Nicole M.
Nicole M.
Contact for Boarding
from $45 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Dog play dates, walks, hikes & more
(I will be moving off island to the Virginia/Maryland area in August 2026.) I've had dogs my whole life and it didn't matter where the military took me, I would keep them with me. I had my previous dog for 14 years and 5 moves, he was a well traveled dog that lived a long life. I now have 2 pups, a 2 year old corgi, and a 1 year old jack russell. They keep each other company and they like to run around the back yard thats fenced in, wrestle, and play with other dogs similar to their size. I've watched friends dogs in the past, provided eye drops and medication for them. I plan on opening up my own dog boarding business when I retire from the military. I know the struggle of finding someone who can take care of pets on island and I would like to help alleviate some stress from pet owners. Recently the pups and I took a break on Rover from Nov 2025-March 2026. I fostered a mamma pup and her 7, puppies until they were all adopted out. I now have three dogs of my own because I adopted the mamma and her name is Ipo. I'm now experienced in puppies that are still nursing and everything that goes along with puppies from when their eyes are still closed until they are all grown enough to be adopted out. It was such an eye opening experience and I loved it.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Nicole was amazing and so kind! She took great care of our onyx girl after her spay and was very patient. She updated with Pictures and videos throughout her boarding. We’re so bummed she is moving and would rebook her in a heartbeat.
Sir absolutely loved his time with Nicole and her sweet pups. It’s the second time he stayed with her, and he instantly felt at home. She spoiled him with new toys and let him play on the splash pad in her yard. I will definitely be sending him there again.
Nicole went above and beyond for us. We are more than happy with her service. I could not recommend her enough.
Nicole is awesome! Ella loves being “part of the pack” and Nicole always ensures Ella is taken care of. Communication and updates are great!
Nicole is incredibly sweet and understanding with last minute requests. My three year old corgi loves her and her doggies. She was respectful of my requests and I gave for flexibility with my dog. She frequently sent pics and videos of him having a blast. He certainly enjoyed his vacation at Casa de Nicole while I enjoyed mine. I was very relieved during my time away that my dog was loved and cared for. He can’t wait to be back.
I’m so thankful to have found Nicole. Our original dog sitter backed out on us prior to a very long trip away and I had so much anxiety trying to book someone to watch my pup with only a few weeks to do so. Nicole really went above and beyond with Bijou and made sure she was a part of her pack. She sent lots of regular updates which were very much appreciated when we had to spend so much time away from our doggo. Nicole also quickly addressed a minor health issue with our regular vet and kept me updated about everything happening in between. Thanks so much for such an awesome experience!
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Schedule
Which ever pet I take care of will be treated like one of my dogs. I come home for lunch everyday so the dogs go out in the morning, hang out in the house during the day. Five hours after I leave, I come home for lunch and let them out. Then another five hours go by and I come home at the end of the day and let them out again, and they run around the back yard.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
In my home, the dogs are safe and the back yard is fenced in. They are allowed on the couch and they can just hang out. In a clients home, I will respect the wishes of the client and do what is asked of me.
Pets
A typical day
When I watch other dogs we go on walks, dog parks, and sometimes the dog beach. Depends on what the status is of the pup and if there are any medical needs or not.