We've used Island Dog Obedience for both their regular board and train and their service dog board…read moreand train for our two Australian shepherds, and their services have been life changing. The difference in recall alone is worth it. Our dogs come back reliably now, which is something we struggled with for a long time on our own. Their overall behavior improved across the board too, not just the specific things we went in wanting to fix. Raya is the reason this works. She is the real deal. She's incredibly responsive, and she sends updates throughout the training so you're never left wondering how your dog is doing. The videos she sends also provide instruction for you as the dog owner. She clearly cares about every dog that comes through, and it shows in the results. What sets her apart, though, is that she doesn't disappear when the program ends. She's still there for us, giving advice on how to keep the training going at home, answering questions, and helping us hold onto the progress. That kind of ongoing support is rare and it makes all the difference for us to keep up the training at home. If your dog needs real help, go see Raya. There's no one we would trust our dogs with more!

Our girl had the best learning environment available on her journey to service dog material. Kristi…read morewas amazing. We received daily videos of how training was going. Tips for how to maintain her new learned behaviors. Kristi guided us so we can maintain her new behaviors at home. Best of the 10 commands, heel - I didn't realize how bad she was pulling until she stopped. Thank you Kristi! And thank you Island Dog Obedience!

From the very beginning, all communication was clear and thorough. Sherry (Sherrie? Cherie?) was…read moregreat at answering all our questions and putting our minds at ease about putting our two pit bulls through training. We eventually decided on the basic 4-lesson training sessions, and we just completed our last one yesterday with Loren. Shout out to Loren for working so well with our Tank and Pepper!! First and foremost, you MUST be willing to practice reinforcing all the lessons you learn on your own time in between training sessions. It's like learning something once and then not doing your homework...would that work? Of course not. SOooooo.... my husband and I (mostly my husband), really put a lot of effort into doing our "homework" in between sessions with Loren. I mean, I wouldn't want to be the embarrassed parents who didn't help their children succeed, lol. Anywho, each training session was clear and had lots of scaffolding and repetition, so that our pups could succeed. There was plenty of explanation behind all the commands and corrections, so we knew how to handle our specific dogs. I think the personalization and customization was wonderful, and it makes me really happy to see that the trainer knew his stuff! Further, it was clear that he genuinely cared about each dog and his/her personality traits that makes each dog unique. During the 4-lesson basic package, Tank and Pepper learned sit (with duration and distance), place (with duration and distance), heel (still needs LOTS of practice), and down (with distance and duration). Now from here on out, it's about reinforcement, reinforcement, reinforcement. I don't want to lose any of this precious learning, so we better stay on top of things and continue the great work that has begin. We're so happy with k9 Off Leash that we are now also seriously considering the 2-week board and train with both Tank and Pepper. I know these guys are way booked out, so if you're even considering, then I suggest you call them right away!! Thank you, Loren, ad k9 Off Leash for your help with Tank and Pepper!!

From the very first conversation with Sherry,I was put at ease leaving my baby for the first…read moretime,then meeting his trainer Nicole ,let me just say they are amazing ,kind ,people ,with what has to be the patience of a saint,My boy was a good boy but had issues with not listening ,Nicole took him into her home,and they went holoholo everyday training,and at the end of the day we'd get pictures and or videos of how Oliver did ,which made it so much easier with my seperation anxiety lol,Oliver learned so much in 2 weeks,and we are enforcing those boundries at home as well,and he is doing great,we are atill in touch with Nicole and we get a lifetime of free refreshers if needed,If your thinking about it ,do it its worth every penny!

