meet the pack
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Ashley
Owner & trainer
Ashley grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she realized her love for animals and desire to work with them at a very young age. She entered the animal care field early, volunteering and trying to learn whatever she could, whenever she could. She has held many jobs within the animal care field, including but not limited to, wildlife care & rehab, doggie daycare management and socialization, animal rescue, canine and feline boarding & grooming, as well as basic canine obedience training. With a special interest in canine socialization and activities such as pack-walking, Ashley believes that the "ideal" or balanced dog can be easily achieved through structured group activities, the right energy, and proper exercise of mind and body.
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Makana
Owner & trainer
Makana was born and raised on O’ahu. A graduate of Kamehameha School, Makana volunteered his time at the Hawaiian Humane Society for senior service day which reignited a passion and interest in animals that he had as a child. He developed a strong interest in canine behavior, as well as socialization, and believes that there's always something more to learn and always something new for dogs to teach us. Makana has years of experience in the doggie daycare/boarding field, as well as experience working with aggressive dogs. With a special interest in behavior modification, Makana is open to working with any dog that comes his way and understands that most unwanted behaviors can be corrected with the right tools. Makana believes that there is truly no such thing as a "bad" dog.
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Haupia & Mickey
Helper dogs & professional goofballs
Mickey & Haupia are Makana and Ashley’s dogs, and you’ll probably see them around very often! They are the helper dogs of Kaulike K9, and you’ll often see them actively participating in pack walks, assessments, training sessions, etc. Along with being all around goofs, they also help dogs learn to communicate better, as well as helping Makana and Ashley understand what the other dog(s) need the most out of them.
What People Are Saying About Us!
“Our boys Ehu & Ollie have been working with Ash & Makana for about a year now, and "Kaulike" is probably the most perfect name for them. The perfect balance begins with themselves and resonates through their business, their structured plans, everything that they do with our pups and teach us and other dog owners. They're truly passionate about dogs and their jobs as trainers, and really just want to see you and your dog succeed.”
— Chelsie M.
“Makana and Ashley have years of experience with dogs. They are friendly patient and very compassionate at what the do… Their prices are great for what they do and they offer package deals.”
— Lynne C.
“The pups and I love these guys ! We wouldn't know what to do without them… We can't recommend these guys enough!”
— Haley U.
“The strides we've made so far have been enormous. Just the strategies they've devised for Luca… have been HUGE! And it took a lot of pivoting on their end to tailor a strategy that's going to work out the best for his particular sensitivities. We often look back at it now and wondered where we'd be if we'd done the kind of training Makana and Ashley offer first instead.”
— Camille C.
“There's not enough words that can express how grateful and happy we are that Ashley and Makana decided to start up Kaulike K9.”
— Wendy Y.
“Our Lii girl has just started hanging with Ashley, Makana and the rest of the pack and she LOVES it! The humans (us) love the convenience and how friendly and professional Ashley and Makana are. I never worry when Lii is with them because I know she's in good hands. Mahalo, Kaulike K9!”
— Kawena L.
“Ashley and Makana, owners of Kaulike K9 are absolutely the best people to ensure a safe and adventurous day for your canine.”