Nicole P.
West Bench, ID
The Dog, Cat, and Rat Sitter
Pet care experience
In March 2020, after 10 years, I had to say goodbye to my best friend Chance after a battle with Cushings Disease. At 22 years old, Chance, a Husky/Boxer, became my very first dog. Absent the mother, I had to learn to bottle feed him and do everything that a mother does for a newborn pup. It was truly a unique and rewarding experience and I learned a lot over the years. However, the grief after losing him was extremely difficult to overcome, so a friend suggested I jump on Rover and it might help. Therefore, caring for your furry family member is more than additional income, its an experience I miss more than anything. I am just not ready to rescue any dogs of my own at this time, so I truly enjoy the time I get to spend with your pets. I also grew up with cats as a child into early adulthood and I love cats and rats/guinea pigs. I am reliable, easy to get a hold of, responsible, and have common sense when it comes to animals. If you book a drop-in for your dog, I will feed the pup, play with them, and of course walk the pup if you want or just hang out in the house or backyard. If you book a drop-in for a cat, I will feed and play with the kitty and also clean the cat box and make sure areas are clean before leaving. If you have any rodent pets in addition to the cat and/or dog, there will be no extra charge to feed/water.
Reviews
My cats basically look forward to my traveling because of Nicole.
Nicole is amazing! Ziggy has a fear of people but has a bonafide crush on Nicole! She’s in his short list of “his people” because of her powerfully good energy and patience and kindness with all animals.
Wonderful, as always!! Our super shy cat just loves you- it’s hysterical.
Nicole always takes amazing care of our cats and pup! She sends lots of photos and gives them lots of love. She’s thorough and leaves them better than they were before she saw them. Always happy when we can schedule her. :)
About Nicole P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I make sure I follow the owners instructions exactly, pets are fed, plenty of water, plenty of play, and ensure everything is locked and food/cat box areas are as clean as possible before I leave the home.
Information Nicole P. would like to know about your pet
What the dog or cats eating habits are and how much to feed them and time of feeding of course. Any medications or supplements needed. If they have any illnesses, limitations, or anything concerning that needs extra attention. What their favorite toy is and whether a dog is ball/toy or food-bowl aggressive.
A typical day
If you have toys, I will play with them and keep them in good spirits while you’re away. Tug-o-war, throwing the ball, and keep-away to name a few. I will take the dog for walks in a specific area or route of your choice if desired, or just hang in the backyard.
Services
Nicole can watch in your home
Availability
My availability is typically M-F anytime before 9am and anytime after 6:30 pm due to work schedule. Any time is is fine on the weekends. I work for my families company based out of CA and work from home here in ID, but I do travel to CA often so its good to have a backup sitter for when I am away.
About Nicole P.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I make sure I follow the owners instructions exactly, pets are fed, plenty of water, plenty of play, and ensure everything is locked and food/cat box areas are as clean as possible before I leave the home.
Information Nicole P. would like to know about your pet
What the dog or cats eating habits are and how much to feed them and time of feeding of course. Any medications or supplements needed. If they have any illnesses, limitations, or anything concerning that needs extra attention. What their favorite toy is and whether a dog is ball/toy or food-bowl aggressive.
A typical day
If you have toys, I will play with them and keep them in good spirits while you’re away. Tug-o-war, throwing the ball, and keep-away to name a few. I will take the dog for walks in a specific area or route of your choice if desired, or just hang in the backyard.
Location
Boise, ID
Nicole P.
West Bench, ID