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Nikki J.

Shorewood, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews
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Animal Lover with flexible schedule

Pet care experience

I have had a dog since I was in second grade, and have been house/pet sitting since I was in high school. I've also cared for some cats and other small animals, even a bearded dragon, a lizard named Arthur! I love animals of all kinds, shapes, and sizes.

Reviews

Kristin C.
Dog Boarding • Jul 17, 2023
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Nikki was so sweet and caring with our dog. She was very attentive to our dog’s needs and Gaia had a great time!

Melanie M.
Dog Boarding • Apr 08, 2023
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Nikki was a great sitter! I’m so glad we found her. We will definitely use her again.

Mary D.
House Sitting • Nov 20, 2022
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My girl Ziggy dislikes virtually everyone. She loves Nikki, and for that I love her too. She’s wonderful, sending pictures and texts updating me. I can’t imagine choosing a different person to care for my baby.

Mary D.
House Sitting • Sep 02, 2022
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Nikki was so wonderful! My Ziggy hates virtually everyone, she is a very grumpy lady. But within 5 minutes, she licked Nikki’s hand and my heart MELTED. Nikki updated me regularly about Ziggy while I was gone, she was so kind and so lovely. I will absolutely hire her again. Truly, Ziggy even hates my stepmom, and she’s known her since Ziggy was a baby. She loved Nikki.

About Nikki J.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
87% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I really cater to specifically your animal's needs and preferences. Upon request, I send pictures and updates as often as you'd like. I welcome animals/dogs who need extra care. I can care for your pet at my home or yours, whichever suits you both comfortably. I live close to the Oak Leaf trail. I love walking so when the weather is nice your dog will get some extra time outside. The longest walks I do are about 3-4 miles. (On overnight visits/extended stays walks are once per day for 30 minutes unless otherwise specified by you. If your dog needs a lot of walks, tips are appreciated :) ).

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Nikki J. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know how your dog is on a leash, how they are with other dogs (if I need to switch to the other side of the sidewalk when we see a friend coming for example,) and if they have any allergies, and if I'd be able to bring my own treats. Also if there were any kind of emergency, what vet to take them to etc. Or any of info you think I need to know would be very helpful, the more I know the better.

A typical day

I will do activities that your animal enjoys, cuddling, fetch, walks... Whatever needs your dog has or how they like to play, I can take care of it. Like any other guest, your dogs are welcome on my furniture. I can take dog(s) around your neighborhood or I'm near the Oak Leaf Trail.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$55per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$55per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$22per walk

Nikki can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat

Nikki can watch in your home

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

Availability

My schedule is currently very open, even during 9-5 business hours! I live in my own place in Shorewood, and currently do not have any pets of my own, my dog Oz passed away in 2022 he was 13 and had a lot of health issues (animals with health issues/special needs/seniors welcome!) My schedule is very flexible. I live very close to my family and they have a dog, a black lab named Roscoe who I get to see every day. So there's a lot of room in my life to care for more dogs and animals. I do not have any pets in my home.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated a month ago
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Nikki J.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
87% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I really cater to specifically your animal's needs and preferences. Upon request, I send pictures and updates as often as you'd like. I welcome animals/dogs who need extra care. I can care for your pet at my home or yours, whichever suits you both comfortably. I live close to the Oak Leaf trail. I love walking so when the weather is nice your dog will get some extra time outside. The longest walks I do are about 3-4 miles. (On overnight visits/extended stays walks are once per day for 30 minutes unless otherwise specified by you. If your dog needs a lot of walks, tips are appreciated :) ).

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Information Nikki J. would like to know about your pet

I'd like to know how your dog is on a leash, how they are with other dogs (if I need to switch to the other side of the sidewalk when we see a friend coming for example,) and if they have any allergies, and if I'd be able to bring my own treats. Also if there were any kind of emergency, what vet to take them to etc. Or any of info you think I need to know would be very helpful, the more I know the better.

A typical day

I will do activities that your animal enjoys, cuddling, fetch, walks... Whatever needs your dog has or how they like to play, I can take care of it. Like any other guest, your dogs are welcome on my furniture. I can take dog(s) around your neighborhood or I'm near the Oak Leaf Trail.

Location

Shorewood, WI

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Nikki J.

Shorewood, WI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•12 reviews