Ohana Dog Training LLC.

Ohana Dog Training offers a range of structured programs: Initial Training (mandatory consultation), Board and Train (limited to 3 dogs at a time), Behavioral Modification (customized for severe issues), and Puppy Boarding & Training (Paws-Ahead Program). Puppy programs include 2-week and 4-week options with weekend home returns. The Complete Development Program includes two phases: 3-week board and train followed by 2-week advanced training. All programs include home visits, owner education, and lifetime support. Day training and private lessons are available for ongoing support. Group classes and Pups Around Town Adventures provide socialization opportunities.

Pricing Summary

Pricing is not publicly listed; programs are customized and require an Initial Meet and Greet consultation to determine cost. Board and Train programs are intensive and priced based on duration and dog’s needs. Private lessons and day training are offered at variable rates. Lifetime support and maintenance boarding are available at additional cost.

Policies

Programs require an Initial Meet and Greet consultation before enrollment. Board and Train programs are limited to three dogs at a time. Puppies with extreme separation distress (vocalizing over 30–40 minutes) are not accepted for boarding and are referred to private coaching. Tools are not sold until after trainer consultation. No cancellation or rescheduling policies are explicitly stated.

Ohana Dog Training LLC, led by experienced trainer Raylynn Hill, offers relationship-based dog training services in Mukilteo, Seattle, and Snohomish County since 2002. They specialize in balanced training that combines positive reinforcement with clear communication and appropriate corrections to build trust, respect, and lasting behavior change. Their programs are customized for each dog and owner, focusing on individual needs, learning styles, and real-world application. Services include private lessons, group classes, day training, board and train programs, puppy boarding and training, and behavioral modification for issues like aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and leash pulling. They also provide dog walking and pet boarding as complementary services. Ohana emphasizes transparency, lifetime support, and empowering owners with the tools to maintain progress at home.

Their Board and Train programs are limited to only three dogs at a time to ensure personalized attention. They use professional-grade equipment including prong collars, e-collars (E-Collar Technologies®, Dogtra®, Herm Sprenger®), flat collars, and food rewards, always guided by the trainer’s assessment. Training is tailored for puppies, adolescents, and adult dogs, with specialized programs for foundational skills, obedience, and complex behavioral rehabilitation. Ohana’s philosophy centers on the belief that dogs are family, and their training fosters calm, confident, and well-mannered companions.

They offer a mandatory Initial Meet and Greet consultation to assess the dog’s behavior and create a customized plan. Clients receive ongoing support, access to private group classes, and maintenance boarding options. Ohana also provides training for dogs with fear, biting history, resource guarding, and extreme reactivity, and they refer clients to specialized professionals when outside their scope.

Raylynn Hill is known for her compassionate, ethical approach, hands-on home visits, and commitment to client education and emotional support during the training process.

Accomplishments

Founded in 2002 by Raylynn Hill and Alan Hill, Ohana Dog Training has over 20 years of experience specializing in behavior modification, obedience, and competitive dog sports. Raylynn Hill is recognized for her ethical, compassionate approach and has successfully rehabilitated dogs with severe aggression, fear, and separation anxiety. Clients consistently praise her ability to tailor training to individual needs and provide emotional support to owners.

How to Get Started!

All programs begin with a mandatory 60-minute Initial Meet and Greet consultation, where the trainer evaluates the dog’s behavior, discusses owner goals, and recommends a customized training plan. This session is required before enrolling in any Board and Train or Behavioral Modification program.