Nicole C.
Nicole C.
Contact for Boarding
from $17 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
🐈 Experienced cat caregiver!
Hello! My name is Nicole and I run an insured cat services business in Pittsburgh, PA. I am located in the Lawrenceville area. The services I offer are cat boarding (in my home) and cat drop-ins (in your home). 😺 Cat Experience 😺 I grew up with 4 cats and now have 3 cats of my own, one of whom is a senior who requires special care for chronic kidney disease and diabetes. I also volunteer at a cat sanctuary (Ricki’s Rescue🐈⬛), where all cats are welcome, including disabled, feral, and semi-feral cats. I’m well-versed in cleaning related tasks, food and water needs, and fun ways to play. All around, I am a life-long friend to many cats and a true animal lover.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Nicole was absolutely fantastic to work with! Truly went above and beyond to make sure our kitties were well cared for while we were away. First-time client, but will certainly be a recurring one.
Nicole was absolutely amazing! My cat, Azúcar, is very shy, and this was her first experience staying with a cat sitter, so I really wasn't sure how she would behave. Despite being a very difficult kitty at times, Nicole was incredibly patient with her and did everything she could to make sure Azúcar was comfortable and well cared for. Nicole took the time to understand Azúcar's personality and respected her boundaries while still making every effort to help her feel safe and secure. It gave me so much peace of mind knowing that Azúcar was in such caring and capable hands. I truly appreciate Nicole's kindness, patience, and dedication, and I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and compassionate cat sitter!
So glad we used Nicole! She took such good care of my cat! There were lots of updates and it allowed me to be more relaxed, knowing my cat was in good hands. We would definitely use Nicole again.
Nicole was an amazing sitter. It was my first time using rover and if I ever have to leave my cat with a sitter again I'll definitely leave her with Nicole. She sent updates and pictures daily and communications was so smooth and easygoing.
Once again, Nicole did great with my anxious cat, Redford. She took great care of him, even when he made it difficult to do so and updated me often throughout his stay!
Wonderful sitter. Nicole was provided a warm and loving environment for my cat to stay for a few weeks. I highly recommend Nicole for your cat sitting needs! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Schedule
😺 Cat Boarding Schedule 😺 ⚠️ Note that I am only able to board cats, not dogs. Additionally, I only board one cat at a time. 📆 I am available to board cats any day of the week. I work from home so I am able to give your cat plenty of attention throughout the day. 📆 I am not able to do pick-up/drop-offs on Saturdays from 10AM-4PM. Otherwise, I am available anytime for pick-up/drop-off anytime. 😺 Cat Drop-In Schedule 😺 ⚠️ Note that I am only able to drop-in on cats, not dogs. I can drop-in on any number of cats at a time. 📆 I am available to drop-in for cats any day of the week. I am available for drop-ins 1x or 2x daily. My visits are 30 minutes each. The time range for my drop-ins are typically morning (8AM-11AM) and/or evening (6PM-9PM). 📆 I have a full-time job, so I require some flexibility in the exact time of drop-ins.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
Note: For your peace of mind, I am insured with Pet Sitters Associates on top of the Rover Guarantee. 🏠 Cat Boarding Environment/Safety Info 🏠 ⚠️ Note I am only available to board cats, not dogs. Additionally, I only board one cat at a time. 🏠 I have a room separated from my other 3 cats that can be used as your cat’s personal getaway experience, complete with a food and water area, a great windowsill to sit on and watch birds, a litter box, a cat tree, a scratching board, and catnip wall lickers. ⚠️ Note that your cat will be in one medium sized room that I do not sleep in, although I spend the day in. If you know your cat responds poorly to being in one room, especially when alone, (extreme anxiety, excessive meowing, destruction of furniture, increased aggression upon return), the environment I can provide is not suitable for your feline. 🏠 This room doubles as my home office that I work from daily, so I would be in the same room as your cat all day for most days, allowing for plenty of time for attention and cuddles. 🏠 I also have a camera in the room so I can check on your cat if I am out of the house or even from another room. 🏠 Cat Drop-In/Safety Info 🏠 ⚠️ Note I am only available to drop-in on cats, not dogs. I can drop-in on multiple cats at a time. 🏠 I will be in your home for a full dedicated 30 minutes. Your cat will receive active attention (playing/cuddling/petting) as well as basic task completion (food, water, litter box, optional vacuuming). 🏠 I am familiar with "flight risk" kitties and am always on high alert when entering and exiting homes. 🏠 I will leave your home exactly as I found it, ensuring to not leave any messes. 🏠 I am comfortable with home security systems and/or security cameras being on during my drop-in visits.
Pets
A typical day
🐈 A Typical Day In My Home (Boarding) 🐈 🐈 I have a wide range of stimulating activities such as scratching boards, catnip, treats, automatic mice and balls, non-automatic mice and balls, stuffed toys, worms on a string, and a window that can be cracked to look out and listen to the outside. 🐈 Additionally, your cat will be staying in my office where I am most of the day on M-F, so I will be available to cuddle and pet your cat the entire work day for hours on end. Your cat will have access to a soft chair, a soft foot rest, a desk, and a storage bin turned into a hiding spot to rest on in my office. 🐈 I have 2 types of treats and Churus on deck as well! 🐈 A Typical Day In Your Home (Drop-Ins) 🐈 🐈 I will follow exact feeding, grooming, and litter box instructions. If treats are permitted, I will always be happy to offer one to your furry friend. 🐈 Playful cats are in luck as I love to interact and have fun! Leaving toys out is greatly appreciated. If your cat is more relaxed, cuddles and pets will be the main focus after care activities have been completed. 🐈 Even if your cat is hiding or skiddish, I am more than happy to hang out with them from a distance for the full duration of the visit to give them some calm company.