Kalihi Pet Clinic of East Honolulu is a veterinarian clinic in East Honolulu, Hawaii, serving pets and their owners with medical, dental, imaging, and diagnostic services. The clinic has been operating in the community for over six decades, originally founded in 1962 by Dr. Timothy Lau. It continues to provide care under the leadership of Dr. Alan K.Y. Obara, who took over the practice in 2013. The clinic emphasizes compassionate, transparent, and high-quality care, treating pets as family members and maintaining strong relationships with clients. It is located in the Moili'ili neighborhood and offers an online pharmacy and a mobile app for appointment scheduling, medication ordering, and record access.
The clinic traces its origins to the Old Kalihi Shopping Center, where Dr. Timothy Lau established the original practice. After Dr. Lau’s retirement in 2013, Dr. Alan Obara assumed leadership, preserving the clinic’s legacy with a team of veterinary technicians, assistants, and office staff. The clinic is known for its family-oriented approach and commitment to accessible, comprehensive veterinary care. It has been featured in local publications such as Pet Hui, Hawaii 5-0, and Midweek, reflecting its longstanding presence and reputation in the community.
The clinic is situated at 2203 S Beretania Street, a short distance from South Beretania Street and South King Street, both main roads. It is located about a tenth of a mile from the McCully Moiliili Public Library and within a quarter-mile of Moili'ili Triangle Park & Baseball Fields and Old Honolulu Stadium Park. The Lunalilo Freeway lies approximately 0.2 miles away, providing nearby access to major transportation routes.
The clinic holds a 4.70 rating based on customer reviews, reflecting consistent feedback on the quality of care, staff professionalism, and client service. It is recognized locally for its dedication to pet health and long-standing presence in East Honolulu.