Business Details
10 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Asheville's Trusted Pet Care Professionals
Mountain Pet Valet was founded in 2016 by a veterinary technician with a vision to elevate pet care standards in Asheville. Our team comprises certified professionals including vet techs, animal behaviorists, and trained caregivers dedicated to providing exceptional pet sitting, dog walking, and behavioral services. We integrate modern animal behavior techniques with eco-friendly practices, operating from solar-powered offices and volunteering 6+ hours weekly at local animal nonprofits.Our commitment to fair wages for staff ensures high-quality service, with insured professionals trained in pet first aid and medication administration. We specialize in personalized care for pets with special needs, offering enrichment programs and behavioral consultations to support Asheville's pet-owning community.
Services
Dog Walking
Cat Sitting
Vacation Visits
Overnight Sitting
Pet Taxi
Dog Hikes
Behavioral Training
Medication Administration
Enrichment Visits
House Sitting
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Certified veterinary professionals on staff for medical expertise
- Specialized behavioral training programs for challenging pets
- Eco-friendly operations with solar-powered offices
- Insured and bonded pet care services
- 24/7 availability with emergency response capability
What people say
Friendly, reliable professionals
Experts in behavioral training
Worth every penny
Personalized care approach
Daily updates provided
Services
Dog Walking
Our certified dog walkers provide reliable, stimulating walks seven days a week. Choose standard visits or enrichment-focused sessions incorporating behavioral training techniques. Each walk includes potty breaks, hydration, medication administration if needed, and mental stimulation tailored to your dog's specific needs and temperament.
Overnight Sitting
Professional caregivers stay overnight in your home to provide continuous care for multiple pets or special needs animals. Services include midday visits, enrichment activities, and medical supervision. This comprehensive solution maintains your pet's routine while ensuring safety and comfort in familiar surroundings during your absence.
Behavioral Training
Specialized behavioral support services address specific challenges through consistent training programs. Our certified professionals implement customized behavior modification plans using positive reinforcement techniques. Services include skill maintenance through regular practice sessions and ongoing consultation with pet owners to ensure long-term success.
Cat Sitting
Professional in-home cat care services include litter box maintenance, feeding, medication administration, and enrichment activities. Our caregivers are trained in feline behavior to provide stress-free visits for shy or special needs cats while maintaining household routines and safety protocols.
Pet Taxi
Exclusive transportation service for established clients, providing reliable pet transport to veterinary appointments, grooming, or other necessary destinations. Our trained staff ensures safe, stress-minimized travel experiences using pet-friendly vehicles equipped with appropriate containment systems.
People
Jae
Owner
Founder of Mountain Pet Valet with veterinary technician background. Established the company in 2016 to improve pet care standards. Previously worked in animal rescue and shelters. Leads team development and ethical business practices while maintaining active community involvement through animal nonprofit work.
Alex
Pet Care Specialist
Compassionate caregiver with nonprofit background in social justice. Combines community service experience with animal care expertise. Focuses on expanding MPV's community impact while providing dedicated pet care services that reflect the company's ethical values.
Jessie
Pet Care Provider
Experienced animal caretaker with background in forest education and permaculture. Brings creative, nurturing approach to pet care. Former preschool teacher applying child development principles to animal interaction while maintaining deep respect for individual pet needs and personalities.
Jasper
Senior Caregiver
Veteran caregiver with 24 years of experience working with animals and special needs humans. Applies cross-species care principles to pet services. Brings unique perspective from raising an autistic child with exceptional animal interaction skills, enhancing MPV's special needs pet capabilities.
Alli
Medical Coordinator
Certified veterinary assistant with Fear Free certification. Former Medical Coordinator at Blue Ridge Humane. Applies advanced shelter medicine training to MPV's services. Specializes in handling pets with complex medical needs and behavioral challenges through compassionate, knowledge-based care approaches.
Questions
What should I prepare for the initial consultation?
Have your virtual account information ready, prepare two tested house keys, and ensure all pet care supplies are accessible. The consultation includes a home tour and detailed discussion about your pet's specific needs and routines.
How do you handle emergency situations?
We require a local emergency contact living within walking distance. Our team is trained in pet first aid and CPR, with established protocols for urgent medical situations and weather-related contingencies.
What service time options are available?
We offer morning (7-9am), midday (11am-2pm), mid-evening (3-6pm), and evening (6-8pm) visit blocks. Minimum two daily visits for dogs and one for cats, with flexible scheduling options through our online platform.
How do you accommodate shy or aggressive pets?
Our caregivers use behavior-based techniques to build trust gradually. For shy cats, we recommend confined spaces initially. For reactive dogs, we implement structured interaction protocols while maintaining established training boundaries throughout our care.
What makes your overnight service unique?
Our overnight care includes a midday visit, personalized enrichment activities, and medical supervision. Caregivers maintain household security while preserving your pet's routine, with options for customized sleeping arrangements and complete privacy protection.
