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Nicole D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Nicole D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $29 per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Highlights

Nicole has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
21 years of experience
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Full-time Professional Dog Mom ❤️

As a a lifelong dog mom, I know how hard it is to find good care for your best friend so it’s my honor to be your stand-in pet parent and give your baby the kind of care I give my own. I’m home full time with my sweet Shihtzu mix Blair and part of a work-from-home dog loving duo. My partner Adam and I have shared our lives with pups since childhood, and there’s nothing we enjoy more than having furry friends around. We can’t wait to welcome your pup into our “pack” and provide lots of love, couch cuddles and family walks. With over 20 years of experience caring for pups of all ages. I’m intuitive and naturally attune to your dog’s energy and mood, which helps me provide calm, responsive care. Your pup will join our little crew, which includes Blair, our friendly 15lb Shih Tzu mix. Blair is gentle, low-key, and great at reading social cues. She enjoys companionship and will help your dog feel right at home. We usually take two, 30-minute walks per day, along with several additional short strolls or potty breaks. Our building has a private dedicated potty spot right out back and we’re lucky to have lovely parks nearby and a quieter pathway for walks behind our building, away from busy streets. We’ll make sure to keep your pup’s routine and feeding schedule intact, and gladly adjust to their needs. I’ll also be sharing plenty of fun photos and videos so you can see your fur baby thriving! Their time with us will be like a doggy sleep-away camp packed with fun, enrichment, and family-style love until you return!

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
21 years of experience
Oral medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have free roam of our spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath apartment with comfy couches, rugs and a doggie bed to lounge on, as well as a quiet space for a crate if that’s part of their routine.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
50 ratings
Phillis B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 20, 2026

I feel so grateful to have found Nicole! She’s communicative, kind, and knows exactly what goes into caring for small breeds.shes given us peace of mind and my pup adores her! Thank you Nicole! 🙏❤️

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Amber S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 07, 2026

Nicole is the best! No one I trust as much to watch my baby Ryder.

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Michael D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 29, 2026

Nicole and Adam are the best. Tizzy loves being with them. We are super grateful.

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Michael C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026

Nicole was so great and friendly with our dog Fiona. Great having another small dog like Blair to help keep her relaxed and happy. Nicole was so attentive and great with updates for us. We look forward to booking with Nicole again!

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Meghan L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 12, 2026

Nicole is the best- she is so great with our dog, Mack!

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Allison S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 25, 2026

Nicole and her partner Adam took wonderful care of our dog Sammy! She was very communicative and sent us daily updates and pictures to let us know how he was doing. Sammy has to go to the bathroom pretty frequently and Nicole and Adam were very accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure his needs were taken care of. Thank you both so much.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m home all day and work limited hours virtually so I’m always around to keep your pets company and shower them with love and attention.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Nicole can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs I can accommodate so I can help them feel right at home. Unfortunately I can’t accept male dogs who mark in new places or exhibit compulsive marking behaviors, as we have expensive heirloom rugs and upholstered furniture.
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.