Uncompromising Care For Auckland's Most Loved Dogs

Daily local adventures across Epsom, Parnell, Remuera & Eastern Bays.

Local Auckland Service
Auckland Council Approved
Pro Walker (4+ Yrs)
Liability Insured
Weekends Available
Custom-Fitted Van Travel
Positive Reinforcement
Exclusive Client Perks

Professional Dog Walking Service in the Central Auckland & the Eastern Bays

We know your dog is family, and your home is your sanctuary. If you are searching for a reliable dog walker, Hound Mates provides busy professionals across Auckland with the highest standard of canine care. Delivered with the personal dedication and trust of an owner-operated local business, our services handle the daily exercise, pack enrichment, and transport logistics with uncompromising safety, giving you back your most valuable asset: time and peace of mind.

Daily Canine Care

Professional enrichment tailored to your dog’s unique personality, energy levels, and physical needs.

FROM $49

Curated Social Pack Adventures

Expertly matched dog pack walks strictly limited to a maximum of 4 dogs per professional walker. We guarantee closer supervision, active reinforcing, and superior physical safety. Complimentary home pick-up and drop-off in our purpose-built transport van is included.

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Solo dog walking in Auckland

Bespoke Solo Walks

Undivided 1-on-1 attention. Perfect for pups needing to safely build fitness, protect growing joints, or those who simply prefer their own company without the pressure of a pack.

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Puppy home visits Auckland

Home & Puppy Visits

The perfect way to break up your dog's day. Regular home check-ins including a gentle walk, playtime, and feeding if you are working late. Ideal for early socialisation.

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Kyla - Professional Dog Walker Auckland

Meet Kyla & Elvis

Founder, Lead Walker & Resident Assessor

As a Meadowbank local for over 17 years, I founded Hound Mates to provide the exact level of professional care I expect for my own dogs. I know exactly how much trust it takes to hand over your keys and your best friend to an Auckland dog walker.

I am proudly Auckland Council Approved, fully vetted, and completely obsessed with ensuring your dog has the safest, most enriching day possible—aided by my Miniature Schnauzer, Elvis, who helps me assess every new dog that joins our pack!

Exclusive Client Perks

As a trusted service provider, we offer our regular walking clients access to dedicated logistics and holiday support to keep your household running smoothly.

In-Home Minding
Kennel Transfers
Vet Appointment Transport
VIP Direct Relocations
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Local Love

Trusted by our neighbours.

★★★★★

"My labradoodle, Lucy, and I highly recommend Kyla at Hound Mates. She goes beyond just walking your dog - she enriches their day and builds in variety to the week. From fetch and games, to sniff walks and training, Lucy never has a dull day with Kyla. The highlight of my work day is getting an update with what they've gotten up to, with a cute picture of course. Just look at her Instagram to see all her happy furry customers. Not only does Kyla show love to the pooches she walks, but she is trustworthy, reliable and flexible. The online booking and payment process is also easy and convenient. Lucy loved her straight away, and I'm sure you will too."

Bridget — Remuera
★★★★★

"Houndmates is amazing!! Kyla is great and our 2 dogs absolutely love going out for walks with her. We get photos from every walk and highly recommend Kyla!!"

Tyler — Remuera
★★★★★

"My 2 mini schnauzers adore their daily walks with Kyla. The photos she sends me show their pure joy on their outings and make my day! I know that they are living their best life on these walks and are tired, happy pups when they get home! It’s so reassuring to have someone they love and who I can trust with my furbabies!"

Debra — Glendowie

The Hound Mates Standard

As a highly-rated reliable dog walker, we deliver a service built on deep canine expertise and uncompromising safety standards.

  • Strictly Small Packs

    We are an owner-operated business. We keep our pack sizes to a maximum of 4 dogs per walker, guaranteeing your dog's safety, enjoyment, and our undivided attention.

  • Purpose-Built Transport

    Included with our group walks, your dog travels in a custom-fitted, temperature-monitored van with fixed individual crates for total physical security during home pick-ups and drop-offs.

  • The Elvis Assessment

    Every social dog is evaluated alongside our resident expert, Elvis the Schnauzer, guaranteeing harmonious and safe pack dynamics.

  • Transparent Communication

    Enjoy daily "Pupdates" and high-quality photos delivered directly to your phone.

Where We Walk

Eastern Bays

St Heliers • Mission Bay • Kohimarama • Orakei • Glendowie • Waiotaiki Bay

Central Hub

Remuera • Parnell • Epsom • Mt Eden • Newmarket • Onehunga • One Tree Hill • Greenlane • Ellerslie • Stonefields • Meadowbank • St Johns

City West

Herne Bay • Ponsonby • Grey Lynn

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Free Assessment

Meet & Greet + 30-Min Trial Walk

Whether your dog needs the highly focused attention of a private solo walk or the structured socialisation of our strictly 1:4 micro-packs, it all starts here. We'll join you at your home to meet your dog, evaluate their leash manners during a 30-minute assessment walk, and tailor the perfect exercise routine for their unique needs.

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*Free Assessment Walk Terms & Conditions: This offer is strictly limited to one free assessment per household for new, prospective clients located within our active Eastern Bays or Central Auckland service areas. The complimentary 30-minute walk is a formal assessment conducted immediately following our initial Meet & Greet, during the exact same visit. While the owner must be present for the Meet & Greet, they do not need to accompany the walker on the assessment walk. To maintain our safety standards and strict 1:4 walker ratio, all participating dogs must be fully vaccinated, Auckland Council registered, and free of transmissible illness. Hound Mates reserves the strict right to decline ongoing service if a dog displays severe reactivity or behaviour unsuitable for our safety-first environment. Standard Hound Mates Terms of Service also apply.