Nicole Z.
Gillette, NJ
Nicole Z. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Trustworthy, Long-Time Pet Owner
Pet care experience
Hello! My name is Nicole. I have cared for cats and dogs my entire life, both as a petsitter and as a cat/dog mom. I am very flexible with my services (dog walking, dog/cat sitting, feeding, brushing, cleaning, etc.) The only exception is I cannot have other animals at my home since I have a cat and she is skittish with dogs. I am just as comfortable taking your dog on a walk in the park as I am giving your feline friend some love! I am experienced with administering medicine, for my former dog needed insulin for his diabetes. I’d love the opportunity to be a trusted friend and caregiver to your pet while you are away! I have a full-time job as a reporter for local newspapers. My schedule is not a typical 9-5, so I am flexible with tending to your pet during the morning and evening during the week. I am typically always available over the weekend. I do not care take pets to my home because of my cat. I always like to spend 30+ minutes with the pets so they can burn some energy and get attention!
Reviews
Nicole was fantastic and Mango loves her. She did 3 walks for us during an overnight get away… great communication and updates.
Nicole took our beagle for a solid walk and played with her in the yard. She came on time and is trustworthy.
Thank you for tending to Maggie, sorry it got stinky in here, didn’t realize a week without putting out the garbage would be so smelly! Again, thank you and we’ll book you again! Rhona
I reached out to Nicole back in January for a May booking. Less than a week before we were due to leave, she backed out of one day due to an out of town party. After scrambling to find backup help, we were luckily able to find someone to cover at the last minute. On another note, I stressed that the in-time of 9am was necessary due to the way our cat feeders work. I noted this in messages through Rover and also explained this in person when meeting Nicole, and she agreed to this. On day 1 away, I messaged her again to stress this after noticing that she arrived at our house hours later. She agreed to come at 9am for the rest of the week again but never actually did. She lied and submitted check-in/out times before even arriving at our house every day, used some the same photos of our cats for following days and stayed for about 10-15 minutes total each time. Our cats were fine when we came home and we are very happy about that. However, as I understand this is a small gig and cats are very easy to tend to, I don’t appreciate being lied to as a customer paying for a service. This caused us to constantly check in on the house while overseas as we were never sure when our cats would be fed. I was optimistic as her other reviews are great but we will be looking for someone more reliable.
About Nicole Z.
Communication
Skills
Information Nicole Z. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet is okay with other dogs and people. I also need to know if your pet has any dietary restrictions, medical problems, or is prone to accidents in the house.
A typical day
We’ll run together and play fetch (if your yard permits it). After a physical workout, I like to sit down with them and give them lots of pets! I typically walk dogs in the client’s neighborhood, but there is a park near me that I’d be happy to bring them to only if the owner is comfortable with that.
Services
Nicole can watch in your home
About Nicole Z.
Communication
Skills
Information Nicole Z. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your pet is okay with other dogs and people. I also need to know if your pet has any dietary restrictions, medical problems, or is prone to accidents in the house.
A typical day
We’ll run together and play fetch (if your yard permits it). After a physical workout, I like to sit down with them and give them lots of pets! I typically walk dogs in the client’s neighborhood, but there is a park near me that I’d be happy to bring them to only if the owner is comfortable with that.
Location
Gillette, NJ
Pets
Nicole Z.
Gillette, NJ