Happy International Dog Day!
What are you doing to celebrate your dog today?
Let us know in the comments🐶
🎉PAWTY ANNOUNCEMENT!🎉
Have you ever considered using Auntie M Pet Care services but want to meet the team first?
The Auntie M Summer Pawty is back!
Join us THIS SATURDAY at @wagbar.dogpark in Weaverville 11am-1pm to Meet and Greet with our team!
Your friendly, well socialized dogs are welcome! 💜🐾🐾
This is a celebration of Auntie M Pet Care's thriving and supportive community✨️
You can expect
🍻 A free beer on us!
🐶 Adoptable puppies!
🦴 Pawsitive Bakes dog treats!
💌 RAFFLE to support Mountain Pet Rescue. It includes many amazing donations from some of our favorite local vendors! So far the raffle includes: ✨️@dripolatorcoffeehouse gift card
✨️@abbeyaura artwork
✨️@boneafidepetboutique dog toy
✨️@Ashevillepetsupply dog enrichment toy
✨️More surprise goodies!
🐕 Best sit, stay contest!
🎉 Fun times celebrating with our team and many amazing pet parents in our pack
Comment ‘PAWTY’ and we’ll send you the link to RSVP💌
See you there!
P.S. We’ll ask that you provide Wagbar vaccine requirements for your pup upon entry
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If you view crate time as punishment in a cage, this is for you…
There are many negative connotations with the word crate which is understandable, because crates have been marketed to us as cages in the past.
We understand the stigma.
What if you took the approach of RESPECTING the crate?
It becomes a part of the daily routine and becomes similar to saying something as simple as “sit.”
Imagine it being something that you do throughout the day because you’re NOT associating it ONLY when you leave.
3 EASY steps to begin changing your mindset about the crate
✨Set the mood
Feed your dog there, and make it a comfy, cozy, fun, and safe place to be. So they absolutely LOVE their time in the crate and their have a space where they can full REST without any worrying about anything else. Honestly, that sounds nice, right?!
✨ Frequency matters, especially in the beginning
Implement it frequently in the beginning, anywhere from 3 to 6 times a day, in short little increments, and work up to four hours.
✨ Ground yourself before you engage
It all matters what energy that you put behind it (i.e. positive & happy association). If you put negative energy (forcing them in, not rewarding them for being there, poor location, not a safe space) behind it, then that's what they're going to feel from it.
YOU decide if it's a punishment or not. If you decide it's not a punishment, then YOU CAN make it a positive thing that will benefit everyone in the long run.
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Secret perks of the job ⤵️
🏞Fun team outings
Game nights, hikes, cookouts, dog parties, river float, and beyond! We like to provide a space to decompress, share stories, and get to know each other outside of attending meet and greets together.
💙A supportive and inclusive team
30+ fellow pet pros that are committed to helping each other provide the best care possible for our community. When something outside of your wheelhouse arises, we work together as a team to problem solve so everyone is always taken care of.
🫶So much flexibility
You make your own schedule! If you’re not available for midday visits for pets you’re doing overnights for, no worries! We’ll set another team member up to cover those. We lean on our dynamic scheduling methods to make the schedule work for you, the pets, and their parents.
🙋♀️Meet really cool pet parents
It’s refreshing to get to know pet parents that are so committed to their pets' well-being and are also really cool human beings. We have some really awesome pet sitting and dog walking clients, just saying 😉
🤓Learn about different types of animals
We go beyond dog sitting and cat sitting. We also care for birds, bearded dragons, rabbits, chinchillas, alpacas, piggies, and more! We have experts on so many different types of animals on our team, and we love to share the knowledge.
Comment 'JOB' and we'll send you the link to apply to join us!
GI Stasis is when something in your rabbit’s intestines have caused things to slow down or stop moving or everything through their GI tract. Somewhere along the way, something has happened, and digestion is no longer progressing.
