Who We Are

Rooted in care, built on trust.

Happy Ohana Dog Training is more than a training service. We partner with families to build calm, confident, and well-balanced dogs through immersive board-and-train support.

Aloha, I'm Kirk

Meet the Founder

Aloha, I'm the heart behind Happy Ohana.

I started Happy Ohana Dog Training with a simple goal: help dogs live their best lives by giving them the structure, confidence, and calm they need.

My approach blends real-world exposure, positive reinforcement, and consistent techniques that work both at home and in high-distraction environments. Every dog is treated like family.

Let's grow your dog's potential, together.

Training approach

Positive reinforcement, consistent structure, and real-world exposure in places where dogs need to succeed.

Core skills

Heel, place, recall, distance down, crate confidence, car loading, and calm behavior around distractions.

Our Philosophy

What guides every training session

The values below shape how we work with dogs and the families who love them.

Care

Every dog is treated like family. We build trust through patience, positive reinforcement, and genuine connection.

Structure

Consistent routines and clear cues give dogs the confidence to make good choices in any environment.

Aloha

The spirit of ohana shapes everything we do. We partner with families so progress lasts well beyond training.

Behind the Scenes

A look inside the program

Real moments from training sessions, home environments, and the dogs who grow here.

Want to see if we're a good fit?

Schedule a meet-and-greet to discuss your goals and whether the board-and-train program is the right match for your dog's needs.

Call now: (808) 741-9469