Nicole H.
Nicole H.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $17 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Trusted Care for Dogs & Cats
I'm a lifelong animal lover with hands-on experience caring for both dogs and cats. I've cared for a wide range of dog breeds - including Pugs, Labs, Pitbulls, and Akitas — handling everything from energetic pups to gentle seniors. I'm also a devoted cat parent to three cats of my own, comfortable with all aspects of cat care, from feeding and litter box routines to playtime and companionship. My experience volunteering at the Everett Animal Shelter has given me even more exposure to animals of different breeds, ages, and temperaments. I live near trails and parks in Everett, great for dog walks and outdoor time. Whether your pet is a high-energy dog or an independent cat, I treat every animal with the same patience, attention, and love I give my own.
Cat care experience
Nicole also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
All of my pet care takes place in your home, where your pet feels most comfortable and secure. For walks, I focus on making sure your dog gets plenty of exercise, playtime, and fresh water along the way, keeping the experience enjoyable and stress-free for them. For pet sitting visits, I handle all the essentials - feeding, fresh water, playtime, litter box or yard cleanup, and administering medication if needed. I also make sure to give your pet plenty of attention and companionship during each visit, and I'm happy to send updates so you can feel at ease while you're away. Your pet's safety, comfort, and happiness are always my top priorities, whether it's a quick walk or an extended sitting visit.
Ratings and reviews
Absolutely — your review has a lot of warmth and, importantly for Rover, gives specific examples of why Nicole is trustworthy. I'd polish it a little and tighten the story while keeping it sounding like you: Nicole is an incredibly reliable, gentle, and loving pet caretaker! I was away traveling internationally when my son unexpectedly had to work extra-long shifts, which meant our precious pug, Bailey, was going to be spending very long days in his kennel. While Bailey loves his kennel, he also loves to socialize, snuggle, go for walks, and get plenty of attention — and with the hot summer days, I wanted to make sure he was getting outside and staying well hydrated. Despite my reaching out on extremely short notice — literally late at night needing help the next morning! — I was able to coordinate everything with Nicole via WhatsApp from Ireland. I gave her instructions for caring for Bailey as well as our two very independent but loving cats, Luna and Simba, and Nicole immediately put my mind at ease. Nicole was an absolute dream with Bailey! She made sure he received loads of attention and affection, had plenty of food and fresh water, got outside regularly, and she was completely comfortable giving him his medications. She even reached out to ask if she could take Bailey to the local dog park to play and took him on nice long walks, which he absolutely loved! What really went above and beyond was Nicole offering to take Bailey to his already scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments to help take some of the pressure off my son while he was working such long hours. Having someone I could trust to step in and care for our pets while I was thousands of miles away was invaluable. Nicole genuinely loves animals, and it shows in the way she cares for them. I would absolutely trust her with Bailey, Luna, and Simba again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for dependable, thoughtful, and loving pet care. Your pets will be lucky to have her! Don't wait too long to book her — once people discover how wonderful she is with their pets, I have a feeling her schedule will fill up quickly! 🐾❤️
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Schedule
Since I run my own travel advisory business, I have a flexible schedule that allows me to make pet care a real priority — not just something squeezed in around a 9-to-5. I'm able to offer consistent availability throughout the day for walks, feedings, and check-ins, and I'm not tied to rigid office hours, so last-minute requests or extended care are rarely a problem. Caring for pets fits naturally into my daily routine, whether that means a midday walk, spending quality time with a cat throughout the afternoon, or being available for early mornings and evenings. Your pet will get attentive, unhurried care from someone who genuinely has the time and flexibility to give them what they need.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsNicole can host up to 3 drop-ins per day