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Nicki I.

Rice, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
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Skilled Vet Tech Student to Help!

Pet care experience

I first handled newborn kittens, unassisted, when I was 13. Prior to that I had my mother teach me everything she knew. I learned how to feed, potty and comfort them. From the first time I did was able to do this fully by myself, I’ve been in love with helping all animals. I’ve taken care of neonatal kittens and pups, and I’ve also cared for adult and senior cats and dogs. I know how to give medications, oral and injection. I’ve had many, many animals in my care over the last decade, and each one has held a special place in my heart. I currently have two dogs, a 1 year old mix who has joint issues and a 3 year old pup who takes oral medication for severe allergies, one 6 year old cat who takes injection medication, and a bearded dragon. I love all animals as if they were my own! I’m also a Veterinary Technician student!

Reviews

Nancy W.
Dog Walking • Jul 11, 2021
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Very Happy with her services will be using her again

About Nicki I.

Communication

Usually responds in within a few days
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

If your pet will be staying with me, I have a 3 bed, 2 bath, one story home. Small steps to enter the house but I’m willing/able to lift/assist senior and disabled pets. My second bedroom is my sons room, but he isn’t old enough to use it yet. It’s currently what I call my “Baby Hotel” it has a full sized bed and mattress (blankets too!!) that your dog l can gladly use! My 2 dogs and cat LOVE to sleep in it! I also have a fridge for any meds or food that needs to be kept a precise temperature. I also have crates available and plenty of soft blankets for your baby to use. I will disallow any interaction with my animals if you so choose, but my babies love any and everyone so I know they would get along!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nicki I. would like to know about your pet

I have no issues caring for any of your babies that might need a little extra attention or needs almost constant supervision. I just ask that you be upfront and let me know exactly what he or she needs so I know what I need to do should a situation arise. My goal is to have a perfect stay for both your babies and you with no stress on either! I can provide calming treats, weighted comfort wraps and make meals exactly how they love them, I just need to know ahead of time! Does your baby only walk properly on a harness or only likes to potty in one specific spot? Let me know! Can’t stand strangers or protective of your home? Let me know so I can approach in the best way for them!

A typical day

I love to take our dogs out in our backyard to run and play, or the the dog park that’s nearby! It’s usually empty when we go so there’s plenty of room to stretch out and do some zoomies!

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Nicki can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Nicki can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am home all day doing online classes (thanks Covid!) with my one year old son and I’m looking to help anyone care for their pets who are working, going away or need extra assistance during these times!

About Nicki I.

Communication

Usually responds in within a few days
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

11 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

If your pet will be staying with me, I have a 3 bed, 2 bath, one story home. Small steps to enter the house but I’m willing/able to lift/assist senior and disabled pets. My second bedroom is my sons room, but he isn’t old enough to use it yet. It’s currently what I call my “Baby Hotel” it has a full sized bed and mattress (blankets too!!) that your dog l can gladly use! My 2 dogs and cat LOVE to sleep in it! I also have a fridge for any meds or food that needs to be kept a precise temperature. I also have crates available and plenty of soft blankets for your baby to use. I will disallow any interaction with my animals if you so choose, but my babies love any and everyone so I know they would get along!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 2 cats
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nicki I. would like to know about your pet

I have no issues caring for any of your babies that might need a little extra attention or needs almost constant supervision. I just ask that you be upfront and let me know exactly what he or she needs so I know what I need to do should a situation arise. My goal is to have a perfect stay for both your babies and you with no stress on either! I can provide calming treats, weighted comfort wraps and make meals exactly how they love them, I just need to know ahead of time! Does your baby only walk properly on a harness or only likes to potty in one specific spot? Let me know! Can’t stand strangers or protective of your home? Let me know so I can approach in the best way for them!

A typical day

I love to take our dogs out in our backyard to run and play, or the the dog park that’s nearby! It’s usually empty when we go so there’s plenty of room to stretch out and do some zoomies!

Location

Rice, VA

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Pets

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Nicki I.

Rice, VA

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review