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Kohala Village Hub Pub (CLOSED)

Kohala Village Hub Pub (CLOSED)

55-514 Hawi Rd Hawi, Hawaii  96719 (808) 889-0404 Open Wed – Sat  8:00 am – 9:00 pm; Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm Website: http://kohalavillagehub.com/eat/cafe and on Facebook Review Date: Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017 (breakfast) After taking Margie to Kapa’au Vet this morning, I drove over to Hawi Farmers’ Market (no dogs allowed) to buy some homemade dog treats from Sarah Doyle who operates Blue Dragon Farms.  She uses fruits and vegetables from the farm for the dog treats, so I know they are fresh and healthy for my dogs.  She suggested I check out dog-friendly Kohala Village Hub Pub, so I walked next door and through the open doorway of this beautifully decorated building and was greeted by staff.  It is very open and airy, all shaded, with cool, tile floors, and very spacious…so unbelievably perfect for dogs!  I walked up to the counter and was impressed to see a “Pet Policy” sign on the wall (They also have Kohala Village Inn, a pet-friendly hotel!).  The board above listed...

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Hawaii Island Retreat (trail) – Kapa’au

Hawaii Island Retreat (trail) – Kapa’au

Directions: As you enter Kapa’au and pass Fig’s Mixed Plate on your left, drive past the guard rails and turn left at Maluhia Road.  It is a gravel road, and there will be a “Shoreline Public Access” and “Hawaii Island Retreat” signs.  Follow these signs.  Turn left at the “T” through the tunnel of trees, and turn right. Address: 54-250 Lokahi Road, Kapa’au, HI  96755 Website: http://www.hawaiiislandretreat.com/ About: Hawaii Island Retreat’s “50 acres of needled grove and valley trails include legendary council stones and native trees, planted generations ago by a Hawaiian kahuna and his beloved wife.”  The owners of Hawaii Island Retreat have graciously allowed LEASHED dogs and their owners to use their hiking and jogging trails.  The one time I visited, I was unable to locate any type of trail, but I’m sure it’s somewhere here, and it’s such a beautiful location, it’s nice to just stroll around.  KEEP IN MIND: Visitors come here for meditation and a healthy living retreat, so I suggest bringing only your quietest,...

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Dog Groomers

Dog Groomers

Doggy Detail 74-5599 Luhia St. D-6 Kailua-Kona HI 96740 (Old Industrial across from Ola Brew in Luhia Center II (middle level)) Book your grooming appointment through their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/doggydetailkona/ or by calling them at: (808) 731-7209. Lion cut for your feisty feline? Shaggy tabby cat shave down? Teddy bear cut for the pup? OH YES! Our skillful and talented stylist is ready to bring out the best features in your pet with our grooming services, be it a lion, tiger or bear, we can definitely help! Stylist and owner Daniela has over 16 years of grooming experience, her abilities are amazing, come see for yourself. She is able to provide your pets the best tailored services on the island as well as the comfort of knowing your pets are in the hands of professionals. Call them at 808-731-7209 for an appointment or book via facebook @doggydetailkona. Doggy Detail is a professional grooming salon and pet supply store in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. They are committed to using eco-friendly products to...

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Kohala Ranch Oceanview (2 rentals)

Kohala Ranch Oceanview (2 rentals)

Accommodations: On the same property, the owners rent out two very nice places: 1-bedroom, 1 bath guest house cottage; and a 2-bedroom apartment w/ hot tub Cost: $149/night (depending on time of year) + cleaning fee. The 2-bedroom apartment is $186/night (depending on time of year) + cleaning fee. Website: https://www.vrbo.com/402623 and https://www.vrbo.com/383020 Contact: Deborah and John at (808) 987-0277 Fence:  YES!  Beautifully, fully-fenced grassy yard immediately adjacent to where horses are kept, so keep this in mind! **Please note that since my review in 2015, it appears that the owner has made some improvements (including adding a hot tub!) to these units, so there may be some slight differences from the photos below.  I believe that the unit featured below has been turned into the 2-bedroom apartment with the hot tub. My Review: My friends from the mainland stayed here with their Golden Retriever, “Toko,” for 6 weeks in February 2015 and absolutely loved it.  I stopped by one afternoon to check it out and instantly fell in love with the apartment...

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Mana Road (Waimea-Kamuela)

Mana Road (Waimea-Kamuela)

Location: Mana Road in Waimea (Kamuela) off of Mamalahoa Hwy. (Hwy. 19) near Mile Marker 55 and Hawaiian Homestead Farmers Market Directions: From Mamalahoa Hwy. (Hwy. 19) from downtown Waimea, you will pass the Hawaiian Homestead Farmers Market near Mile Marker 55, and almost immediately turn RIGHT onto Mana Road.  Look for the sign for Veterinary Associates on the roadside.  Drive all the way to the fork in the road, and then turn LEFT.  The road is paved for a mile or so and then turns into compact clay/dirt.  If you are new here, you might want to park at the Water Pump Station (where the pavement ends) and hike from there to give you a sense of what Mana Road has to offer.  The further you drive down Mana Road, the less traffic (pedestrians, joggers, bicyclists, and drivers). Description: If you are looking for cooler (possibly misty, foggy) weather, this is the place…Rolling green pastures with cattle, horses, and a variety of birds including owls, hawks, and turkeys…something to...

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Dog-Friendly Stores

Dog-Friendly Stores

The Shops at Mauna Lani – 68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr. #100, Puako. The only dog-friendly shopping center on the Big Island! Open-air shopping center with shops, restaurants, and live stage performances. Dog-friendly restaurants include Pele’s Wok (outdoor seating area only) and Mauna Lani Coffee Company. Some shops allow dogs, but please ask permission first before entering. Dogs NOT allowed in Foodland grocery store. The Shops is the site for our annual My Furry Valentine event! Alii Gardens Marketplace – 75-6129 Ali’i Drive, Kailua-Kona.  A variety of vendors in a peaceful garden setting.  The owner of the Marketplace LOVES and welcomes dogs! Tuesdays through Sundays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Aloha Paws – Hilo’s Dog & Cat Boutique – Located in Manono Marketplace at 697 Manono St, Unit 105, Hilo, Hawaii 96720.  808-333-3530  Pepper and I attended the grand opening on July 25, 2015 and fell in love with everything we saw.  Products include grain-free dog and cat food from The Honest Kitchen, Merrick, Acana, Earthborn, and Orijen, as well as Hawaii-raised/made raw dog food...

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