A Trusted Team of Dog Trainers, Dog Walkers + Pet Sitters You Can Rely on
We offer Dog Training, Dog Walks + Hikes, Pet Sitting Visits, and Overnight Stays to Asheville, NC + Surrounding Areas.
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Your pets are family, and we get that. They are family to us too!
Whether your furry family member is a puppy, an energetic pup, a senior pet, has special needs, is spoiled rotten, is not-so-furry, or needs behavioral support, we're here.
Our in-home services, including dog walking, dog training, and pet sitting, take place in your home so your pets can stay comfortable and routines remain familiar. Our dog training retreats offer an immersive training experience at our professional trainer’s home where your dog lives with a trainer and receives focused, structured support. All services are fully customizable to meet your pet’s unique needs.
We begin dog training with a consult to align on goals and create a plan that fits your dog and your home. For dog walking, hikes, visits, and overnights, we start with a meet and greet to ensure everyone feels comfortable and confident.
You can expect thoughtful care, regular updates, and photos, along with intentional support for your dog training goals.
How we set pets up for success
Over time we’ve noticed something important: Pets thrive on consistency.
Dogs and cats, especially, relax when their week becomes predictable.
Once they know who is coming and when, they regulate more easily, learn more clearly, and handle change better.
The approach we recommend for most families
1. Build a steady routine
Recurring walks or visits create familiarity, reduce daily stress, and lead to calmer, healthier pets.
2. Build reliability through dog training
Dog training teaches the skills that make daily care easier, from leash manners and reactivity to welcoming people and staying calm when you leave.
3. Travel with confidence
When your pet already knows us and we have an established relationship, trips are smoother for everyone.
Most families simply begin with weekly visits, and we guide the rest as we get to know your pet.
Customizable Pet Care Services in Asheville + Surrounding Areas
Dog Walks & Hikes
Neighborhood walks starting at 30 minutes + nature hikes starting at 1 hour for dogs to fulfill their daily exercise and mental stimulation needs.
Dog Training
In-home + virtual1:1 dog training, and training retreats fully customizable to your dog and your training goals.
Pet Sitting VisitS
Starting at 30 minutes, we provide customized visits for your pets- yes we do care for dogs, cats, farm animals, birds and more!
Overnight Stays
Starting at 12 hrs overnight, we provide all the care needed for your home and pets in the comfort of their own home.
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With a true passion for keeping pets safe and happy, our team builds and fosters trusting relationships with pets and their humans.
Since April 2018, we have been giving pet parents peace of mind through in home pet care and dog training services in Asheville, Black Mountain, and surrounding areas.
Auntie M Pet Care has been awarded Mountain Xpress’ “Best of WNC” first place in the pet sitting and dog walking service category for three years running. We are Insured, Bonded, Vet-Recommended and Trainer-Recommended.
We are active members of Asheville Area Professional Pet Sitters Association and Pet Sitters International. All of our team members are Pet First Aid and CPR certified.
Here’s what our pet parents have to say about us…
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“Couldn't be more satisfied with the care our 4 cats received from Auntie M.
We got lots of photos with each visit and our crew clearly loved their "temporary food goddesses!" Even our shy boy warmed right up to both of them. They also took excellent care of our home - managing our mail, watering our plants, and keeping everything clean. Communication with our pet sitters, and everyone else at the company was efficient and friendly - scheduling and payment was painless. We will definitely use Auntie M's again for our cat's care in the future. 😸
Brooke A.
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“I have used Auntie M’s for all my cat sitting needs for the past 2 years..
I will always be nervous when leaving my kitties, but I am confident they are in good hands! My experience has been; basic care is covered, love/attention is given, my directions are followed (there are many), emergency trip to vet was managed, prompt & consistent communication with sitters. The portal is very efficient and I can update my pets information at any time.
Kathleen P.
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"I felt able to relax for the first time on vacation in years knowing our sweet cat had care and attention from the Auntie M team.
They gave medicine, fed, scooped the litter box, and played and gave pets to our girl while we were out of town. They gave great updates and plenty of photos. Affordable prices and very professional. I liked that they did a meet and greet beforehand to introduce themselves to our cat as well! I will only be using them when we travel from now on.
Emily B.
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"We have been trusting Auntie M for over a year now and they have been nothing short of amazing when it comes to taking care of our pets while we are away.
The staff goes above and beyond to make sure our pets are taken care of. We especially love the detailed updates with pictures following each visit! Thanks Auntie M!
Krystal H.
We have over 150 5⭐️ Reviews on Google!
Prefer talking with a member of our team on the phone before signing up?
We’d be happy to schedule a 10 minute phone call to answer any questions beyond the information on our website, and to confirm we’re a good fit for each other.