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!

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.

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.

Last month I had to take 2 trips to TX in a 3 week time period. It was my first time off the island…read moresince I moved here in July 2024. I was super nervous leaving my fur babies behind as I have had bad experiences in the past with other sitters, but thankfully I found Waikīkī Pet Pals! I was matched with a sitter and she took care of all my girls needs while I was away. She sent daily updates and photos and put my mind at ease being over 3000 miles away. I highly recommend their professional services for any of your pet sitting needs. Thanks Breanna and especially Maile!!

This team is the best! My dog is happier to see them than when I come home. I have used them twice…read moreand they are great spoil my little one so much I think she doesn't even miss me.

Waikiki Wags stands out from the other pet sitting services because of their love for not only the…read morepets but for the owners. Linda, the owner, takes her time to get to know you and your pet. She knows her workers well so she matches them up by the pet and also by the owners. She really takes the time to understand your needs. When she matches you up with one of her workers, that worker comes out to meet your pet and spend time with you to get to know your pet, the routine, any nuances, etc. We have used Waikiki Wags for a coupe years now and Hiroko has been fantastic. When they say peace of mind, it's really peace of mind. We get updates and pictures on the daily and throughout the day. Hiroko stays over and she is neat and respectful. She really loves our fur baby and he loves her too. Can't say enough great things about Waikiki Wags! Thank you Linda and your staff, specifically Hiroko, for being awesome people and doing what you do. We are truly appreciative and grateful.

Waikiki Wags was referred to us by a friend who has used them for their baby. They have always been…read moreaccommodating for us even when we had last minute plans that took us away from the islands. Never need to worry when on vacation and our little girl always looks happy when we pick her up. They are highly recommended!

We LOVE Happy Puppy Kingdom! Sophia (the owner) and her team are absolutely amazing! They take such…read morewonderful care of my furry son and treat him like part of their family. They are very kind, attentive, and always goes above and beyond. I love that they host fun events and sometimes even make homemade meals and treats for the pups -- it really shows how much they care. My dog always comes home happy, tired, and loved. Couldn't ask for a better daycare!

NEW NEW NEW Happy…read morePuppy Kingdom is at your service for all your basic spa services + training needs! Reasonable pricing, multiple dog discounts available. Their Instagram showcases all their amazing customers and the great care, love they give to each pup. Find them in Facebook too under "Paw and Tail Club". 10/10 would recommend if you live in Honolulu. Theyre located on Kalakaua Ave.

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.

This review is not for boarding or training as it turns out we did not need it after all. But I did…read morewant to review Hele Mai K9/Kehau on her responsiveness to my inquiry. There was a chance I was going to need boarding for a dog and I inquired first via Yelp. As it is cumbersome to communicate solely on Yelp, Kehau asked if we could move to text. From there we were able to discuss timing of our potential boarding needs. Kehau was professional and responsive and I really appreciate the level of service she provided even before we were a client.

I call these guys the dog whisperers. Their love for animals show and they treat my dog like it's…read moretheir own dog. My dog feels loved when he's with them and he looks forward to the next visit! I also know he will get plenty of time outside, as both Natalie and Andres are the most outdoor-loving people I know. I would highly recommend Barkhaus. Whenever I'm in town with my dog, I always rely on their services. Thank you Natalie and Andres!

Where do I start??? Natalie is FANTASTIC, patient, friendly, and punctual…read more When we decided to add a member to our family, after finding a breeder, we KNEW that we needed a trainer to help us transition from never having a pet, to being a patient and loving furry family. The day that we picked up Izzy from the breeder, we texted Natalie on the way home and she met us in less than an hour after introducing Izzy to her new home. Izzy's training began immediately, and I could tell that she adored Natalie and paid attention to EVERYTHING she said and did. We've since had additional training sessions and day outings. Izzy sees a HUGE benefit from every minute spent with Barkhaus. We will happily continue, and I would recommend them to anyone living in town. Super happy!

