitely be back whenever we return to Maui again!

We made a new friend this week that is very involved here…read more Volunteers are needed that know some types of animals and have a history with care. This is not a school. . Personally I have had all the animals except goats. So I did dogs and rabbits. My wife did cats. They need clean up , socializing, Walking and a dog cookie. It's a dog jail to me and they need a human voice , a scratch and saying their name as you go by They have quirks and the staff fill you in. Pretty easy work if you know what to expect. We have already decided to make this part of our stay on maui. We have a month to go. The staff are most kind. The his is how you show your Aloha Spirit to Animals. Hello to Jack, Mochi and the red eye boxer. Great morning..

What a wonderful place full of precious, amazing and sadly uncared for (prior to coming o the farm)…read moreliving souls. Being an animal lover (as well as a vegetarian transitioning into vegan) this farm really touched my heart. I feel very grateful that there is this one. This farm is run by a family, so for the visitors and locals, please please please donate what you can. To the owners of the farm, THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR RUNNING A SUCH A WONDERFUL PLACE AND GIVING A HOME TO ANIMALS WHO TRULY DESERVE IT!!!

The baby animals are so cute! They like to be fed so they get as close to you as they can which is…read morefun! I like that they have food to feed them (a hand full for requested donation) or else you'd only be looking at animals from a far which is not as fun. It's feed at your own risk (because they supposedly all bite) but I would say it's pretty safe for kids because you're feeding them through a fence. Just watch that they dont stick their arms all the way in, just in case. I would recommend this to all ages and would definitely come back again!

The seven year old loves all animals and has a special place in her heart for animals with a rough…read morestart. She loves watching shows about animal rescues, so I knew had to try to make a visit here happen. I emailed in advance and scheduled a tour. The story of how EMAR started is very touching. When we arrived we were greeted by many ducks and chickens, ducklings and chicks. The volunteers were all super friendly and showed us around. EMAR clearly feels a void on the island and takes in almost any animal. It is volunteer run. We saw cats, a dog, pigs, goats, sheep, deer, Macaws, carrier pigeons, and more birds. Not to mention the ducks, geese and chickens. There is an opinionated goose named Mike Tyson that could easily have his own stand up act. The child loved the visit as did the adults. We will definitely be adding it to our donation rotation.

This place. Is awesome they really love all the animals And…read morethe crew is all volunteers. Please try to give if you can

We love Hearts for Animals Every time we visit Oahu we make sure we spend as much time with them…read moreas possible. JoAnn and Felix are very kind and take such a good care of horses, donkeys, goat, chickens, pigs and more. They are true inspiration . We even got a chance to volunteer and spend quality time with them. If you get a chance to do the same consider yourself blessed

I have spent time volunteering for Hearts For Animals for several weeks. I have a personal…read morerelationship with all the animals here. The donkeys, pigs, chickens, dog and especially the horses. JR, Libra and Samantha are siblings and very sweet. They all line up to love you. Sabrina is the blonde palomino who's mane looks like a mermaid and she is a total foodie! Max is the older one who enjoys being pet, and spoken to a lot. Chippewa is the alpha male who has taught these horses how to interact with humans in such a kind way, as his father and mother taught him before they grew old and passed. This is a non profit organization. Anyone who loves horses, and helping animals can contribute in any way. Such as feed, construction to reinforce horse stables, reused wood for building, monetary donations, debris removal, anything you can offer or think of. Or if you simply want to meet the horses for therapy or love we greatly appreciate your interest please reach out to the owner.

They are officially closed. The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands decided in the end to kick them…read moreoff the property and they relocated the animals to other places. More details can be found here: http://www.kitv.com/news/waimanalo-roadside-farm-to-close/32576846 REVIEW #283

Wonderful, helpful staff recommending several cat food brands for the 3 feral cats that I have…read moreadopted (a mom and two daughters!)

Ok we were buying ourselves time before checking in our flight and this is where we ended up…read more Super cute pet shop. They had various birds, fish, axolotls, you can even hold the pets as long as you wash your hands. I wanted to see the bunnies but that time they didn't have any. Staff was great too. Very friendly.