Profile image
Profile image

Nicole Z.

Star Sitter

Gillette, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•30 reviews
Image 0

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

Liz N.
Dog Walking • Mar 22, 2024
Profile image

Nicole was fantastic and Mango loves her. She did 3 walks for us during an overnight get away… great communication and updates.

Danielle M.
Dog Walking • Nov 05, 2023
Profile image

Nicole took our beagle for a solid walk and played with her in the yard. She came on time and is trustworthy.

Rhona K.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 29, 2023
Profile image

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

Vanessa C.
Drop-In Visits • May 25, 2023
Profile image
Profile image

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

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$24per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$24per walk

Nicole can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 10 months ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Nicole Z.

Communication

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in within a few hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

13 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

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

Nicole Z.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Rover Logo
All stays booked on Rover receive our Rover guarantee, 24/7 support, and our reservation protection.
Profile image
Verified Enhanced Background Check
Profile image
Verified Enhanced Background Check

Nicole Z.

Star Sitter

Gillette, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
•30 reviews