😢 It’s a potentially fatal condition, so it’s important to be educated on the topic. When you notice signs of GI stasis it’s important to act quickly because your bunny could die if nothing is done about it.
Sometimes rabbits will keep eating because they don’t know there is something wrong yet. When they do this, they can get packed full of food, which makes the situation worse. It's important that you know how to advocate for them.
This can be caused by many things…
🚫 Ingesting a foreign object
⚡️Eating too fast
😩 Stress
There is also a risk that their intestines could flip or get wrapped around each other. Everything can go wrong, so you want to monitor them closely to make sure everything is moving through their Gi tract successfully.
How to identify if your rabbit is experiencing GI stasis⬇️
If you walk in and notice that your rabbit is…
🥴 Not eating or has a decreased appetite
😴 Especially lethargic
😬 Grinding their teeth
These are things to be on the lookout for, and if you see any of these signs you can offer them a high value treat to get a better idea of how they’re feeling.
Examples ⤵️
🫐 Freeze-dried blueberries
💐 Dried flowers
If they aren’t interested, then you will want to call your vet for the next steps.
Note- It’s also important to know how much is too much with those high value treats. Fruits have high sugar content, so they can only have a small amount of them.
FOLLOW for more rabbit care tips!🐇
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Let’s make this a seamless experience together 💙
When Bode’s mom and dad were visiting Black Mountain, they reached out to us to care for him while they were away for a 5-hour appointment.
His parents love him sooo much, so they wanted him to have a safe and fun experience while they were away while staying in a new place. So they booked a hike and extended hourly care for us to hang out with Bode!
Bode is an awesome 1 year old Vizsla with loads of energy and who has been professionally trained, so he was really good on a day full of hiking and adventures with our team member, Tian’s doggos.
When visiting WNC with your dog, try any of these options with us:
🐾 Dog walk or hike
Neighborhood walks that start at 30 minutes. 1 or 2 hours on a nearby trail that is favorited by the locals
🐾 Pet Sitting Visits
Starting at 30min and fully customizable to your pets needs and desires
🐾 Custom hourly pet care
Visits longer than one hour while you’re at an appointment, at dinner, or visiting the Biltmore for the day.
Bode's parents opted for a 2hr dog hike plus 3hrs of custom hourly pet care so he wouldn't even blink at his parents being away. They are moving to WNC soon, and we are looking forward to continuing our relationship and supporting them in their big move!
Tell us below if you visit WNC with your dog! 🐕
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🎉🎉GIVEAWAY TIME!!🎉🎉
We’re so excited to announce we’re NOW OFFERING In-Home Dog Training to the public that we’re doing a GIVEAWAY!!
One lucky winner receives:
✨️ A FREE Dog Training Consultation ($150 value) with Auntie M's professional dog trainer Megan Thrasher
AND
✨️ A FREE 1hr-Dog Hike or Walk ($50-60 value) with Auntie M Pet Care! (scroll down for details)
See how to enter below:
❤️ Like this post
🙋♀️ Tag a dog friend
➡️ Follow @auntiempetcare
Bonus points for sharing to your stories. Tag us so we see it!👀
Extra bonus points for tagging additional dog friends!!🐕🐕
Don’t miss your chance to win this amazing giveaway! The winner will be chosen at random, and the prize is not redeemable for cash/trades/or other services. Not affiliated with IG, FB, or Meta. You must live within 1hour of Asheville to qualify. Must claim prizes through Auntie M Pet Care pet portal. We will not contact you from another account so please be sure you’re speaking to MaryBeth, Abby, or Emma with Auntie M Pet Care.
Last day/time to enter is Friday 4/19/24 at 8am EST.
Winner will be announced in our stories and on this thread on Friday (4/19/24) of this week! Good luck!
Heather Polechio, with Mindful Mutz Training & Behavior Consulting llc , will be joining founder of Auntie M Pet Care, MaryBeth to share insights on how to avoid an emergency vet visit with your dog this holiday season.
