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Nicole H.

Spring Grove, IL

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Services

Nicole can care for

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

Availability

I have a part time personal asst role about ~10hrs per week in Lake Forest (days vary from week to week), but primarily work for myself from home the rest of the week. These positions allow for a pretty flexible schedule to work within your animal care needs. Should you want something outside what Rover allows you to choose (sometimes odd requests/needs happen), just select what is closest and send me a message to explain. More often than not, we can make it work with a bit of explaination/clarification.

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About Nicole H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your animal family members in your own home and work with them on their terms, and at a pace that feels comfortable to them. I understand messes can happen and nerves can get the better of some, while others instantly want to be my new best friend. I work with patience, kindness, understanding, and respect. I am unable to care for your furlings within my own home at this time, but am happy to go to you.

Information Nicole H. would like to know about your pet

As with any living being, we all have different fears and needs, so whether medication, strict adherence to meal times, or even fears of something that may seem abnormal, just let me know ahead of time and I do everything I can to keep their stress low, needs met, and/or keep a watchful eye on anything out of the ordinary

A typical day

Dogs: Walks as needed and as weather permits. Tug toys, fetch, puzzle toys, and I have quite a bit of experience with power chewers (my pittie is obsessed). Always down for cuddles as well. Cats: I know from professional and personal experience that cats of all ages (much like dogs) have favorite kids of toys (feathers, crinkles, electronic, etc) and can also enjoy chasing and puzzle games if they prefer. If you know of something your pets absolutely LOVE/go crazy for or even fear, please let me know. Im there to care for them and put YOU at ease.

Location

Spring Grove, IL

Nicole H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Animal lover with vetmed background

Pet care experience

I'm Nickie, and on top of being an overall animal lover, I've had a number of pets in my life, and worked in the vetmed world for more 10 yrs. I know messes happen, and don't shy away from cleaning them up. Should I be invited into your home, I am respectful and courteous. I do everything I can to work with you and your animals' schedules. Overall, my schedule is quite flexible. As for my own little zoo, I have a female pit bull named Annie B. Nannie, two female kitties named Freddie Spaghetti and Penny Parmesan, and chonky male cat name Kevin Pickles.

Cat care experience

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Your cat wants me on their staff!

Nicole also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

About Nicole H.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I care for your animal family members in your own home and work with them on their terms, and at a pace that feels comfortable to them. I understand messes can happen and nerves can get the better of some, while others instantly want to be my new best friend. I work with patience, kindness, understanding, and respect. I am unable to care for your furlings within my own home at this time, but am happy to go to you.

Information Nicole H. would like to know about your pet

As with any living being, we all have different fears and needs, so whether medication, strict adherence to meal times, or even fears of something that may seem abnormal, just let me know ahead of time and I do everything I can to keep their stress low, needs met, and/or keep a watchful eye on anything out of the ordinary

A typical day

Dogs: Walks as needed and as weather permits. Tug toys, fetch, puzzle toys, and I have quite a bit of experience with power chewers (my pittie is obsessed). Always down for cuddles as well. Cats: I know from professional and personal experience that cats of all ages (much like dogs) have favorite kids of toys (feathers, crinkles, electronic, etc) and can also enjoy chasing and puzzle games if they prefer. If you know of something your pets absolutely LOVE/go crazy for or even fear, please let me know. Im there to care for them and put YOU at ease.

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.
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Nicole H.

Spring Grove, IL