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Nikole K.

West University Heights, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•108 reviews
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Make my own hours, flexible & sweet

Pet care experience

I had dogs growing up and miss having them around. I love walking and exploring new areas. I make my own hours and am very flexible. I look foward to meeting different dogs and getting to know their unique "dog-nalities" - I don't have a yard at my apartment (just a fenced patio). But I go out and walk to parks all around North Park each day, even on my own. I am open to walking dogs, doing drop in visits or staying in your home and housesitting. I will likely just care for one at a time, unless you own two, in which case please message me. If there is no where to park at your place please let me know so that I don't drive there. I am making my own work from home schedule these days, so I can be extremely flexible for pick up and drop off times. I usually do dog park visits mid morning and other less busy times to avoid it being busy or crowded. Pets in my home are welcomed up on couches, etc unless you specify not to allow this... I always ask about clients home rules for house-sitting.

Reviews

Mara C.
Drop-In Visits • Dec 12, 2023
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Nikole did an excellent job taking care of our dog.

Christopher G.
Dog Boarding • Nov 02, 2023
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Nikole was an incredible sitter for Honey! She was very quick to respond and easy to communicate with over the whole stay. She sent daily photo updates, and asked questions about how to make Honey more comfortable on walks and at home. Honey was happy and healthy when we picked him up and we will definitely try to book with Nikole in the future.

RJ M.
Doggy Day Care • Oct 13, 2023
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Ms. Nikole took great care to make my dog feel so welcome loved. She shared all the essential details and handed off a calm and happy pup. It’s no wonder she is a darling in the dog care community.

Danny R.
Dog Boarding • Jun 02, 2023
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Nikole was very communicative and patient about my Sunny’s care instructions. She did everything she could to provide a proper and comfortable stay.

About Nikole K.

Communication

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

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I carry an insurance policy for in-MY-home boarding & for in-YOUR-home housesitting. This covers some vet bills and incidentals that Rover would not help with if something awful were to happen. This is for both of our safety, trust, etc. Due to this insurance being nulled & void if you have somebody else sharing in your pet care while you are away, I do not allow any "job share" where your friend/neighbour/whoever handles some portion of your pet's care during your absence. This insurance costs me extra out of pocket, and is considered part of a premium luxury service that is PROFESSIONAL in home pet care. Thank you for understanding.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nikole K. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if your dog prefers several shorter walks in a day, or if they can handle going a few miles at once.

A typical day

I enjoy easy hikes, taking walks around parks, and exploring new trails at Mission Trails Regional Park. I try to get about 10,000 steps in per day for myself, so if your dog is up for that then they'll get some good exercise as well.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$65per night
House Sitting
in your home
$175per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$32per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$50per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$28per walk

Nikole can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Nikole can watch in your home

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

Availability

Rover doesn't allow me say which services I am available for on a single calendar day... it should be noted that clients looking for the 24 hour live in who never leaves should look elsewhere... I leave an overnight housesitting house for 4 hour blocks, usually once per 24 hours. I offer a nearly all day, for 20 hours straight I can charge $275 a day... That's for 20 hours with a 4 hour break. I charge $175 for a 10-12 hour overnight and a 30 min potty break during the day. Both price plans are considered a premium, luxury service to a simple 8 hour sleepover only with no nightwalk and no 1st thing in the A.M. walk. Feel free to message me with any questions regarding my schedule for the time you would be away.

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About Nikole K.

Communication

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

Skills

36 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I carry an insurance policy for in-MY-home boarding & for in-YOUR-home housesitting. This covers some vet bills and incidentals that Rover would not help with if something awful were to happen. This is for both of our safety, trust, etc. Due to this insurance being nulled & void if you have somebody else sharing in your pet care while you are away, I do not allow any "job share" where your friend/neighbour/whoever handles some portion of your pet's care during your absence. This insurance costs me extra out of pocket, and is considered part of a premium luxury service that is PROFESSIONAL in home pet care. Thank you for understanding.

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Nikole K. would like to know about your pet

I like to know if your dog prefers several shorter walks in a day, or if they can handle going a few miles at once.

A typical day

I enjoy easy hikes, taking walks around parks, and exploring new trails at Mission Trails Regional Park. I try to get about 10,000 steps in per day for myself, so if your dog is up for that then they'll get some good exercise as well.

Location

San Diego, CA

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Nikole K.

West University Heights, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
•108 reviews