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Nikki O.

Kaneohe, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•26 reviews
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Certified Trainer with Base Access

Pet care experience

I am an experienced zookeeper and animal behavior expert. I've had over 12 years of animal care and training experience including my own pets, family and friends' pets, and over 100 species of animals at zoos and aquariums including invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals. Dogs are my specialty, but I am thrilled to care for any other animals in your family. I'm a certified professional animal trainer and love every critter under the sun. I'm reliable and well-versed in care and training. I've raised my own puppy and advised friends' with their young ones. I'm also experienced in the geriatric care of animals. Plus, I am experienced in successfully working through challenging behavior. I LOVE walking dogs and can never get enough snuggles.

Reviews

Grace J.
Dog Boarding • Jun 20, 2023
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I recently had the pleasure of entrusting my two furry companions, Kip and Lilé, to Nikki's care, and I cannot express enough how delighted I am with the exceptional service she provided. From the moment I dropped them off until the moment I picked them up, Nikki's dedication, professionalism, and genuine love for animals shone through. Her commitment to ensuring a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for my dogs was truly remarkable. First and foremost, Nikki's communication skills were outstanding. She promptly responded to my initial inquiry and took the time to thoroughly discuss my dogs' needs, habits, and any special instructions. This level of attention to detail instantly put me at ease and reassured me that my furry friends would be in capable hands. During their stay, Nikki went above and beyond to provide a nurturing and engaging environment for Kip and Lilé. She consistently kept me updated with photos and text messages, which meant the world to me. I could see that my dogs were happy, relaxed, and clearly enjoying themselves under her care. Her genuine affection for animals was evident in every interaction she had with them. Not only did Nikki ensure their emotional well-being, but she also paid meticulous attention to their physical needs. She followed their feeding schedule to the tee, taking note of Lilé’s medication and ensuring they received their meals/meds on time. Additionally, she dedicated ample time to exercise and play with them, making sure they received the exercise and stimulation they needed to stay healthy and happy. One aspect that truly set Nikki apart was her extensive knowledge of dog behavior and her ability to anticipate their needs. She handled any challenges that arose with ease and grace, demonstrating a deep understanding of animal psychology. It was clear that she genuinely cared about Kip and Lilé's happiness and well-being, which gave me complete peace of mind throughout their stay. In summary, Nikki's exceptional care, professionalism, and love for animals have left an indelible mark on me and my furry companions. She exceeded all expectations, providing an unparalleled experience for Kip and Lilé. I wholeheartedly recommend Nikki's services to anyone in need of a trustworthy, caring, and responsible pet sitter. She is a true gem, and I am grateful to have found her. Thank you, Nikki, for your outstanding service!

Lori Z.
Dog Boarding • Jun 05, 2023
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My two dogs spent 2 weeks with Nikki while we had a great trip knowing that they were being well taken care of! Nikki kept us updated with photos and reports throughout their stay. She is very experienced and knowledgeable on animal behavior and training. After their stay, she gave me a follow up of her observations and recommendations. I would highly recommend her and would definitely take me dogs back to her the next time I need a sitter. Thank you Nikki!

J D.
Dog Boarding • Jun 05, 2023
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Nikki was great! We are so grateful that she understood Lizzie and was not bothered by her talkative nature. 10/10 would recommend. She knows what she’s doing.

Tessa S.
Dog Boarding • Jun 04, 2023
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Nikki always takes such good care of our old man making sure he gets to socialize but safely!

About Nikki O.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For my boarding and daycare clients: I have a large fenced yard, 2 covered areas that my own dogs love, as well as an indoor area in the main portion of our home to accommodate dogs of varying activity levels. I am home all day to provide a watchful eye and will only leave them without human supervision for less than 3 hours if I have your approval and after your pup has acclimated to this environment. I will not leave during the first stay. I have extensive experience in animal safety, welfare, and risk management, and am acutely aware of creating a pleasant and safe environment for the animals in my care. I require meeting the dog first and for the dog to be comfortable with other dogs before bringing them into my home to ensure that they are a good fit and that my dogs will be a good fit for them as well. I also require the dog to have certain trained manners, unless you would like additional training services from me. For my dog walk and drop-in clients: I have extensive experience in animal safety, welfare, and risk management, and am acutely aware of creating a pleasant and safe environment for the animals in my care. I require meeting the dog first and for the dog to have certain trained manners, unless you would like additional training services from me. I am happy to follow whatever safety rules you have set and strive to provide equal if not exceeding quality safety standards.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nikki O. would like to know about your pet

