Nicolina & Patrice M.
Nicolina & Patrice M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $27 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
20Yrs of Canine to Equine Care
As a sister duo with over 20 years of hands-on experience caring for a menagerie of pets big and small, we have honed an innate ability to make every animal feel safe, loved and completely at home in our care. From bottle-feeding orphaned kittens to rehabbing rescue dogs with behavioral issues - we have done it all with boundless patience, creativity and compassion. Growing up, our parents operated an equine riding and boarding stables where we were both in was in charge of caring for our horses as well as the boarders' horses and other farm animals. We've had rescue dogs with severe behavioral issues and we are just as comfortable with large, nervous animals as we are with tiny rodent companions. We have raised orphaned kittens, even rats and mice. Our special skills include: Puppy Handling: We use positive reinforcement to teach the basics. Proper socialization is key! Senior Pet Care: We are adept at accommodating aging pets' special needs like medication administration, dietary restrictions, frequent potty breaks, and mobility assistance. Keeping golden years golden. Animal Behavior & Rehabilitation: Our gentle, patient approach has helped many rescues and traumatized pets overcome fears, anxiety, and lack of socialization to become thriving companions. We will treat your furry family as my own, showering them with affection, engaging activities, and an experienced, caring hand to ensure their happiness and wellbeing while you're away. Your pets will be our #1 priority!
Cat care experience
Nicolina & Patrice also care for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
As a pet sitters dog walkers and animal care providers, ensuring the safety and comfort of your furry companions is our top priority, whether we are caring for them in your home or out on walks. For in-home pet sitting, we will follow your established routines and rules to a tee to minimize disruption and keep your pets feeling secure in their familiar environment. Prior to our first meeting, we will consult with you on habits, favorite spots, behavioral issues, and any other unique needs so we can properly care for them. You can count on us to keep things clean and tidy, with litter boxes scooped, living areas neat, and food/water bowls freshened. For dog walking services, the safety of your pup is paramount. We are both experienced in properly introducing myself to new dogs to make them feel at ease. We will keep them leashed at all times on our walks. We are also prepared to administer any medications as needed while your dog is in our care. No matter the service, you can rest assured your beloved pets will be doted on with expertise, patience, and a gentle hand. We will pay close attention to any signs of distress such as yawning, tremoring, panting, tucked tail and so on. Your companions' well-being is in trustworthy, caring hands when you book us.
Ratings and reviews
They always do a great job and are wonderful to work with!!
My first time using Rover (after a few years of reading reviews and overcoming my fear) and it was AMAZING. Nicolina and Patrice were so friendly and professional it calmed my 'stranger danger' anxiety. Pics of my pooch were so cute (I still don't know how they got him to look IN the camera) and seeing a map of the route they walked was a really nice (and unexpected) feature 👍🏾☺️ They took such good care of my baby while I had to work crazy days/hours. And since my job can be pretty demanding #EmergencyManagement I'm sure we'll be on the 'repeat offender' list 😂
They did a great job! On short notice
Nicolina & Patrice are wonderful. Very friendly and good with animals. I definitely recommend..
The best!
What can we say Nicolina and Patrice, they are amazing! We needed to go abroad on short notice and thankfully they were available to walk our dog twice a day. Two weeks ended up being weeks, but each time we needed to extend, Nicolina was more than happy to help. She showed up on time every day and developed a bond with our dog who has a high anxiety level. Nicolina had no trouble caring for her. She’s a real pro. We would hire Nicolina and Patrice again in a heartbeat.
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Schedule
We understand the importance of having a flexible schedule to accommodate pet care needs for cats and dogs. We are dedicated to provide your furry companions with regular visits, feedings, walks, playtime, litter box maintenance, and backyard potty breaks. As a duo, we are available for morning/afternoonmeet-ups to give medications, brush, play with, or simply shower your pets with attention over their first cup of coffee. Afternoon visits are perfect for mid-day walks, feedings, litter cleaning, and engaging play sessions. And our evenings are wide open for overnight stays or late-night let-outs if needed. We can easily adapt to your pets' routines and be available for regular drop-in visits or extended stays. Caring for cats and dogs are our passion, and we will seamlessly integrate it into our daily life to ensure your furry family members receive the attentive, loving care they're accustomed to in their own homes.