Ric is truly one of the kindest people I've ever met. He was great with my cat, Trekee. While away…read moreon my last travel, it was unfortunate that my beloved cat had to be put to sleep. He was old (20 years old) and had lived a long and happy life, but it was time for him to say goodbye. Though I was already expecting it to happen, I was still crushed. The only thing that made me feel better was knowing that Ric was with him and he made sure to take care of things. Ric went beyond the extra mile to take care of everything, not only for Trekee's sake, but for mine as well. It gave me peace of mind knowing Ric was with Trekee at the vet's clinic when he was being put to sleep. I would recommend Ric and Hapa Sitting Service in a heartbeat. They truly care for animals - all kinds, shapes, and sizes. I will forever be thankful to Ric and his wife for what they did for me.

Again, I can't say enough about Ric and Hapa Sitting Service!!! I have been using them for years…read morenow and honestly will never stray. Luna loves him as family and my house is always well taken care of and Luna cared for, fed, showered with attention and walked. Love him and will continue to use their services for many more years to come!

Follow-Up Review This is a follow-up review we did not want…read moreto have to make. This is not the response we were expecting from the owner, Alex. Unfortunately, rather than an apology or accountability, we were met with personal attacks. We were called hoarders, accused of being uncaring pet owners, and labeled dishonest. These accusations were hurtful and unprofessional. Support of Expansion We want to clarify that we have never been unsupportive of her business expansion. As an entrepreneur myself, I genuinely celebrate growth within our local community. Supporting local businesses is especially important here in Hawaii. Our concern was never about expansion it was about a personal invasion of privacy that made us uncomfortable and unable to maintain trust within our home. Passport & Privacy We have video surveillance showing that more than just the back of a passport was visible. The passport was opened and viewed. Regardless of intent, a passport is a private legal document containing sensitive personal information. It does not pertain to dog walking services and should not be handled or examined by a service provider. Refrigerator & Freezer Our surveillance also shows our refrigerator and freezer being opened unnecessarily. A personal food item fell out, was used to cool down her face, and then placed back into our freezer. There were no personal ice packs present only our food items. This was unexpected and inappropriate. "Hoarding" Comment We appreciated that chewed items were removed that day when our dog chewed up his slow feeder bowl. However, being publicly labeled as "hoarders" is inaccurate and damaging. We had storage containers stacked in a room partially used for storage something common in many Hawaii households where space is limited. This does not constitute hoarding. We maintain our home responsibly. Service Length & Charges We reviewed our app conversations again and found no direct communication indicating a change in service length. We did miss a community group post mentioning rate increases. While we understand that rates may change, we were unaware that our scheduled time had been reduced. Had a price increase for a 30-minute session been clearly communicated, we would have gladly accepted it. Refund & Account We have not received confirmation or documentation of any processed refund and would appreciate a receipt for our records.Our account still exists within the app and prior conversations remain accessible. The app was simply removed from our phone once services were discontinued. The review was posted after waiting several days without a response. She also had our phone number but did not reach out directly. Reviews Clarification There were no coordinated or duplicate reviews. One review was posted on Google and one on Yelp by the same individual. No multiple accounts were created. A Google account was created solely to share this experience, as this was the first time we have felt compelled to post a negative review. Grief Statement We understand pet loss deeply and would always extend grace in that situation. It was stated that certain issues were due to grieving and needing time to spend the last moments with a senior pet. We later learned through those who knew her, as well as publicly available posts that were shared with us, that those final moments had actually taken place 5-6 months earlier (March/April), not during the month referenced. We would have responded with empathy and understanding had the timeline been accurate. However, the discrepancy left us feeling confused and hurt, as the explanation did not align with the information that was publicly available. We did not want this situation to escalate. We expected professionalism, respect for privacy, and honest communication. Instead, we were met with personal accusations that do not reflect our character or the facts. We have documentation from that time but hope it will not be necessary to share it. Our intention is simply to clarify our experience.

I can't say enough about the Furry Ohana team, they are truly caring professionals. They take the…read moretime and make every effort to ensure my dog is comfortable on walks and is well taken care of while I'm am away. This is a great Ohana and you should definitely give them a try!