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Nicole Z.

Hillsboro, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.

Nicole can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Nicole can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am available Monday through Friday 9am-5pm for drop ins and walks. If you’re dropping your pet off for the day to hang out I can do 8am-6pm. My pup Sammy loves other dogs. I can do Saturday and Sunday if booked a week in advanced.

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About Nicole Z.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

A typical day for my pets: I wake up around 6am every day. First thing is a potty break and 15-20 minute sniff walk to get that morning energy out. Then I prepare breakfast for my pup and 2 cats. Sammy eats home made food I make 4 days worth of portions at a time so it just needs to be warmed up. My cats like sheeba I add a little water to prevent dehydration. After breakfast Sammy relaxes for about an hour and then we go on our next walk of the day usually around 1 hour. Once’s she’s walked we go home for a couple hours to relax and have a treat. She likes her Kong with peanut butter and some crumbled treats inside. She also likes when I hide her treats around the house so she can find them. After her lunch nap we go for another 1 hour walk and some times a hike if the weathers nice. After the afternoon walk my pup takes a nap in her kennel and I brush my two boys Albus and Butters and give them their cat treats. Around dinner time I prepare their food the same way I did in the morning. At night time our walk takes about 45 minutes. And after her walk she relaxes until 10pm when she goes for a final potty break and then to bed for the night in my room.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nicole Z. would like to know about your pet

I love to see a happy healthy dog or cat so if you have any special requests I will be more than happy to provide that care for your furry friend.

A typical day

Pup cups frozen with little treats inside a kong for enrichment after walks. If permitted by you of course. I have tons of toys at all times and closely monitor them while they play so that I can dispose of small pieces, fluff or squeakers. I like to hide small treats around the house and teach my dog how to sniff them out by saying find it. Walks every few hours to sniff out the area; we go very slow the walk usually lasts 30-60 minutes. My past couple of pups have been high energy dogs so I have been in this routine for 9 years.

Location

Hillsboro, OR

Nicole Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Best care when you’re not there

Pet care experience

I have cared for others dogs and cats for about 18 years. I will care for your furry friend as if they are my own. I have no problem catering to specific diets they may have. I have experience with elderly and epileptic dogs. I had a pup of my own that had epilepsy and needed medications administered a few times a day. I am experienced with puppies as well as I have raised dogs from 7 weeks old to senior age.

Reviews

Katrina & Matthew F.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 26, 2025
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Kitsi was well cared for! Nicole is very attentive and did a great job making our somewhat anxious dog feel comfortable. Thank you!

Joshua M.
Aug 12, 2025

Nicole is the best pet mom/ pet friend I know! She has always been great in the time she’s spent with my dog Samson. He’s a high energy guy and she gives him all the love and attention he needs. She treats him like one of her own and she’s great with making sure any special needs are taken care of

ClementinePshocker S.
Aug 09, 2025

Highly recommend Very attentive and caring Nicole has pet sat several times for our frenchie, Cookie. 🍪 Cookie is a temper tantrum having teenage girl who lives to chew anything with a squeaker. Nicole will spend all day playing fetch to appease her need to destroy . Cookie has a picky appetite for anything that’s not a chew toy. Nicole will sit and hand feed Cookie to ensure that she gets all of her nutrients to grow big and strong to defeat the next boss squeaker toy. Nicole will text updates with pictures of Cookie playing, eating and bowl movements that may seem irregular. We appreciate the intricate updates for our Cookie Monster as it ensures she’s in safe and loving hands while we are away. We absolutely recommend Nicole to anyone in the area to pet sit as she is attentive , caring and she goes above and beyond to care for our Cookie Monster and Nicole even vacuumed up after Cookie destroyed a few toys ! That was an extra bonus for us 😆

Rachel Z.
Aug 08, 2025

Nicole is a natural born caregiver and absolutely loves animals. She has cared for my animals on a regular basis for several years and has proved over and over again her passion and love for animals as well as her vast knowledge in pet training and care. My dogs and cats adore her. It’s so important to find someone who you can trust with your fur babies. Nicole is that person for me and I truly believe she will be for you too!

About Nicole Z.

Communication

1 repeat pet parent
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

A typical day for my pets: I wake up around 6am every day. First thing is a potty break and 15-20 minute sniff walk to get that morning energy out. Then I prepare breakfast for my pup and 2 cats. Sammy eats home made food I make 4 days worth of portions at a time so it just needs to be warmed up. My cats like sheeba I add a little water to prevent dehydration. After breakfast Sammy relaxes for about an hour and then we go on our next walk of the day usually around 1 hour. Once’s she’s walked we go home for a couple hours to relax and have a treat. She likes her Kong with peanut butter and some crumbled treats inside. She also likes when I hide her treats around the house so she can find them. After her lunch nap we go for another 1 hour walk and some times a hike if the weathers nice. After the afternoon walk my pup takes a nap in her kennel and I brush my two boys Albus and Butters and give them their cat treats. Around dinner time I prepare their food the same way I did in the morning. At night time our walk takes about 45 minutes. And after her walk she relaxes until 10pm when she goes for a final potty break and then to bed for the night in my room.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nicole Z. would like to know about your pet

I love to see a happy healthy dog or cat so if you have any special requests I will be more than happy to provide that care for your furry friend.

A typical day

Pup cups frozen with little treats inside a kong for enrichment after walks. If permitted by you of course. I have tons of toys at all times and closely monitor them while they play so that I can dispose of small pieces, fluff or squeakers. I like to hide small treats around the house and teach my dog how to sniff them out by saying find it. Walks every few hours to sniff out the area; we go very slow the walk usually lasts 30-60 minutes. My past couple of pups have been high energy dogs so I have been in this routine for 9 years.

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Nicole Z.

Hillsboro, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews