Hello! I’m Nicola. I’m 36 years old, originally from Christchurch and have lived in Melbourne for the past 10 years. I am a trustworthy and experienced pet sitter and have used pet sitting services regularly myself. I am an animal lover through and through, especially dogs - all shapes and sizes and personalities! Pets are special members of our families, they bring so much fun, joy and love to our lives each day.
I had a 7 year old cheeky yet stubborn Beagle called Barkley but sadly he now lives with my ex-partner in Melbourne. I was very attached to Barkley and miss him terribly.
I hired a pet sitter for Barkely each time I went away as I preferred that he stay in his own surroundings where he is comfortable, so I completely understand why you are looking at the pet sitting option over a boarding kennel.
I have looked after many breeds of dogs in my own home in Melbourne and have experience petsitting dogs and cats in Christchurch.
House Sitting
I run a virtual assistant business so I can work from anywhere on my laptop which means I will be around most of the day during a house sit to keep your pets company and walk your dogs. I am experienced at administering medication to pets as Barkley had developed Cushings disease which meant that I had to syringe medicine into his mouth twice a day, morning and night. With his floppy ears he was suseptible to ear infections so I am used to wiping out ears daily too! I am more than happy to do any jobs you need around the house such as watering the lawn, plants and putting rubbish bins out. I can assure you I will leave your house in immaculate condition, and naturally I will clean up after your pet and brush them regularly.
I also offer dog walking and home visits as a service. Working for myself I am super felxible with my availibility so times (morning, afternooon or evening) can be negotiated on a case by case basis.
Walks
I will take them on an 1 hour walk or split up the time between a walk and then play time in your backyard if you prefer.
Home Visits
30 mins for play time, feeding (if required), toileting, replenishing water, bring in mail/courier parcels etc.
Photos
For every service I will send you photo updates so that you can be confident that your pet is being well looked after in your absence.
If you’re in need of a pet sitter and feel I would be a great fit, please reach out. I would love to come meet you and your pets!
Best wishes,
Nicola
Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.
No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.
Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone
Nicola and David were so wonderful. they are friendly and professional and we will definitely be booking with them again. Our dogs were absolutely spoilt rotten with love while we were away. we couldn't have asked for better sitters.
Nicola dog sat Ted for 4 nights in our home and was fantastic. Ted loved every minute of her looking after him and got some great walks in the hills. Highly recommended!
I completed a half day pet first aid course with a vet nurse in Melbourne.