To whom it may concern: Nicholas would be a wonderful selection as a pet sitter., His attention to detail with his own pet "Raven" is an excellent example. Nicholas is patient, caring and compassionate towaard animals. He is gentle, kind and non reactionary when animals pittle or urinate where they should not. He simply talks to the animal as though the animal understands, cleans it up and above all allows the animal to know it is alright. Nicholas is also a trainer for animals to go to areas where they should. His repetitive commands to the animal eventually translate to "understanding" and confidence is built within the animal "psychology" and proves they understand by going to the designated place to "potty". His ability and need to take the animals out for a walk shows how much he loves animals. When unexpected dog visitors is encountered, Nicholas is able to maintain calmness with his animal and tries to get the other animal to acknowledge him by trying to allow the other animal to familiarize themselves with Nicholas. I can only say that Nicholas would be a wonderful asset to someone who hires him to pet sit.. Nicholas is a second to none and choosing this individual for the job is above and beyond reproach. I recommend that he be selected.