About High Five Paws
With over 20 years of experience working with pets, I understand the importance of one-on-one undivided attention that your pet deserves while you're away from home. It's time to enjoy real peace of mind knowing that your pet care provider will do whatever is needed to keep you happy, healthy, and safe. The focus at High Five Paws is ensuring a stress-free and communicative relationship with you and your pet family!
Proudly serving Oak Island, St. James, and near by neighborhoods around St. James in Southport!
Pets can become stressed when in an unfamiliar environment like a kennel, which is why High Five Paws' services allow your pet to stay home surrounded by familiar sights, smells, sounds, and routine.
High Five Paws Values
Communication - From the Meet & Greet to visit report cards and photos, you'll be in the loop throughout the entire process.
Reliability - Without a doubt, High Five Paws will be there rain, snow or shine, so you never have to worry.
Personal Service: I won't bring children, other pets, or anyone else into your home. It's just ME and YOUR pets. We're talkin' 1:1, undivided attention, only.
Professionalism - I don't just 'love pets.' This isn't just a hobby. It's a business built on experience, education, and reputation.
Individualization - Every pet is different. Some like belly rubs. Others like fast-paced walks. Others just like to snuggle. Adapting to your pet's specific needs & offering a helping hand... It's what it's all about.
Meet Nicole
After years of experience in both pet care and veterinary capacities coupled with an obsession for animals since as long as I can remember, my pet sitting career evolved from sitting for a vet tech colleague to a full-time career.
In 2019, after the understanding of knowing how difficult it could be to find a trusted, reliable and caring pet care professional, I started my own pet sitting business. The goal from the beginning that still reigns true today is to provide the highest quality of pet care possible. I enjoy caring for so many different pets and their needs. Customizing to their needs is one of my greatest joys... From geriatric pets to shy pets to pets who have severe food allergies to the puppy that can run laps around the block, I've got them. With years of experience, education, and a heart full of passion for each one of them, I'm here as YOUR PET'S HELPING HAND.
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The High Five Paws Pet Care name grew out of inspiration from my Plott Hound Mix, Leona, who quickly learned every command we threw at her... ending with a high five to seal the deal for a treat! My husband and I have four black cats and Leona, all whom means everything to me. There's nothing better than the love from your pets. Your pet care providers should feel the same way. And that's why I'm here.
'Hear it' First-Hand
"Nicole takes excellent care of our five cats when we travel. She is on top of all the details especially the medications our one cat takes. We appreciate the communication and photos."
- C. S. “Mama, Sylvia, Sonia, and Shy”
Memberships & Certifications
Pro Pet Hero: First Aid & CPR Certified
Pet Sitter Associates Insurance Certificate
Best Pet Sitting in Wake Forest
Background Verified by Acutraq
Pet-Care Basics for Professional Pet Sitters​
Professional Pet Sitters & Dog Walkers​ COVID-19 Certificate
​Humane Hero - A Portion of HFP Proceeds go to The Humane Society.
