Nicole J.
Arlington Ridge, Arlington, VA
Services
These prices are for 1 dog.Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Nicole can care for
Availability
When pet-sitting, I spend most of the day at home with the pet(s.) I am back in school, taking some cyber security classes online, so I might spend a couple of hours working on my laptop. If I need to leave, it's rare that I'd be gone more than 1-4 hours. I do not smoke or vape. I am happy to let any pets sleep in the same bed, if they want to!
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About Nicole J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to help pets keep their regular routine at home as much as possible. Walks and other enrichment activities can be mixed up, or a new surprise, to keep animals mentally stimulated and reduce stress or boredom. Positive reinforcement is the only method I use for training or redirecting behavior in animals.
Information Nicole J. would like to know about your pet
Please tell me about any food allergies! Any past negative experiences, whether it was a food they didn't like the taste of, another animal they've been around that didn't play nice, etc., please let me know to avoid repeating it. When is your pet the most content? Do they prefer things to be really quiet, or do they like hearing someone talk to then? And, of course, what are their favorite toys and treats?
A typical day
Let's play find the treat/toy! Not really into searching for things? OK, let's chase something that is moving fast or in an interesting way! Oh, you'd rather take it easy physically? That's OK, you can show me the commands and tricks you know, or we can work on learning a new one!
Location
Arlington, VA
Nicole J. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Keeping pets safe and happy!
Pet care experience
Caring for senior pets is my specialty, but I have experience with pets of all ages (including newborn puppies!) I've cared for large dogs of my own, for most of my life. I am adept at quickly figuring out a dog's favorite ways to play and interact, and that is a huge part of the bonding process for me. Volunteering at various animal rescue organizations has kept my skills sharp when it comes to interacting with dogs of all size, temperments and with a variety of medical care needs. I currently dog & house sit for some of my neighbors and would like to spend more time, in-between, helping care for more pets. My childhood dog was a tawny Briard, who I loved to groom and trained to do several tricks! Dogs I've had as an adult include a 100+ lb Labrador Retreiver, an Australian Cattle Dog and a Pitbull Mix. I also have experience caring for dogs post-surgery (including administering IV drips) and blind dogs.
Cat care experience
Nicole also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Nicole J. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.
Nicole was an amazing cat sitter! She was incredibly proactive, responsive, and genuinely caring throughout the entire booking. She kept me updated with thoughtful messages and photos, which gave me great peace of mind while I was away. It was clear she truly cared about Pang, and I came home to a happy, well-cared-for cat. I would absolutely book with her again!
Phenomenal cat sitter! Even my shyest kitty warmed right up to her on the first visit. I appreciated her reliability and attention to detail. She incorporated each of my cats’ playtime/attention preferences into everyday care. She was also easy to communicate and coordinate with.
Nicole went above and beyond to sit our dogs, even when they were difficult at times. She was very communicative and thorough, asking lots of great questions. She also left our place in great shape!
About Nicole J.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I like to help pets keep their regular routine at home as much as possible. Walks and other enrichment activities can be mixed up, or a new surprise, to keep animals mentally stimulated and reduce stress or boredom. Positive reinforcement is the only method I use for training or redirecting behavior in animals.
Information Nicole J. would like to know about your pet
Please tell me about any food allergies! Any past negative experiences, whether it was a food they didn't like the taste of, another animal they've been around that didn't play nice, etc., please let me know to avoid repeating it. When is your pet the most content? Do they prefer things to be really quiet, or do they like hearing someone talk to then? And, of course, what are their favorite toys and treats?
A typical day
Let's play find the treat/toy! Not really into searching for things? OK, let's chase something that is moving fast or in an interesting way! Oh, you'd rather take it easy physically? That's OK, you can show me the commands and tricks you know, or we can work on learning a new one!
Nicole J.
Arlington Ridge, Arlington, VA