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Ala Kahakai Trail (Access Point: Spencer Beach Park)

Ala Kahakai Trail (Access Point: Spencer Beach Park)

Location: Ala Kahakai Trail is a 175-mile long trail broken up into segments.  Spencer Beach Park is just one access point that is 3 miles long, ending at Hapuna Beach.   ***NOTE: Dogs are prohibited in any County of Hawaii beach park, including Spencer Beach Park.  While many of us have hiked with our dogs from Spencer Beach Park, we have been (innocently) doing so under the radar due to a lack of County Parks & Recreation employees present at Spencer Beach.  We are currently looking into options, possibly other access points that welcome dogs.  I have been talking with both Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail personnel and DLNR (who has also has jurisdiction over the Na Ala Hele trail system) to see if we can find a solution.  Mauna Kea Resort will not allow any dogs on property, so that entrance is not an option either.  It’s interesting and a predicament…The person at the guard shack told me to enter from Spencer Beach Park “since no one from...

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Where to Buy Dog Food (including Raw Diet)

Where to Buy Dog Food (including Raw Diet)

If you are visiting this page, you most likely feed your dog a top-quality dog food, homemade meals, or raw meaty bones.  You’ve come to the right place!  Here’s a list of stores that carry what you are looking for plus how to read dog food ingredient labels. Pawniolo Pets – The meat they use in their all-natural prey model raw dog food comes from 100% grassfed beef raised on their family ranch in Waimea, Hawaii. They sell their raw dog food and treats and chews at Waimea Midweek Farmers Market (dog-friendly!), Aloha Pawz, The Public Pet (Honolulu), Kihei Pet Supply (Maui), and direct pick-up from their ranch that is located between Waimea and Honokaa.  Call them at 808-389-3789 to schedule pick-up or with any questions. Waimea Butcher Shop 64-1032 Mamalahoa Hwy., Suite 101 Open Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 am – 5:30 pm; Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Meats come from animals raised in Hawaii with no antibiotics, ever, and no added hormones. WBS only partners with farmers...

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Manini Beach – Captain Cook

Manini Beach is a beautiful, secluded beach on Kealakekua Bay located directly across from the Captain Cook Monument.  Dogs must be kept on leash.  While the beach is made up of lava rock and and coral, there is a sandy shoreline area that provides easy ocean access, great for snorkeling, launching a standup paddleboard, and SCUBA diving when the ocean is calm.  Ocean entry is chilly due to the natural springs, but warms up a bit once you swim out.  Enjoy a picnic there at one of the picnic tables in the shade. Directions: Manini Park is close to both Kealakekua Bay and Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park (City of Refuge).  Just a few hundred yards south of Napo’opo’o Beach Park and the Kealakekua Bay boat launch on Pu’uhonua Road (Hwy 160), turn onto Manini Road. Parking: Parking is limited, so we suggest going early and avoiding the weekends.  Please respect that this is a residential area and obey the No Parking signs. Beach Etiquette for Dog Owners Dogs must be...

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Sweet Cane Cafe – Hilo

Sweet Cane Cafe – Hilo

Where: 48 Kamana Street, Hilo and also at Hilo BayFront (116 Kamehameha Ave, Mon-Sat 10-3:00) Call: (808) 933-8685 Website: http://kalapanaorganics.com/sweetcanecafe/menu/ and on Facebook Open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Lava Dogs fan Karin shared this dog-friendly spot with us (February 2016) and says that the large lanai area is perfect for those who need wheelchair access.  Currently, it is best to eat there in the early morning or late afternoon, as the sun hits the lanai directly in the late morning and lunchtime.  Karin suggested to management for some sort of shade or screening, so we’ll see what they come up with.  🙂 Notes from the business: Sweet Cane Cafe is a locally owned, family run business featuring fresh pressed, organic, locally grown Sugar Cane, flavored with tasty ingredients like limes, ginger, hot peppers, coconut milk, and even chocolate! YUM! We also offer made-to-order smoothies with all organic ingredients. Smoothie flavors change with produce availability, so come in often to sample our ever-changing menu, or create your own flavor! Soon...

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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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