Nola L.
Austin, TX
Services
Nola can care for
Availability
**Schedule and Availability** I work full-time Monday through Friday during normal business hours, 9am-5pm. I'm currently following a hybrid schedule where I'm typically in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and working from home on Mondays and Fridays. For weekday drop-in visits, I'm usually available for 1-2x visits a day, either before 9am or after 5pm. For weekday walks, I'm only available after 5pm. On weekends, I'm generally available for petsitting services at any time, and my calendar is up-to-date. I may be able to make exceptions to my typical timing and/or accept extra visits/walks per day depending on the client/pet and my availability. __________________________
About Nola L.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
**Client care** When in a client's home, I strive to make your pet's experience as seamless as possible. I aim to keep up their normal daily routine as much as possible based on the services booked, and I will love on your pet and give them all the attention, exercise and play time so they are happy and healthy for your return. Additionally, I like to keep things clean and orderly, so expect to come home to a peaceful space without anything out of place! __________________________
Information Nola L. would like to know about your pet
**Meet & Greets** These are required for new clients. I prefer to know as much as I can about a pet before any visits so I can be as knowledgeable and prepared as possible. Every detail is important to me - feeding schedule, potty schedule, play and exercise preferences, medication, and everything in between. That way I can make sure I'm tailoring the experience to each individual pet's needs and likes/dislikes so they have the best experience possible!
A typical day
Walks, dog parks, playing in the yard or inside the house, and snuggling - these are all fun things I love doing with my dogs, and will definitely love to do with yours as well! Please let me know your dog's specific favorite activities and toys - if your dog really likes to swim, let's discuss how we can make that a reality! And if your dog loves to play tug-o-war for hours, let me know and I'll make sure to get some tug-o-war time in with your pup!
Location
Austin, TX
Pets
Loving, attentive & responsible!
Pet care experience
Hi there! I've been an animal lover all my life and I couldn't imagine time better spent than with a pet! Any time I spend with a furry friend is 100% focused on them, whether it's taking him/her on a walk around the neighborhood, playing fetch at the dog park, or simply sitting on the couch for snuggle time. I love on every animal I care for as if they are my own. I am an extremely responsible and communicative person by nature, so I will always be fully available, responsive, and proactive during the time that I am caring for your pet. Please don't be afraid to ask questions and reach out any time! I am also constantly learning about best practices for dog and cat care - from feeding and playing to training and grooming. I do this because I want to provide the best care possible for my clients (and for my own two dogs, Juniper and Pepper). Please contact me so we can discuss you and your pet's needs so I can put together the perfect boarding visit, housesitting stay, drop-in visit or walk to make sure you are comfortable and your pet gets the best care possible. I look forward to hearing from you. __________________________ **FYI - For New Clients** I require meet & greets before accepting any new clients or pets, and will only accept bookings from new clients booked a minimum of 48 hours in advance before the booking is scheduled to begin. This allows us to have time to meet and discuss pet care. I may be able to accept last-minute, emergency requests from new clients based on fit and availability, and a surcharge may apply. This does not apply for any existing or repeat clients. __________________________
Reviews
Nola has cared for our two cats since 2017. Nine years, dozens of bookings, and the only reason we're stopping is that we moved out of state. If that alone doesn't tell you everything, here's the rest. Our shy cat, who used to hide from everyone, now greets Nola at the front door. That transformation happened through years of patience, gentleness, and genuinely loving attention. Every visit came with a thoughtful note and photos, litter scooped, fountains refreshed, food routines followed exactly, and the little quirks of each cat remembered and respected while taking care of the house while we are away. Beyond the care itself: Nola is the sitter you can build a life around. She flexed her schedule for our emergencies, covered us when travel plans went sideways, and never once in nine years gave us a reason to worry while we were away. We handed her our keys and our fur babies through job changes, family trips, and everything in between, with total peace of mind. If you're lucky enough to find Nola available, book her. Your pets will love her, and so will you. Thank you for nine wonderful years, Nola. Peanut and Donut will miss you, and so will we.
Nola has once again been incredible. After all these years, she’s still the only person we trust with Peanut and Donut, and she continues to go above and beyond every single visit. Her updates are always so thoughtful — full of little stories, photos, and moments that show how well she knows our kitties and how much she genuinely cares for them. She notices everything, handles even the small unexpected things without a second thought, and makes sure the house and the kitties are completely taken care of while we’re away. We always come home to happy kitties, clean bowls, fresh water, spotless litter, and this feeling of total peace because we know Nola was here. She doesn’t just “check in” — she really spends time with them, plays with them, comforts them, and treats them like her own. It’s the kind of care that lets us travel without worrying for even a moment. We’ve said it every year and we’ll say it again: if we could give 10 stars, we would. Thank you, Nola, for always being there for Peanut and Donut, and for taking such amazing care of them. We appreciate you more than we can say.
Nola has been with us since 2018 — the only person we’ve ever booked through Rover! She just finished another round of visits over the July 4th weekend and the week leading up to it, and once again, she was amazing. She always goes above and beyond — thoughtful updates with pics, little stories about Peanut and Donut’s antics, and just this overall sense of genuine care. She notices everything, picks up on the kitties’ moods, and handles even the small stuff - like bringing in a package from outside without us even asking. It’s the kind of attention that makes us feel totally at ease while we’re away. We always come home to happy kitties, clean litter, fresh water cups, and a sense that everything was truly taken care of. It’s a huge relief to be able to travel and not have to worry for a second. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again — 10 stars if we could. Thanks again, Nola, for always being there. 🐾
Amazing communication, care, and trust.
About Nola L.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
**Client care** When in a client's home, I strive to make your pet's experience as seamless as possible. I aim to keep up their normal daily routine as much as possible based on the services booked, and I will love on your pet and give them all the attention, exercise and play time so they are happy and healthy for your return. Additionally, I like to keep things clean and orderly, so expect to come home to a peaceful space without anything out of place! __________________________
Information Nola L. would like to know about your pet
**Meet & Greets** These are required for new clients. I prefer to know as much as I can about a pet before any visits so I can be as knowledgeable and prepared as possible. Every detail is important to me - feeding schedule, potty schedule, play and exercise preferences, medication, and everything in between. That way I can make sure I'm tailoring the experience to each individual pet's needs and likes/dislikes so they have the best experience possible!
A typical day
Walks, dog parks, playing in the yard or inside the house, and snuggling - these are all fun things I love doing with my dogs, and will definitely love to do with yours as well! Please let me know your dog's specific favorite activities and toys - if your dog really likes to swim, let's discuss how we can make that a reality! And if your dog loves to play tug-o-war for hours, let me know and I'll make sure to get some tug-o-war time in with your pup!
Nola L.
Austin, TX