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River E.

Asheville, NC

4 reviews
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Adventures, Love, and Attention.

Pet care experience

I am a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed. I provide daycare and overnight care for all dogs. Your dog(s) will be part of my family while they stay with me. Before becoming a trainer, I worked in animal sheltering and animal care/control in North Carolina and Louisiana.

Reviews

Lauren C.
févr. 05, 2025

We have known River for a year now and I cannot say enough wonderful things about him. He is trustworthy, reliable, kind, understanding, and he and cares for our 75-pound nutcase of an airedale, Deborah, like she is his own. River worked at our doggie daycare/ boarding facility and was always so accommodating and helpful. There were several times when I tried to book Debbie for boarding too late and the facility was full, but River saved the day and volunteered to watch her at his house. Our beloved doggie daycare spot was destroyed in the hurricane, but we are so lucky that River continues to welcome Debbie in his house with open arms, for daycare and for overnights! Debbie LOVES River and his pup, and she cannot contain her excitement when we pull up to his house. I get the cutest pics and videos throughout the day/ stay, and I see how much attention and love he gives our girl. She always comes back home happy and tired out, and usually with a new chewy treat, too. We would highly recommend River to any and all of our family members, friends, and strangers who are looking for someone to watch their pups, and are so grateful for all he does!

Kat B.
janv. 14, 2025

My dogs absolutely love River. River is responsible, trustworthy, and treats my dogs like they are his own. He extremely skilled when it comes to walking and handling dogs, pet sitting, and training. He plays close attention to detail when caring for my dogs, is observant of their behaviors, and extremely attentive to their needs. I trust River 110% and highly recommend him for all of your pet care needs!

Becky C.
janv. 13, 2025

My dog Sully ADORES River and has literally jumped out of the car window to greet him (lesson learned🤦‍♀️). Since Helene and the daycare closing, he goes to River’s once a week for socializing with River’s dogs and training. River sends pics throughout the day showing what they are working on and gives a report when I pick him up. His services have been absolutely invaluable in helping us train Sully and provide him mental and physical stimulation while we are at work. 100% recommend!

Liz L.
janv. 13, 2025

The biggest compliment I can give to a person is that I trust them with my dogs. I can full heartedly say I 100% trust River with my dogs. I have sighthounds that need to on leash or in a secure area or they could run off and am admittedly a helicopter mom about them. River always has their best interest in mind and keeps them safe. My Italian greyhound is skittish and takes time to warm up to people and some fear issues. River works with him on his level and love language, lots of reward for behavior and praise. Our greyhound is very outgoing and wants to be included in everything . She has had playgroup sessions that River matched her with dogs with similar personalities and she loves these sessions so much she doesn’t want to leave with me when I am picking her up. Both my dogs adore River and have learned training techniques like touch to check in and leash manners. I highly recommend River for all your pets needs. Just don’t be surprised when they don’t want to leave!

About River E.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a half acre fenced yard with ample space. I provide bottled water for dogs at all times. Any time the dogs are not in the yard, they are on leash. We take multiple walks every day in my very safe neighborhood. Whenever I do leave the home, all dogs not from the same owner are in their own space (crated if necessary).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information River E. would like to know about your pet

I love working with dogs who are high energy and need a good amount of stimulation. I'm also willing to take newly adopted dogs who need help learning how to cope in the modern world. My lifestyle is best for medium/large dogs but I can accommodate small and low-key dogs, as well. I will adjust my techniques to the care your dog needs.

A typical day

My schedule is a daily 7 am wake up and potty break followed by a 2 mile walk and breakfast. Depending on the number of dogs staying with me, we may go on adventures (hiking, coffee shops, Patton Ave Pet Company, REI, etc). Unless your dog is a home body and requires less engagement, then their stay will include more enrichment in my home.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day

River can host

No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Availability

This is my daily job so your pets are with me and other dogs while they are here. I don't leave for more than 3 hours at a time and provide daily education, exercise, and enrichment.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About River E.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a half acre fenced yard with ample space. I provide bottled water for dogs at all times. Any time the dogs are not in the yard, they are on leash. We take multiple walks every day in my very safe neighborhood. Whenever I do leave the home, all dogs not from the same owner are in their own space (crated if necessary).

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information River E. would like to know about your pet

I love working with dogs who are high energy and need a good amount of stimulation. I'm also willing to take newly adopted dogs who need help learning how to cope in the modern world. My lifestyle is best for medium/large dogs but I can accommodate small and low-key dogs, as well. I will adjust my techniques to the care your dog needs.

A typical day

My schedule is a daily 7 am wake up and potty break followed by a 2 mile walk and breakfast. Depending on the number of dogs staying with me, we may go on adventures (hiking, coffee shops, Patton Ave Pet Company, REI, etc). Unless your dog is a home body and requires less engagement, then their stay will include more enrichment in my home.

Location

Asheville, NC

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River E.

Asheville, NC

4 reviews