Hui 'Ilio Hawai'i (the Hawaii Dog Group) was founded to promote safe and friendly places for dogs and their people to play, and to promote responsible dog ownership. Our initial reason for organizing was to build the Hawaii Kai Dog Park. Now that the park is a reality, we continue to support the dog park as "adopt-a-park" partners by recruiting and training volunteer park rangers, and by sponsoring landscaping and maintenance projects. Our ongoing goals are to help other dog groups get approval for parks in their respective districts, enhance the opportunities for dogs to get proper exercise and socialization, and to promote responsible dog ownership.

A few of Hui 'Ilio's dogs hanging out with their people...

Mark your calendars!  The 8th annual Hawaii Kai Dog Walk will be held on June 3, 2012.  Read all about it in our April newsletter.  Due to the May 18th deadline, it's now too late to pre-register for the event, but you can still join the fun by registering on the morning of the walk.  We recommend that walk-ins arrive early (registration desks open at 6:30am).  You will receive a free dog walk t-shirt and a goodie bag while supplies last  - first come, first served. To save time that morning, download the registration form here, fill it out and bring it with you.

Something new at this year's dog walk:  We will be collecting gifts for homeless dogs and cats.  Please read about it on page 3 of the newsletter.  And here is a more complete wish list:

• Collars/Leashes (all sizes)
• Dog beds (for geriatric dogs)
• Stainless Steel dog bowls (all sizes)
• Flea/Tick preventatives 
• Dog shampoo/flea shampoo
• Pet toys
• Old towels
• Spay/neuter funds for dogs living with homeless families
• Dog food (canned and dry)
• Cat food (dry)

** All pet food must be in unexpired, unopened packaging **

There will be three door prize drawings for walkers who bring a gift for a homeless pet!  Mahalo for your participation -- see you on June 3rd! Paws hit the pavement at 7:30 am.

On our Hawaii Kai Dog Park page, you'll find the City's dog park rules and regulations, dog park tips and etiquette, and other useful information. The page is still under development, so please send us your questions to help us provide further information that will assist you and other park users.

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! We are always looking for "Park Rangers" to work in the Hawaii Kai Dog Park.   We also have other volunteer opportunities such as weeding at the park or helping with the annual Hawaii Kai Dog walk in June.  Please email us if you are interested in any of our volunteer opportunities.

We invite you to sign up for our mailing and/or email list to receive future newsletters and announcements.  Send your name, contact info and your dogs' names to info@hui-ilio.org.

If you would like to support Hui Ilio's mission, please go to our "contact us" page to make a donation or to volunteer.

For the latest news on the Hawai'i Kai Dog Park, use the links at left to read the News as well as our latest Newsletters.  To find out more about us, to learn why "bark parks" are good for dogs as well as for communities, or to read past news articles, use the links at left. To join us or to get more info, send an email to: info@hui-ilio.org Include your name and the names of your dogs!
	...and showing off their fashionable Hui 'Ilio exclusive collars!