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Nicole R.

Waterloo, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

Nicole can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Availability

Work from home weekdays from 8:00-4:30 all but one week every quarter (so 4 weeks per year I report to the office). During those weeks I’m home for 45 minutes over my lunch break.

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Not available
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About Nicole R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in two story home with a fenced yard. For safety reasons I do not walk the pups I care for. No need to worry though…they will get lots of exercise in my back yard!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nicole R. would like to know about your pet

Must be house trained (accidents happen and I completely understand that) Must be good with ALL people (no biting…unless playful fun) Shots up to date

A typical day

Up at 7:00am or earlier if your baby needs outside. Being outside is my favorite so lots of ball throwing, tug of war and of course “zoomies”!

Location

Waterloo, IA

Nicole R.'s Neighborhood

“Just like Home”

Pet care experience

I grew up with the mind set that a dog is forever. Once you both say yes it’s til death takes us apart. With that being said...I lost my Annie girl (yelllow lab) a couple years ago to cancer. Since then I have been the “hot spot” for friends & family to bring their pups because they know I have so much love to give. I can not bring myself to get another dog but know that my love for them should not be wasted. Your pup will feel right at home in my two story, fenced in yard house. I won’t spoil them with anything other than hugs, paw shakes and high fives!

Reviews

Katherine D.
Boarding • Oct 04, 2025
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Great place and wonderful owner. Nicole excellent communication and update. All round great experience. When I book again it will be with her.

Jennifer C.
Boarding • Dec 08, 2023
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Nicole is amazing to work with! I loved her professional communication and love for animals she is caring for. Her home is clean and beautiful and she sent me pics throughout the day and even sent me a Christmas card worthy photo of my sweet Lucy in front of a tree that looks very professional! My sweet girl felt at home right away with Nicole and I look forward to booking with her again in the future! Thank you so much and Merry Christmas!!! ❤️❤️❤️

Gabriela H.
Boarding • Apr 10, 2023
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Beyond our expectations! Very friendly, super super sweet and loving with our puppy. Our family recommends Nicole 100% She’s an amazing sitter. Thank you so much!

Jenn P.
Boarding • Apr 01, 2023
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Nicole took great care of my Sadie. Above and beyond. Kept her safe. Loved on her. Cared for her. Made sure I was comfortable and sent updates throughout Sadie’s stay. 100% recommend!

About Nicole R.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I live in two story home with a fenced yard. For safety reasons I do not walk the pups I care for. No need to worry though…they will get lots of exercise in my back yard!

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nicole R. would like to know about your pet

Must be house trained (accidents happen and I completely understand that) Must be good with ALL people (no biting…unless playful fun) Shots up to date

A typical day

Up at 7:00am or earlier if your baby needs outside. Being outside is my favorite so lots of ball throwing, tug of war and of course “zoomies”!

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Nicole R.

Waterloo, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews