Nicole C.
Nicole C.
Contact for House Sitting
from $63 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Loving, Patient, and Always On Time
I’ve cared for pets for years, and I bring the same qualities I use in nursing school into my pet care: patience, responsibility, attention to detail, and a calm, caring presence. I treat every animal like they’re my own and take the time to understand their routines, personality, and comfort needs. I’m great with both shy pets who need gentle reassurance and energetic ones who need structure. I can help with puppy care, basic training reinforcement (sit, stay, leash manners), and sticking to consistent schedules. I’m also comfortable supporting senior pets, including slow walks, medication reminders, and extra comfort or mobility support — skills strengthened through my nursing training. As a nursing student, safety and communication are second nature to me. I follow instructions carefully, keep environments clean, and send regular updates so you always know how your pet is doing. Your pet’s well-being is my priority, whether that means sticking to their exact feeding routine, recognizing stress signals, or giving lots of cuddles and reassurance. What sets me apart is the combination of genuine love for animals + the responsibility and reliability I’ve developed through nursing school. Your pet will be in gentle, attentive, and trustworthy hands
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I care for pets with the same responsibility and attention to detail that I use in nursing school. Whether it’s my own pets or a client’s, I follow consistent routines, monitor behavior closely, and make sure each animal feels safe, calm, and understood. In a client’s home, I always: • Follow your instructions exactly (feeding, treats, routines, commands) • Keep your pet’s environment clean and comfortable • Use secure leashing and safety measures during walks • Stick to your pet’s normal schedule to avoid stress • Send frequent photo/text updates so you always feel connected • Respect your home and leave things as neat as I found them Emotionally, I give pets: • Patience • Gentle reassurance • Playtime and stimulation • Space if they’re shy or anxious • Extra cuddles if they’re affectionate With my nursing-school background I’m attentive, calm under stress, and very detail-oriented. I’m comfortable noticing changes in behavior, energy, appetite, or mood — and I take those signs seriously. My goal is simple: to make every pet feel safe, loved, and well cared for, and to give you complete peace of mind while you’re away.
Ratings and reviews
Nicole is super sweet and very communicative. Was able to help us out on a time crunch. Would definitely book again.
Nicole is a wonderfully responsible and genuinely caring pet caregiver. She’s attentive, patient, and treats every animal as if they were her own. I always feel completely at ease knowing my pets are with her.” — Lori R.
Nicole is a wonderfully responsible and loving pet caregiver. She goes above and beyond to make pets feel safe, happy, and truly cared for. Her communication is excellent, and she treats every animal as if they were her own. I always feel completely at ease knowing my pet is with her. Highly recommend!
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Schedule
Even though I’m in nursing school, my schedule is structured and predictable — which actually makes me more reliable as a sitter. Nursing school has taught me strong time management, so I plan my study blocks around pet care instead of rushing or forgetting anything. Because of my schedule, I’m able to offer: • Consistent availability (I know exactly when I’m in class and when I’m free) • Reliable routines for your pet (feeding, walking, meds, playtime) • Clear communication (I send updates before/after class) • A calm, organized presence — nursing school requires it • Flexible mornings, evenings, and weekends depending on your pet’s needs