Top 10 Pet-friendly hotels on the mainland - read my blog post Hale Ka Lae, the new luxury condo project on Hawaii Kai Dr, will be a pet-friendly community. Contact me if you have an interest in learning more about the residences.
New report on Service Animals, resources & links - request below
Top Dogs for 2010
The American Kennel Club announced the most popular breeds for last year, and the Lab is still #1. Others winners are: #2-German Shepherds. #3-Yorkshire terrier. #4-Beagles. #5-Golden Retrievers. #6-Bulldog. #7-Boxer. #8-Dachshund. #9-Poodles. #10-Shih Tzu.
Top Pet Names for 2010
Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI), one of the nation’s oldest and largest providers of pet health insurance, sorted its database of more than 485,000 insured pets to determine last year’s most popular pet names.
Dog Names (in order of popularity): Bella, Bailey, Max, Lucy, Molly, Buddy, Maggie, Daisy, Charlie, Sophie
Cat Names (in order): Max, Bella, Chloe, Oliver, Lucy, Smokey, Shadow, Tiger, Tigger, Charlie
Pet owners view their pets as part of the family, and this is reflected in their names. Only 13 in the nearly 1/2 million database of pets were named Fido. Read more at RISMedia. Traveling to Hawaii with Fido?
Planning on bringing your pet to Hawaii for the holidays? Read my recent blog post with links to the requirements you have to satisfy.
Blog on Finding a Rental with a Pet in Honolulu Magazine Hawaii Humane Society offers Pets in Housing Program
Our humane society now offers a service to connect pet-loving landlords with would-be renters who own pets, termed the Pets in Housing Program. If you own a pet and want a rental, start here and pass the word so more landlords will use the site.  6th Annual Hawaii Kai Dog Walk a Big Success
We had a great walk this year, with a few more participants than last, and were able to give a donation to Hui I'lio, the group responsible for the park. Come join us - it is one of the most popular places in Hawaii Kai!
Sirius Puppy Training now available
Pet's Discount has announced Sirius puppy training classes at their Hawaii Kai Towne Center location every week starting in April. The program is based on the principle that owners have the greatest opportunity to influence their dog's behavior during the first few weeks of ownership. Contact Pet's Discount at 808-732-0258 and visit www.siriuspuppytraining.com . Star Bulletin List of Pet-friendly Hotels and Businesses
Read my Active Rain blog about Honolulu and Hawaii Kai efforts to become more pet-friendly. Emergency Shelters that Take Pets
In case of a hurricane or tsunami evacuation, see the link on the right for statewide shelters. The 2 designated pet-friendly facilities for Hawaii Kai are Kaiser High School and Kalani High School. New Report on Sharing your Outdoors with your Pet - request belowCarbon PawPrints for Pets - what you can do: read my blog articleHawaii Animal Sanctuary Fundraiser Over but they still need help
Proceeds to buy supplies for the animals. 603 Hahaione. 808-294-0205. Need washer/dryer, cat & dog crunchies and pet food, cleaning supplies.
Pet Shelters Full and Needing Funds as Economy forces Pet Owners to give up their animalsRead my blog post on the increasing problem shelters in the Islands are having as they fill to capacity and face funding shortages. The national/statewide economic problems have affected pet owners too. You can help by donating time or money to a shelter of your choice. Pet Airways Now OperatingThe first flight of Pet Airways July 14, the first-ever all-pet airline, was a huge success. Owners Alysa Binder and Dan Wiesel started the airline 4 years ago, and have spent that time designing the fleet of 5 cargo planes remodeled for pets, dealing with FAA regulations, and setting up schedules and marketing. They have been overwhelmed with the response. Right now, the airline flies between New York, Washington, Chicago, Denver, and LA - so while they don't come to Hawaii yet, at least you have options for your pet once you reach the mainland. Fares are comparable to pet fees with the largest US airlines, starting at $149 one-way. Visit PetAirways online for more information. Pet Nutrition on a BudgetIf you are trying to cut back on expenses and think your pet's food bill might be one place to save money, consider spending a little time on pet nutrition and making your own - treats or complete meals. Rick Woodford of Portland, OR, who is writing a book on cooking for your dog or cat (after he learned how to himself) suggests you take a good look at people food you may be ready to throw away. "Before it goes bad, see if it can go in the dog's bowl." Read more about making your own pet food and good books on pet nutrition on my Active Rain blog post. Hawaiian Humane Society again Offers Neuter NowThe Humane Society has taken away the Neuter Now program from the Animal Care Foundation, which lost the contract April 7. The company had planned to offer a mobile clinic to serve underrepresented areas of the island. Apparently the plans didn't meet contract requirements. Now the Humane Society is back to the original Neuter Now program in place for many years, where pet owners choose from 18 clinics and 44 vets islandwide. Sterilization certificates for the program range from $20 for families on government assistance (EBT card holders) to $75 for a female dog and can be picked up at any satellite city hall or Humane Society location. Pacific Paws Offers Innovative Services for Hawaii Kai Pet OwnersIf you are planning a vacation and don't want to board your pets, or just want day care or at-home vacation-sitting, contact Pacific Paws in the Koko Marina Center. They also offer grooming, training, nutritional supplements, and advice. 808-394-9663.
Hawaii Kai Dog Park
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