About Us

Every Mate has a Story

Auckland Professional Dog Walkers

We are a small, dedicated team led by Kyla, our Founder and Head Dog Walker. An area local for over 17 years, Kyla has been providing a premium professional dog walking service across Central Auckland, City West, and the Eastern Bays for over 4 years. As highly reliable dog walkers, we are deeply passionate about the dogs we care for, their unique stories, and the local owners we support.

A Complete Care Journey

Puppy Visits

We get involved from the very start. Our dedicated puppy visits provide 30-minute home check-ins focusing on safe early socialisation, command reinforcement, and protecting developing joints.

Solo Dog Walking

Focused, 1-on-1 attention. We use bespoke solo dog walking sessions as "training trips" for teenage puppies building confidence, or tailored "sniffaris" for dogs who prefer their own company.

Dog Walking Groups

Carefully coordinated adventures (max 4 dogs). Once joints are fully developed, we match mates based on temperament for safe, engaging dog walking groups and social pack experiences.

Gentle Walks

Need a dog walker for older dogs? We provide gentle, local outings entirely at your dog's pace, focusing on extra sniff-time and relaxed, stress-free exploration for senior pups.

Sitting & Check-Ins

Midday home check-ins, feeding routines, and boutique pet sitting. A trusted dog check in service in Auckland for our regular clients to provide total peace of mind when you can't be there.

Pet Transport Auckland

Safe relocation in our custom van featuring individual crates and temperature monitoring. We offer local vet runs and premium VIP pet transport Auckland-wide.

Founder-Led Standards

Our team is personally trained by Kyla to ensure the premium "Hound Mates" standard is met on every single outing. We operate strictly as an Auckland Council approved dog walker, ensuring total compliance and safety.

We believe in enriching lives and protecting long-term health. That is why we stringently follow developmental guidelines for puppies, and proudly recommend bespoke solo outings for any dog that thrives better outside of a pack.

🛡️ Auckland Council Approved
🛡️ Pro-Health Vaccination Policy

The Hound Mates Standard:

  • Owner-Operated: High-level care led by our founder.
  • Premium Fleet: Van features permanent cushioned crates and extra ventilation.
  • Area Experts: Deep knowledge of Auckland's best tracks, beaches, and parks.
  • Certified Care: Fully council approved and liability insured for your peace of mind.

Our Local Service Areas

Searching for a dog walker near me? We provide premium care across these neighborhoods:

The Eastern Bays

St Heliers, Mission Bay, Kohimarama, Orakei, Glendowie, Wai o Taiki Bay.

Central Hub

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

City West

Herne Bay, Ponsonby, Grey Lynn.

Ready to join the pack? 👋

Reach out to Kyla to discuss your dog's needs and book your free Meet & Greet.