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Nikki S.

North Dallas, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•36 reviews
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Experienced Vet Tech Available

Pet care experience

Hi there everyone! My name is Nikki, and would love to watch over your precious pets. I only have a cat, so watching dogs let's me have my 'puppy fix'. I've been a Veterinary Technician for almost a decade, working mainly in Emergency and Critical Care. While also getting my bachelor's of science in Biology I worked at the University of Missouri's College of Veterinary Medicine Small Animal ICU . After that I worked at an Emergency and Specialty ICU in Chicago, and now I do relief work for surrounding emergency Veterinarians. There are not many conditions or medications I don't have experience with, even the advanced ones, you might have even run into me while at a emergency VCA hospital or Medvet working to save lives during late nights! My experience gives me a lot of insight on what is normal or abnormal for dogs when they're staying with me, and even more awareness of different dog's temperaments and warning signs. Giving any type of oral, ear or injectable medication is second nature to me, and I'm a great alternative to hospitals especially if your pet needs a little more attention, but you don't want to stress them out by staying at the vet. I have a cat (who pokes his head out to be curious, but mostly stays in my room), and just added a new puppy to my pack! When I'm away he (Chaucer) will be in his cage so your dogs will never be alone unsupervised. My apartment boasts lake style living, completely fenced, with a mile sidewalk track around a lake with fountains, gazebos, and plenty of ducks to watch. *** Please note that I live on a 3rd floor apartment with stair only access. Any dog(s) over 35lbs with have to be able to walk by themselves comfortably up and down. My work schedule makes it so I can always come home mid day for work. I'd love to have a reason to go to the dog park, and love being outside. Living in Preston Hollow allows for plenty of tracks outside, and a super dog friendly environment. Veterinary friends are always a phone call away so rest at ease and let me make your vacations or last minute plans a little easier!

Reviews

Amy S.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 12, 2017
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Nikki stepped in when my regular pet sitter came down with an appendicitis, and was able to give my Cat insulin shots having never met him! I was sobbing when I found out and seriously trying to come back from my trip and Nikki stepped in and saved the day!

Drew J.
House Sitting • Dec 29, 2016
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Nikki was fantastic! She took great care of our boys and sent lots of pictures. We will definitely be using her again!

Sandi L.
House Sitting • Aug 31, 2016
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What can I say? Nikki is awesome. I was able to go on vacation and know my dogs were in good hands. They were able to stay in their own home and avoid the stress of being boarded. Nikki stayed in contact with me and sent me pics! My dogs were happy to see me when I got home but I could tell they had been happy and content when I was away. Nikki is a pro. I wholeheartedly recommend her but if you book her make sure she still has time to take care of my babies too! ?

Sarah W.
House Sitting • Jul 05, 2016
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Nikki did such a wonderful job! She dog sat for us during a hectic wedding weekend, and she worked through it with us and made sure the pups were taken care of.

About Nikki S.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

A typical day

I really like to keep dogs mentally active during their stay. It keeps them happy and makes it less likely to have separation anxiety. I'm all about cuddling, so if you have a lap dog I'm all for it. But, I also know when dogs want to be left alone, so even middle grounds are good.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
House Sitting
in your home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY

Nikki can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time

Nikki can watch in your home

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

About Nikki S.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
50% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

A typical day

I really like to keep dogs mentally active during their stay. It keeps them happy and makes it less likely to have separation anxiety. I'm all about cuddling, so if you have a lap dog I'm all for it. But, I also know when dogs want to be left alone, so even middle grounds are good.

Location

Dallas, TX

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Nikki S.

North Dallas, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
•36 reviews