Nicole W.
Rockford, IL
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Pet care experience
I am owned by 4 labrador retrievers. I also breed and train Labradors for duck hunting and competition. I have been heavily involved in rescue and fostering in the past. My oldest daughter who lives with me, is attending vet tech school. Because of this, I can accept special needs dogs. Why I love dog sitting I have owned dogs my whole life. In high school I had jobs walking dogs and working in kennels.I have worked in a vets office and been involved in rescue.This has led me to begin breeding and training Labradors. I hope to one day have a full time kennel and training facility About my yard My backyard is fenced in. I do have lots of areas to walk also. In addition, my dog training group has private property where I can take dogs to run off leash.
Reviews
I am fortunate to have placed a Labrador puppy with Nicole, and I couldn't have found a better puppy-owner. Not only is she wonderful with dogs, but she went the extra mile in training, becoming more involved in dog sports than I ever would have expected. In addition, she has fostered many dogs of all temperaments, and most recently taken time off work to volunteer for animal rescue in Oklahoma. I would whole-heartedly trust Nicole with all of my dogs, and any other animal that might become part of our family.
I was with Nicole helping the animals and people out who were recently hit by the massive tornados in Oklahoma. While there she exhibited excellent organization skills, good communication skills with the people we were interacting with and excellent skills with all of the animals which we were interacting with. She has a special sense when it comes to scared animals which enables her to gain their trust. Even days after the storm these animals were terrified and in order to perform even the most basic functions such as feeding or walking you had to gain their trust. What comes to mind first was a young female mixed breed who was ready to whelp her pups and refused to move from the corner of her crate. Nicole was able to connect with her and get her to begin interacting with people and even take some food to help her keep her strength up. While this may sound simple it was far from a simple task which required a special person to accomplish.
About Nicole W.
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Information Nicole W. would like to know about your pet
I like to know a little history as to dog's social life. I spend alot of time outdoors with mine and would be doing that also while pet sitting. I like to know dog's obedience level and what are there favorite and least favorite activities. Also if they have any fears or phobias. I am partial to Retrievers :)
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks I have lots of streets that are safe to walk on and I occasionally go to White Oak Park for walks Your dog's sleeping arrangement If your dog is crate trained they will be in a crate in my room .If not they will be able to sleep wherever they are comfortable Time I'll spend with your dog Being that it would be on the weekend probably most of the day :)
Services
Nicole can host
Nicole can watch in your home
About Nicole W.
Communication
Skills
Home
Information Nicole W. would like to know about your pet
I like to know a little history as to dog's social life. I spend alot of time outdoors with mine and would be doing that also while pet sitting. I like to know dog's obedience level and what are there favorite and least favorite activities. Also if they have any fears or phobias. I am partial to Retrievers :)
A typical day
Here's where we'll take our walks I have lots of streets that are safe to walk on and I occasionally go to White Oak Park for walks Your dog's sleeping arrangement If your dog is crate trained they will be in a crate in my room .If not they will be able to sleep wherever they are comfortable Time I'll spend with your dog Being that it would be on the weekend probably most of the day :)
Location
Rockford, IL
Pets
Nicole W.
Rockford, IL