Dog Walkers in Mills River, NC

“I highly recommend Laina. I hired her to take and pickup Peace at daycare. Peace has anxiety and Laina was very gentle with him. She has patience, compassion and very understanding…..which is what I need when it comes to Peace. Thank you Laina! 😊👏😊👏😊👏👏👏👏❤️”

Peg G.

“Jennie is the absolute best! She cares so much and really goes above and beyond to take great care of my pup. Her notes are thorough and funny- I love reading what my pup has been up to!”

Briana H.

“Ann & Jaren are the best!! 100% would recommend, they take great care of my dog and are amazing communicators”

Karlie P.

“I am so glad we found Ashlee. She arrived on time and immediately connected in a lovely way with my pup, Murphy. I was able to accomplish my errands with my mind completely at ease. Ashlee is kind friendly capable and experienced. I highly recommend her services.”

Satyavati D.

“I'm so happy to have met Alexis! She has been meshing so well with my dog in helping her practice calmness with new situations. I'm happy to see my pup making such good progress. It's just what she needed. Alexis has been wonderfully responsive to suggestions I've wanted to try and she has an innate understanding of animals, as well as a wonderful, calm energy.”

Carol H.

“Kristen was excellent with my 4 month old puppy! She was on time, reinforced some training, gave her terrific exercise. Highly recommend”

Nicole C.

“Chloé is amazing! She is reliable and sends lots of photos of my pup! She not only walks my doggie but also spends time with him. Thank you Chloé!”

Debbie s.

About: I’ve cared for animals since I was about 10 years old. I’ve helped train puppies from a young age, and nursed kittens from 3-weeks old. More recently I’ve helped nurse and rehabilitate my senior dog after her major ACL surgery. She was sling bound for 6 weeks so I feel very comfortable with a large range of ages, and needs in cats and dogs. I have a huge love for all animals and believe all of them deserve love and care just like humans! I’m also here because my lovely fiancé and I just got engaged this past summer. I’m hoping to save up and earn as much money as I can to help host our dream wedding here in the mountains next year! We both love our babies and I would be happy to give your fur babies that same love and support ☺️ UPDATE: Sadly I can no longer provide overnight sittings. I AM available to do a sitting that does not require me to stay at your home overnight. I understand if this prevents you from hiring me for a sitting. I currently work remote full-time but do have some flexibility in my schedule to fit in drop-ins and walks. Wednesdays are usually when I have the most calls, but of course can try and work around my and your schedule. I’m happy to come to your home to give you that reassurance that your fur baby is doing okay while you’re away. As I said, I work fully remote so my pets pretty much have constant care unless I’m traveling for work. I typically let my dog out about 3-4 times a day depending on her needs, so I’m happy to do the same for your dog. She gets fed twice a day, as well as my cat. Every now and then we will switch out dry food for wet food just to give them both some variety, so I’m happy to do the same for your pet. You and your pet’s comfortability are my priority so I’m happy to cater to your preferences.

About: My experience comes from an educational, professional, AND personal background! 🐾 But first, let’s talk about what pertains to YOU! For all pets, here’s what you can expect in a visit: - 30 min drop in with regular rate (charges for extra time noted below) - I will fill that time however you’d like. Walks, playtime, enrichment, quality time, meals, scooping litter boxes etc. I am willing to spend that time doing what’s best for your furry family member. - Pictures of course! Even if you have a feline friend that’s shy & hides, I’ll do my best to still send you a picture of what was accomplished during my visit. — If you have multiple dogs, please book extra time if you’d like them all to receive equal amounts of exercise and attention. All dogs over 50 lbs I will require to walk separately (i.e. If you’d like your two large dogs to be walked 30 minutes, please book me for 60) Here’s what I’m comfortable with and have experience in: — Dogs & cats of all ages — Multi pet households (albeit, any major aggression issues among multi dog households must be clearly laid out and agreed upon before visit) — Feeding food of all kinds (kibble to raw!) — Keeping within your household training and structure. For dogs that use tools for walking, I am happy to keep with those. — Administering oral medication with dogs & cats — Administering injectable or topical medication for dogs & cats on a case by case basis With all pets, I require in person instruction for anything beyond basic care. I ENCOURAGE an in person meet and greet before any care (can be day of). For ALL visits, expect lots of pictures and communication 📸 Now… more about me! In undergrad, I majored in Wildlife Biology. Now, I’ve been working for an exotic cat rescue nonprofit for the past 3+ years. Currently, I’m working remotely and will be going to law school in the fall! For what? Animal law of course! My personal pets include my cats, Fosse & Fizz, and Ziggy my corgi. I work from home! Because of my flexible set-up & schedule, I can be very flexible for your pet, too. My calendar will remain up to date, so check there for my most updated availability! Attention to detail, cleanliness, and safety are my top priorities. I do things by your rules, but will ask how to keep those 3 pillars top of mind. When coming to your home, I will be a respectful guest— prioritizing the needs of your furry family member. Don’t be surprised if I ask you lots of questions! That’s my way of ensuring I’m doing exactly what you and your pet need.

“Best dog walker I’ve ever used from rover. So detail oriented but also so intuitive to my dogs needs. Also so patient- could not recommend more highly!”

Blair C.

“Lindsey is so great with my little puppy and I greatly appreciate her afternoon walks with him! Her communication is fantastic. Highly recommend!”

Angela L.

“SO RESPONSIBLE AND DEPENDABLE! When we leave our pets we are depending on walkers and sitters to be there for us and our pet….McKenzie covers all the bases. She came over to get the lay of the land and asked the right questions. Look no farther for a fantastic walker and great communicator!”

Patrick B.

About: Hi! I'm Maria, new to the Rover community but not new to the animal community! I have worked in the past as a vet tech- experienced in administering medicine, fluids, and injections, as well as boarding and petsitting. From an early age, I've always loved animals and have felt like they were my calling. I have a dog of my own, as well as 2 guinea pigs, and a turtle. I know pets are like family, and how important it is to find quality care for them so my goal is make your pets feel as comfortable and safe as can be in your absence. I have a fenced in yard, two enthusiastic animal loving assistants, and have an open and flexible schedule to help meet your personalized needs. I live in a quiet subdivision that makes for a peaceful dog walking experience. I also live 5 mins away from a park if that is your dog walking preference. We are also an active family and go on hikes at least twice a week. We can fit in more hikes if need be...we love nature! Dogs will be leashed when they are outside with the exception of our fenced in yard. I have an available crate and dog gates and can accommodate your dog's needs if you wish for them to be kept separate from pets or if that's simply the way you've trained them at home. Making the recent big move from NYC to beautiful North Carolina has now made it possible for me to offer my animal loving services and experience, and I am so grateful for it! I am excited to meet you and your pets and hope to be able to offer you a peace of mind while they are under my care! I am a currently a stay at home mom. I homeschool my older girls from home so I have an open and flexible availability. I am happy to offer boarding, pet-sitting, and dog walking. I have a fenced in yard. I also have a dog of my own but can easily keep them separate if that is your preference.

“My dog has a lot of separation anxiety, and Kristen was amazing with her. The communication, photos, and updates made such a difference, and I felt completely at ease knowing Rosie and Pete were loved and cared for. They’re my babies, and I’m so thankful to have found someone who understands that. Thank you!”

Alison N.

About: I love all creatures. I personally have 3 of my own(2 dogs/1 cat) and I'm always looking to meet and care for other ppl's creatures when need be. I live near the Asheville airport & work nearby. I work day & evening shifts, which gives me time to visit creature clients. Prefer no overnights, due to my pets, but can swing a night or 2 if needed. Can do early am/late pm visits. I’ll make sure your babies are well taken care of. If they allow me I will give them lots of hugs, maybe a kiss or two. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

“Everything went beautifully! So glad I found Robin. Will contact her again soon.”

Cindy J.

“Amazing! I reached out and they had time to take a booking right away! Great job with our two 70lb dogs on an hour long walk. So thoughtful with leaving us homemade dog treats too. Thank you Michelle and Dale!”

Caroline D.

About: Experience taking care of dogs, cats and guinea pigs. Happy to walk, play and basic train dogs. Happy to brush and bathe dogs/cats. Experience clipping nails (cats only) Happy to play with cats and guinea pigs and clean there bathrooms. I'm free Tuesdays to Thursday allowing me to take care of pets and check on them at home or take the for walks or parks. I do not take care of other people's pet at my own home. I make sure pets are safe and comfortable in their environment. Check water, food, litter. I keep owners updated of how their pets are doing.

“Derek is reliable, knowledgeable and accessible. So grateful to have his assistance in caring for our 4 legged family member on our busy days. He has provided our family with reassurance and kept our girl happy. So thankful for his help!”

Erika S.

“Our dog was skittish at first but quickly warmed up to Kim and they had several exciting walks around our neighborhood.”

Adam S.