Sabrina is truly so amazing!…read more I came to her wanting to train a Psychiatric Service Dog for myself and she was the most sweet and caring person. I could not have asked for a better experience with this whole process. Sabrina has always been so responsive and kind about my situation since I am a student financing the cost of a Service Dog on my own and she has been nothing but extremely flexible and understanding the entire way through. I got my baby Sugar Plum from her and she was raised with Sabrina. Since I started working with her, she has been such an angel and I am so lucky to have such a great dog who is always so attentive and well behaved. I have had virtually no issues with training my puppy with her help. But if I do, Sabrina is always right there to help me out! I canʻt count how many times that Iʻve asked Sabrina questions about raising my puppy or how to train or even what cage size I should get for her. Itʻs not just the training you get with her, sheʻs really there for any support which I have been so extremely grateful for. She knows her way with the dogs and I trust her with my puppy more than anyone else. I cannot recommend Sabrina and Balanced Obedience enough, and everyone I talk to knows it! If you are looking for trustworthy adoption, training, and/or boarding, this is it!

Balanced Obedience has truly been a dream come true! Sabrina is absolutely amazing…read more Before training, I couldn't even walk our dog because she pulled so hard. It wasn't just me--even our dog sitters struggled to walk her. She also greeted everyone by barking, whether they were coming into our home or we were visiting theirs. She sounded like a fierce guard dog... which is pretty funny considering she's a full-blooded Golden Retriever! The transformation has been incredible. Not only is she so much better behaved, but we've also learned how to communicate with her in a way we never knew before. The training didn't just change our dog--it changed our relationship with her. We can't recommend Balanced Obedience enough. If you're on the fence about investing in training, take the leap. It is worth every penny, and you'll be so glad you did!

On our way to a dinner reservation at The Pig & The Lady, Jamie W and I made a point of stopping by…read morethis boutique. Even though we don't own a pet, we have friends who do and became curious about the shop through a local YouTube vlogger. What makes it unique is that it's a gay-owned business. As I accurately surmised, they offer locally sourced pet food and treats and specialty accessories in a friendly and inclusive space. Some of the treats looked appetizing enough for human consumption like ahi tuna jerky and dried duck necks (Photo 7). Of course there were Spam musubi squeaker toys and a variety of leashes in a multitude of colors (Photo 2). They even offered merch for non-pet owners like us. While I sadly bypassed the "Heated Rivalry" stickers (Photo 10), I couldn't help but get the rainbow toothbrushes (Photo 9). Wouldn't you? No surprise the staff was a kick. RELATED - Exploring Hawaii? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/uYcafC7R5e

It has been a while since I've been back! But I was browsing along Waialae when I came up on…read morePublic Pet. Went in to see what they had. A friendly hello but they youngins seemed like they'd rather be out having fun than working. I don't blame them. I bought a small musubi and a shaved ice for Cako. She loved them both! Especially the shaved ice, I mean, who doesn't like shaved ice? LOL! Cako Approves!

The teachers are knowledgeable & the atmosphere if very supportive…read more My 10 month old puppy is very reactive around other dogs & I'm finding this has (after 2 lessons)helped her pay attention to me while other dogs are nearby.

As a first time dog mom, I can wholeheartedly say that I trust Tammy with Mauka 100%. I owe not…read moreonly training Mauka as a little pup, but also helping me as a new dog mom. She made me feel like i could get over any obstacles me and Mauks faced. She is truly such an amazing trainer. Mauka absolutely loved aunty Tammy so much, he would know right when we took the turn to go to her house and start looking out the window for her. After one day of training mauka knew sit, lie down, and stay. Every since i got Mauka Tammy has been the only person I have trusted and kept my full trust. We can't wait to invest more time and $ into A-Z Dog Training! WE LOVE OUR AUNTY TAMMY!!!!!!

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!

Our big boy, Rigatoni (Rigs), uses the private play option a lot. We have been actively working on…read morehis reactivity toward other dogs, and sending him here weekly has made a massive difference. Because of his time with you, he is no longer nearly as barky during our neighborhood walks. When we first started coming here, I was incredibly burnt out. Rigs and I were on a constant, exhausting cycle of trying to train through his reactivity. From day one, this team welcomed us with open arms and reminded me that Rigs just needs patience. While I still get a little cautious on our walks sometimes, it is nothing like it used to be. I am so grateful for the hard work, care, and support you provide. Thank you guys so much!

