Nikolaas P.
Dutchtown, MO
K9 Behaviorist and Trainer
Pet care experience
I'm currently an accredited dog trainer for O'Fallon, IL Petsmart. I was previously in-house K9 behaviorist for Dogtopia of Ellisville with over 7 years experience working with dogs of all temperaments and backgrounds. Before I moved here from Virginia, I worked with the SPCA rehabilitating dogs for adoption. I currently train basic obedience and behavior modification for dogs of all breeds and ages at Petsmart. I work with full classes of pet parents and their dogs as well as private one-on-one sessions for specific issues or for reactive dogs. My job as behaviorist at Dogtopia was to act as a consultant to all of our canine coaches so every member of staff is an expert on canine language and be able to control rooms filled with 30+ dogs. I'm available 7 days a week for dog sitting and walking. I'll gladly work with any dog no matter how "bad" they are on leash! I focus on relationship building, consistency of training and care, treating every dog I work with like my own.
Reviews
Nikolaas was an amazing dog sitter to our two pups. Our boys can get anxious without us, but they loved him. He was super communicative, sent lots of updates and pictures, and I felt much more at ease leaving home. We will definitely book him in the future.
Nikolaas has been amazing with our two dogs. Both our boys are older (aka stubborn) and can have a lot of energy on a leash. Nikolaas’ energy calms them and he redirects them perfectly so they enjoy their walks stress free. They enjoy seeing Nikolaas when he arrives. They became instant friends. Nikolaas was very thorough in his interview with us and asked a lot of questions. We asked a lot of questions too and feel very happy we chose him as a walker and a friend to our dogs.
About Nikolaas P.
Communication
Skills
Information Nikolaas P. would like to know about your pet
> Dietary restrictions. > If your dog has any chronic illness (Diabetes, seizure disorder, etc.) and instruction of medication schedules. > Other medical concerns I should keep an eye out for. > Any touch sensitivities, behavioral concerns (resource guarding, leash aggression, dog aggression, prey drive, etc) NOTE: this will NOT make me say no to you!! Just as heads up for both your dog and my safety. > Your goals for you and your dog (Eg. Socialization, training, energy reduction, just dog sitting, etc)
Services
Nikolaas can watch in your home
About Nikolaas P.
Communication
Skills
Information Nikolaas P. would like to know about your pet
> Dietary restrictions. > If your dog has any chronic illness (Diabetes, seizure disorder, etc.) and instruction of medication schedules. > Other medical concerns I should keep an eye out for. > Any touch sensitivities, behavioral concerns (resource guarding, leash aggression, dog aggression, prey drive, etc) NOTE: this will NOT make me say no to you!! Just as heads up for both your dog and my safety. > Your goals for you and your dog (Eg. Socialization, training, energy reduction, just dog sitting, etc)
Location
Saint Louis, MO
Pets
Nikolaas P.
Dutchtown, MO