Ohana Cavaliers

We had the best experience with Alohana Cavaliers. Hikari is so communicative and knowledgeable. She cares so much for these pups and wants only the best for them and the breed as a whole. All of our questions were answered before we brought our pup home and we know we can reach out any time now that we have our puppy home.

I am so glad we found Alohana when we began our journey. The amount of work and care Hikari puts into her pups just shows how highly she values putting the dogs welfare first and not just trying to make more money. She does such extensive health testing I actually feel like she should charge more. Far beyond just genetic testing, she is familiar with all the possible conditions Cavs can be predisposed to and does her best to screen and even bring in dogs from abroad to diversify and improve the bloodline and breed. And not only that, once they are born she does so much work with each puppy to ensure they are exposed to as many new things and starts training so early, my 8wk old was mostly potty trained by the time she got home, and took to the litterbox tray with pee pad as soon as she understood what it was (tiny puppy bladders definitely a good idea to have as backup to taking them out). She is great at communicating with every step of the process, sending updates and lots of pics too when the litter was born. It was a hard wait but very much worth it.

I cannot recommend Alohana Cavaliers highly enough. The owner (Hikari) is with you every step of the way, providing vital information and consideration to potential owners, answering questions before puppy births, providing regular updates and photos of the litter, and providing support after adoption with any questions that come up. She values regular updates on her pups after they are placed, because she truly cares about their well-being and loves them. When you purchase a puppy from Hikari, you can be sure she has gone above and beyond with health testing and only breeds dogs who are sound and who have good temperament. She also has the puppies assessed by a professional dog trainer for temperament prior to placement. My puppy came home at 12 weeks able to sit, familiar with his crate, and slept through the night in his crate on his second day home. He is extremely well socialized and has loved people and other animals from day 1. People ask to pet him all the time and remark how sweet and beautiful he is. I took him to the vet within 48 hours of getting him home (per contract) and my vet was very impressed with the documentation the breeder provided as well as how lovely he is. I waited about a year for my puppy and it was well worth the wait.

We are deeply grateful to Hikari at Alohana Cavaliers for trusting our family with one of her puppies. We first discovered Alohana Cavaliers on Instagram and were immediately drawn to her beautiful dogs, the education she shares, and—most importantly—her unwavering commitment to health. After losing our first Cavalier (not from Hikari) to serious health issues, finding a breeder who truly prioritizes health-tested parents was essential to us. Bringing home a Cavalier puppy requires patience and intentionality. From the very beginning, Hikari’s thoughtful screening process, transparency, and open communication made us feel supported and confident. She took the time to answer every question and genuinely cared about placing her puppies in the right homes. What meant the most to us was how carefully she listened to our family’s needs. When the right puppy became available, she recommended pairing her Ruby puppy with our family—and it was the perfect match. Our Ruby is everything we could have hoped for: sweet, beautiful, confident (but not an alpha – exactly what we asked for), and healthy. She came home already comfortable with the crate, grooming, baths, teeth brushing, different smells, and different sounds. She has integrated seamlessly into our family. Welcoming an Alohana Cavalier into your family is a blessing. Working with Hikari who is dedicated not only to producing beautiful Cavaliers, but to improving the health of the breed, and supporting families after placement makes all the difference. We feel incredibly fortunate.

Hikari is amazing. Alohana is a labor of love. Hikari follows breed standards and she ensures every dog is heart and health tested before breeding. We lost two cavaliers to heart disease (not from Hikari), so it gives us such peace of mind knowing our puppy came from healthy, screened parents. What really sets her apart is the socialization. Our puppy came home perfectly comfortable with human touch, loud household noises, and even car rides. We have three children at home and our puppy got along with the kids so well. Our puppy is not skittish or shy. You can tell the puppies are raised in a loving environment where they are prepared for the real world. As a bonus, she offers 'babysitting' when we go on trips, which is a lifesaver because we know our dog is back with family. Our dog is beautiful, sweet, and the perfect representation of the breed. I would give Alohana 10 stars if I could!