Please be ready to discuss the follow questions as well as additional information that may be necessary for care. 1) Does your dog get along with other dogs, children, and animals? 2) Does you dog have an aversion to a particular stimulus like color, sound, movement, type of person, etc? 3) Has your dog ever bitten another dog or a person? Please explain 4) What trained behaviors does your dog know and do for other people? (Sit, stay, drop it, get back, heel, etc?) 5) What are your dog's favorite toys and treats? Can pup have treats? Does pup share toys well (if staying with us)? 6) Is your dog up to date on Hawaii required and recommended vaccines? Is your dog treated for fleas and heartworms regularly? 7) Boarding and Daycare clients: Any history of digging, jumping over the fence, or other behavior issues I should be aware of? Drop In and Walk clients: Any history of slipping collar, aggressing toward strangers, fearfulness, or other behavior issues I should be aware of?

A typical day

If your pup stays with us, I have a large yard great for getting energy out! I'm also home all day to provide tons of snuggles. Our neighborhood is my pups' favorite place to explore, and I would love to take our guests to explore it too. For my clients interested in at-home care, I will utilize the spaces in and around your home to get the most fun out of our visit. While I am unable to transport pets to other locations, I have extensicve training and experience in enrichment for a huge variety of species. I love keeping our critters engaged using their minds and bodies in ways that are appropriate for that individual. Plus I am pumped to get as much exercise as your furry friend needs and wants during our visits.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Nikki can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Availability

I currently work from home and am available almost any time and any day of the week. I have two pups of my own and am easily able to adjust my schedule to care for your fur (or scale or feather) babies either in your home or at mine.

About Nikki O.

Communication

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

For my boarding and daycare clients: I have a large fenced yard, 2 covered areas that my own dogs love, as well as an indoor area in the main portion of our home to accommodate dogs of varying activity levels. I am home all day to provide a watchful eye and will only leave them without human supervision for less than 3 hours if I have your approval and after your pup has acclimated to this environment. I will not leave during the first stay. I have extensive experience in animal safety, welfare, and risk management, and am acutely aware of creating a pleasant and safe environment for the animals in my care. I require meeting the dog first and for the dog to be comfortable with other dogs before bringing them into my home to ensure that they are a good fit and that my dogs will be a good fit for them as well. I also require the dog to have certain trained manners, unless you would like additional training services from me. For my dog walk and drop-in clients: I have extensive experience in animal safety, welfare, and risk management, and am acutely aware of creating a pleasant and safe environment for the animals in my care. I require meeting the dog first and for the dog to have certain trained manners, unless you would like additional training services from me. I am happy to follow whatever safety rules you have set and strive to provide equal if not exceeding quality safety standards.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Nikki O. would like to know about your pet

Please be ready to discuss the follow questions as well as additional information that may be necessary for care. 1) Does your dog get along with other dogs, children, and animals? 2) Does you dog have an aversion to a particular stimulus like color, sound, movement, type of person, etc? 3) Has your dog ever bitten another dog or a person? Please explain 4) What trained behaviors does your dog know and do for other people? (Sit, stay, drop it, get back, heel, etc?) 5) What are your dog's favorite toys and treats? Can pup have treats? Does pup share toys well (if staying with us)? 6) Is your dog up to date on Hawaii required and recommended vaccines? Is your dog treated for fleas and heartworms regularly? 7) Boarding and Daycare clients: Any history of digging, jumping over the fence, or other behavior issues I should be aware of? Drop In and Walk clients: Any history of slipping collar, aggressing toward strangers, fearfulness, or other behavior issues I should be aware of?

A typical day

If your pup stays with us, I have a large yard great for getting energy out! I'm also home all day to provide tons of snuggles. Our neighborhood is my pups' favorite place to explore, and I would love to take our guests to explore it too. For my clients interested in at-home care, I will utilize the spaces in and around your home to get the most fun out of our visit. While I am unable to transport pets to other locations, I have extensicve training and experience in enrichment for a huge variety of species. I love keeping our critters engaged using their minds and bodies in ways that are appropriate for that individual. Plus I am pumped to get as much exercise as your furry friend needs and wants during our visits.

Location

Kaneohe, HI

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Nikki O.

Kaneohe, HI

5.0 out of 5 stars
•26 reviews