Nicole G.
Nicole G.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
£14 total per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Specialising in dogs and small animals 🐕🦺🐰🐱
I've grown up around all sorts of small animals; dogs, cats, rodents and hamsters and have lovingly cared for them since I was a child. I am comfortable around dogs of all sizes after caring for small dogs and dogs requiring a great deal of a exercise like Huskys. I can feed, bathe and orally medicate most animals. I have my own dog, an excitable Golden Retriever who I've raised from a puppy which means I'm experienced dealing with that extreme puppy energy! I am a dedicated rabbit owner and know how important it is to find someone who fully understands how to care for exotic animals. I am experienced medicating and grooming rabbits and understand the benefits of a good quality diet and place to live.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I have a medium sized fully enclosed garden for dogs to roam around and small animals to visit under supervision. I can crate animals if required, however, I am happy to have uncrated animals in my home who would sleep in the kitchen or bedroom overnight. I can accommodate nervous pets who need someone by their side day and night, as long as you let me know in advance and I can make sure my schedule is completely clear 😊 During the day, dogs are welcome to access the entire downstairs area. I have plenty of cosy spaces and couches for dogs to lounge on. Small furrys should be provided with their own pen/cage/set up and can be set up in the living room or a quiet spare room depending on your preference.
Ratings and reviews
I booked Doris in for an overnight stay with Nicole this weekend. Nicole was super quick to respond and we even had a meet and greet so Doris could get used to her surroundings and I could ask any questions about Doris's stay. Nicole was so good with Doris and you can tell she has a genuine love for dogs and small animals. Doris was so relaxed with Nicole and at her place, I was kept updated with photos and messages which was lovely since it was Doris's first night away from home. I wouldn't hesitate to book Nicole again or recommend her to anyone ☺️
Nicole was so great with Ted, who is prone to separation anxiety. She took lots of time to meet him in advance and asked plenty of questions about his routine and what would make his stay most comfortable. I definitely recommend Nicole and would have Ted stay with her again without hesitation!
Nicole was amazing! She minded our 4 month old puppy overnight and kept us updated with pictures so we didn’t worry. Our puppy was clearly very well cared for and we are delighted.
Nicole has looked after my pets for me multiple times over the years. She's taken my dog for walks in the mornings and evenings when I've been through busy periods at work and has looked after my cats on countless holidays. She's responsible, trustworthy and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure the animals are well looked after and happy. She's very vigilant and made sure to contact me in the past when she noticed one of the cats wasn't quite herself and sorted out a vets visit. Wouldn't hesitate to trust my pets to her in the future. Thanks!
Nicole looked after my dog on several occasions and has a very gentle nature with animals. She has also looked after my rabbit and made that she was fed and had everything needed while I was away. I know my animals are left in safe hands when Nicole is looking after them.
Nicole has been caring for my pets when I have had to leave them for a couple of years now. She is 100 % reliable, kind, caring and enthusiastic. My dog Keira is always so excited when she sees Nicole and obviously loves her. They go on lovely walks together, and Nicole takes photos so that I can see what adventures they have been on without me. I also keep house rabbits, and can't recommend Nicole highly enough if you are looking for a bunny sitter. A rabbit owner herself she knows exactly how to care for rabbits, who can be tricky customers. She can tell immediately if something is wrong and in the past has taken one of my rabbits to the vet for me as she could tell he was a bit quiet. Rabbits are experts at hidding illness and can go from being well to being at deaths door in the space of a couple of hours. I wouldn't trust anybody else to care for them when I am away.
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Schedule
During the school term, I work full time. I am available for boarding during school holidays and weekends. I am able to look after small animals in my home during the week if they do not require someone home during the day. During the summer/Easter/October holidays I will be available full time during the week and weekends.