About A Pet Perspective, LLC

Behavior-focused training in Waimanalo

A Pet Perspective, LLC is a dog training company with a training facility in Waimanalo, and it also offers in-home evaluations across Oahu. Its sessions pair canine psychology and behavior with practical, reinforcement-based training, and it describes its methods as science-based positive reinforcement using least intrusive, minimally aversive techniques, with a mission to "remove pain from the train." It says it specializes in aggression and works with both human-directed and animal-directed cases.

Programs and prices

Every client starts with an initial evaluation, a 2-hour session at the Waimanalo facility that sets a behavior plan, starting at $400 (plus $50 for each additional dog and $50 for in-home evaluations). Training packages are $200 per session (plus $40 for an additional dog). The Puppy Package (about 6 sessions) covers socialization, potty training and basic obedience; the A Pet Perspective Package (about 6 sessions) builds basic obedience and more; and the B-Mod Special (6-12 sessions) targets problem behaviors such as aggression, resource guarding, separation anxiety, sound sensitivity, leash pulling and aversion to places like the vet's office. Graduate clients can continue to advanced training, including off-leash, service dog, public access and assistance work, using private training lots and real-world locations.

Who it serves

Large breeds and lap dogs, puppies and seniors, working lines, rescues and companions are all welcome.

What to ask

Ask about upcoming group class dates.