Always Awsome my zen ( Doberman ) Has a blast all pics in…read morewoof report looks so smiling & happy it's like doggy Disneyland 5 stars everytime !comp bath with 1 week Boarding is a bonus , handlers are Awsome & caring very responsive to our needs Mahalo nui.!!

For anyone who is looking for an integrative medicine practice for their four legged family…read moremembers, I strongly recommend KAI Animal Institute. They were referred to us by our vet at VCA Kaneohe to treat our dog's degenerative disease that impacted her spinal cord, affecting her back legs and ability to walk. She had been going for laser therapy treatment at VCA for pain which was initially working, then her vet recommended Dr. Gregg Levine and KAI Animal Institute as an integrative and complementary mode of treatment for pain management of her spinal cord disease. We're so glad her vet recommended KAI Animal Institute. In our first communication with Dr. Levine, he went over our dog's history over the phone, and went over various modes of treatment he could offer to relieve our dog's pain. We then setup a treatment session at his healing studio for him to assess our dog's health and recommend the most appropriate course of treatment. Stepping into KAI Animal Institute's studio, we were greeted with a calming and healing oasis that was thoughtfully designed for animals where Dr. Levine used various treatments like low level light laser therapy, rehab therapy, targeted pulse electromagnetic field therapy, and acupuncture for our dog's pain. In addition, his wife, Julie, an animal behaviorist, performed harmonic therapy for our dog during the treatment which used sound healing powers to further help calm and treat our dog in addition to the acupuncture, etc. Soothing music was played in the background during the treatment session which helped even my husband and I to relax. During and after each session, we could see a change in our dog's behavior and demeanor. She would smile and be so happy, excited to go to KAI Animal Institute's healing oasis and see Dr. Levine and Julie because she knew they would help her feel better. She was able to stand for brief periods with assistance and continually kept trying to use her back legs on her own. Mahalo Nui Loa Dr. Levine and Julie for providing such kind, compassionate, and caring treatments to our dog to help her with pain management. We are so thankful, grateful and blessed to have met Dr. Levine and Julie and can't recommend them enough for complementary care for animals dealing with pain or recovering from an injury or surgery.

My beagle Keira and I have had many amazing training and therapy sessions with Dr. Gregg Levine at…read morehis Kai Animal Institute. His holistic approach to addressing whatever issue the dog is presenting that day and using the full range of therapies to treat them instead of having to pick from an ala carte menu like other places has been amazing. From acupuncture, to cold laser therapy, and even fun physical games that get the dog to strengthen the right muscles. Even a stroll along the beach was integrated to help heal the mind and body. Being a part of the therapy myself as opposed to just waiting outside a clinic has strengthened the bond and trust between my dog and myself. She has learned new tricks, even at the age of 13, that have enriched her life and our relationship. We started with him to just address a back leg injury Keira had suffered, but have since expanded to help Keira heal and hold off the bits of aging her body has begun to show. I am beyond pleased with the results and use the therapy and training techniques Dr. Levine taught us daily to continue my dog's healing and progress. As you can see in the last photo, Keira is a very happy customer at the end of every session! I can't recommend Kai Animal Institute enough!

Paula is great with our recently adopted rescue dog. Our formerly very anxious dog loves his…read moresessions with her! He has gained confidence under her training, and we have also benefited from Paula's guidance as new pet parents. Paula is a patient and caring trainer. We highly recommend her.

I desperately needed help with my high energy, reactive, guarding Pit Bull mix. I'm so grateful to…read morehave found Paula! Our first introductory visit was very informative and has given me hope in a hopeless situation. Paula is very observant, listens well, and has given helpful tips, options, and training techniques for structure and boundaries. She has a deep compassion for both humans and dogs, and truly desires for a positive outcome for both to be better together. I look forward to continued training sessions with her! Thank you Paula!

They were able to accommodate my needs on very short notice. They handled my dog really well and…read moretaught us skills to keep progress going for long term success.

Training was wonderful & very thorough. The trainers even…read morehelped train us, the humans. Our 2 year old dog is very much a part of our family now.