🎉Join us Monday, November 20th, at 6:30 pm Eastern for a FREE webinar:
Holiday Pet Safety 101: Prevent Your Dog From Visiting the ER Over the Holidays
Comment 'FREE' to reserve your spot!🎉
Did you know not all dogs enjoy doggie daycare?
Many dogs get stressed, overwhelmed, or kicked out of daycare because it's just too much for them. 😓
Comment DOG if your dog gets overwhelmed in social situations.
When you hire a dog walker or hiker that comes to your home, while you're at work, your dog gets to enjoy socialization, mental stimulation, and exercise on their own terms.
If socialization is important to you and your dog, we can bring our dog along, join up with another walker nearby, or take your dog on a popular dog trail!
Meet your dog's needs by booking their next adventure with us at Link in Bio🎉
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I bet you can't guess how many pet parents we know do this😍
Drop a ❤️ if you know someone who sleeps in another room with their dog
Imagine getting a text from your senior dog.
What would they tell you if they had the opportunity?
How would they want to spend their time?
When your dog gets older, you want them to be comfortable, happy, and to have whatever they want.
Embrace their older years and connect with them in a new way.💜
Comment below what you think your senior dog would text you🐶
Do you have a SENIOR pet?
Drop a ❤️ below if you do!
It's not easy to watch your pets get older. If you're lucky, they will age gracefully. Either way, it takes a village to support your senior pets. It's important to have a conscientious veterinarian, alternative therapy clinic, groomer, and pet sitter on your side.
If you don't have connections to the senior pet resources you need, comment below! We are happy to help!
HARE this with friends who love NATURE and DOGS 🏞🐶
Reasons you and your dog will love Charles D Owen Park and Swannanoa River Trail:
✨️Conveniently located to many areas around Asheville
✨️Easy smooth path for all ability levels
✨️Option for an easy hike along the river
✨️Water access!
✨️Lots of space for your dog to coexist peacefully with other dogs, people, ducks, geese, and children
SAVE this post for when you need an idea of where to take your dog on your next adventure💙🐾🐾
Drop a ❤️ if your phone is full of photos of your pet as well!
When your pet is your child, it's hard not to do a little photo shoot every day to fill up your camera roll.😍
Are you up for the challenge?!
Let's all find our inner golden retriever as we head into another rainy week!💙
#goldenretrieversofinsta #ashevilledoglovers #828isgreat #ashevillepetsitter #ashevilledogwalker #avldogs #avl
😆🤣🐶
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We are looking for Overnight and Part Time Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers!
Interested in joining our team of compassionate and dedicated pet care professionals?
💻 Apply at Link in Bio!
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If Max can do it, then so can you! Signing up for recurring services is as easy as sending us a message. Then you will never have to submit a service request ever again! (unless it’s for vacay of course).
Save time, energy, and make your dog happy by signing up for recurring walks today!
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We're hiring for the holidays!! Perfect position for the pet lover who wants to make some extra money this holiday season.😻🎄🐶🦃
Also looking for year round part timers!
✨️Send us a DM if you're interested or tag someone you know that might be interested!✨️
#holidayhiring
#hiring
#blackmountainnc #ashevillejobs #ashevillenc #ashevilledoglovers #ashevillecatweirdos
#wfh
#ashevillemoms
#hendersonvillemoms
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🤔Not sure which preventative to go with? We got you! 💙
Fleas, ticks, and heartworms are such a pain! Making a plan to protect your pets from these pests will bring you peace of mind and your pets will have a better chance at maintaining their day to day health and happiness.
Things to consider when choosing a preventative:
🚨Check current recall status
🗓How often is it given?
💊Oral or topical?
🦟What does it prevent?
🛍Where to buy it
Comment 👇 below with your favorite flea, tick, and hw preventatives!
Have a request for a video? Share that as well!😊