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Nikki H.

Star Sitter

Kettering, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
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Services

Nikki can care for

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

Availability

I am a stay at home mom that loves providing pet care. I have pretty open availability and will be taking routine lunch time walks starting this August. I always take vacation clients, do late night visits, am and pm of course as well.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Nikki H.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I currently do not offer care in my home as it is too complicated with having young children and two 100+ lb dogs already. Drop ins and walks only.

Information Nikki H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know in advance if there are any specific needs for you pet. To have the best walk I appreciate a heads up on things your pet may be reactive towards. Ie: dogs, people, birds, squirrels etc

A typical day

I am a big advocate of the outdoors. I would love to take your dog for a walk or hike in one of our local parks or around your neighborhood.

Location

Kettering, OH

Nikki H.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Nikki H. 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.

Needed: 4 legged walking partners

Pet care experience

*Currently accepting new reoccurring clients* Hello, I am a mom of school aged kids who has found joy in caring for animals in my free time. I have owned many different animals and have always been an animal person. From Yorkies, pitbulls, German shorthaired pointers, to many different cats and now rescuing two Great Pyrenese mixes. My husband worked in the veterinary field for over 15 years and my Mil was the Dayton foster location for GSPs. You can say animals play a big role in our lives. I have now been with Rover for two years and have helped care for so many fantastic pets. Before Rover I helped care for family and friends pets as well. I have administered many medications, inhalers for cats and dogs and other medical/senior needs. *Please note I do require a meet and greet before providing care to help better serve you and your pet as well as keep myself safe. Therefore I don't take last minute bookings unless you are an established client*

Reviews

Kristy L.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 27, 2026
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Nikki has been caring for our animals for quite some time now. I know our pets are safe while she is caring for them. Nikki’s communication is outstanding. I have peace of mind when she is taking care of our pets.

Tiffanie
Dog Walking • Jan 14, 2026
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Did great for my old guys first walk using rover . She provided pictures and followed even gave him his normal sweet treat after. Would recommend !

Courtney O.
Dog Walking • Jan 09, 2026
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Nikki is such a wonderful dog walker! My dog took a few days to warm up to Nikki and she was incredibly patient and loving

Emily O.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 07, 2026
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Nikki was amazing! She brought my hider out of his shell, he's never shown his face to anyone outside the family before this! We had three cats in different areas of the house and she kept everyone seperated successfully which we have even failed at on occasion. She sent me the cutest pics and even took care of washing out the food containers which I wasn't expecting at all. Will absolutely be booking with her again!

About Nikki H.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I currently do not offer care in my home as it is too complicated with having young children and two 100+ lb dogs already. Drop ins and walks only.

Information Nikki H. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know in advance if there are any specific needs for you pet. To have the best walk I appreciate a heads up on things your pet may be reactive towards. Ie: dogs, people, birds, squirrels etc

A typical day

I am a big advocate of the outdoors. I would love to take your dog for a walk or hike in one of our local parks or around your neighborhood.

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Nikki H.

Star Sitter

Kettering, OH

5.0 out of 5 stars
181 reviews