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

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.

Went to look at fish for aquarium. Best place to buy Rummy nose tetra, price is listed at $4.39,…read moreother shops where at $5.99 and $6.99. But members have discounts which dropped the price to $3.45 (tax included). Price = 5 stars. But to get to purchase it is another story. Strange vibe from person catching the fish, basically told me, "what do I want, how many, is that all, go wait by the cashier, I'll bring you the fish", sure took a long time to catch the fishes compared to other shops. Did not mention any discounts and I didn't see any signs stating discounts. Then I go to the cashier, she ask for phone number, told her I don't want to give it to her. Didn't realize she was trying to get my membership number pulled up. Took out my credit card to pay and was told I'm not allowed make a purchase, so questioned her that I buy fish food from their Honolulu location, what does she mean I'm not allowed to make a purchase, then she clarified that since I'm not a member I'm not allowed to purchase live animals including fishes. I wanted to make sure I heard her correctly and restated back to her, so I have to be a member to purchase fish, she said yes, if not they couldn't sell me fish. So I question her, the fish in the bag will have to go back in the tank? She says yes. Silence..... So on my end I state, can I sign up to be a member, and from there it moved on to purchasing the fish. For those who want to return dead fish - the cashier explained to me the rules, bring back dead fish within 30 days, bring receipt, and bring some of the aquarium water (as they test the water), need these 3 items or they can't give you a return. The people that I interacted with kind of threw me off, almost like I were dealing with robots, I'm sure they are very nice people. But it got me thinking, what if I told fish person, I want 5 of this, 5 of that and 5 of that fishes, I'm pretty sure would have took +15 minutes to bring to the cashier. Then I tell cashier I don't have a membership, and we just stare at each other like robots. Get rid of the membership requirement to buy fishes.

I usually visit the Kapolei location, but today we placed an order here and decided to shop around…read morea bit. I wanted to recognize Cody for his exceptional service -- he was professional, friendly, and handled a busy situation with patience and care. Even though there was a long line and he was the only associate at the register, Cody took the time to communicate clearly, letting me know he'd assist me after taking care of the line. I truly appreciated his professionalism and positive attitude -- great service like that doesn't come often. Thank you, Cody!

I called first thing in the morning today and luckily they booked my dog an appointment later in…read morethe day. My husband and I are both speechless and very happy to see our Oreo's new look!!! Lucky to have found this place !! Thank you Ms. Jin!! We will definitely see you again !!

We have bee going to J Grooming studio for about three years now since we got our bichon. Julia…read moredoes an amazing job. She was really good with providing feedback on how to train my bichon for her haircuts. She also lets me know if a hairstyle might not work for my dog because of the type of hair that my dog has. When I have a hairstyle I want my dog to try, I show it to Julia and she knows exactly what to do and how to make it work for my dog. I really like the service where the dogs get dressed up and take a studio picture. I like that it is an added bonus to my dogs spa day. Our dog loves going to Julia and enjoys her time there, she is always so eager to go to get her hair cut. The studio is by appointment only and they only take 1 to two dogs. I usually schedule my next appointment after my dog get groomed so her appointments are consistent. The shop is clean and has a very welcoming atmosphere. I like that it also has a cute set up. The prices are reasonable for the services provided.

Checking in was pretty fast because I made my appointment on the app. Friendly, clean store. Nadine…read morewas Kiki's groomer she did a good job.

I went into Petsmart kapolei today and this sweet lady manager who was there about 2:30 pm ish ,Oct…read more. 8 2025 was so nice and caring and helpful with my order I made online . She straightened it all out perfectly!

Our dog recently stayed with Loving Paws and we can't recommend them enough! Stephanie was so…read moreamazing our boy felt right at home. We received frequent updates and pictures which gave us peace of mind. We loved our experience with Loving Paws!

This was our first time boarding our 6-month-old puppy, K.O., and we couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience. From the very beginning, Stephanie at Loving Paws Dog Boarding was incredibly well-organized and provided detailed instructions for everything needed--nothing was overlooked. During our initial visit, K.O. immediately took to her, which gave us instant peace of mind. Stephanie has such a warm and calm presence, and it's clear she genuinely loves and understands dogs. She also sent us photo updates throughout K.O.'s stay. In the first photos, he looked a little shy (totally expected for a young pup), but by the end, he was happy, relaxed, and playing with his new furry friends. It was such a relief and joy to see him so comfortable and having fun! We're beyond grateful for the care and attention Stephanie gave to our pup. We'll definitely be bringing K.O. back for future stays. If you're looking for a thoughtful, reliable, and truly loving dog boarding experience--Loving Paws Dog Boarding is it!

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!!!

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.

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!

Poor communication. High rates. Initial inquiry went unanswered. Emails unanswered. Texts…read moreunanswered. I asked for a quote, waited weeks, and never received it. Ended up going with another island transport service who provided immediate response and good communication, for 1/3 of the price.

Thankfully HNL Pet transport was referred and able to help us. Moving to Hawaii solo with a hundred…read morepound crate was tough enough, then to have to transport that to a cargo interisland flight ‍ I am forever grateful for their services. My dog was greeted upon arrival, let out for a comfort stop and they handled all of my connections from quarantine to the next flight. I was happy to have someone who knew the routine and took care of us flawlessly.