Basin Buddies Pet Care
Lake Tahoe & Carson Valley

Your pet isn’t just being watched. They’re on their own little vacation.

House sitting, boarding, doggy day care and walks from two fully remote sitters who are home all day. Real attention, daily photos, and a pet who’s tired and happy when you get back.

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★★★★★ 5.0 rated on Rover · 15+ years with pets
Alex and Nicole
Alex & Nicole · Tahoe
15+ years
caring for pets
Home all day
both fully remote
Insured
& background checked
Daily photos
updates every day
Alex walking Judd on a Tahoe boardwalk Nicole with a sheepdog
About us

Hi! We’re Nicole and Alex.

We both work fully remote! We spent the last few years traveling abroad throughout the America’s and a little bit of Europe. We’ve landed in Lake Tahoe for the foreseeable future! We provide a safe, active, and loving environment for your pets while you’re away.

Since we are both fully remote, your fur baby gets consistent attention, not just quick check-ins. Our days naturally include multiple walks (morning, mid-day, and evening), outdoor time, and plenty of downtime for cuddles and relaxation.

We live an active lifestyle and love having a furry friends alongside us and we’re just as intentional about creating a calm, secure space at home so your pet feels comfortable and settled.

We’ve cared for pets for over 15 years, including friends, family, Rover clients and other pet sitting platforms while abroad, in both our home and theirs. We’re very attentive and always know where your pet is, so you never have to worry about safety or supervision.

Our goal is simple: when you’re away, your pet isn’t just being watched, they’re having their own little vacation.

If you’re looking for reliable, communicative sitters who will treat your pet like their own, we’d love to help.

Dogs Cats Puppies Kittens Senior pets
Services & rates

Simple pricing, no platform fees.

House Sitting

We stay at your place. Your pet keeps their routine, their bed, and their yard.

$100 / night
+$30 for an additional dog
Boarding

Your pet stays with us — a calm home with someone always there.

$100 / night
+$30 for an additional dog
Doggy Day Care

Drop off for the day. Walks, outdoor time and company while you work.

$65 / day
+$15 for additional dog
Dog Walking

Trails, the lake path, or the neighborhood loop — whatever your dog likes best.

$20 / walk
+$10 for additional dog
Serving South Lake Tahoe, Glenbrook, Gardnerville and Carson City. Free meet & greet before every first booking.
Alex with a golden retriever Puppy kisses Nicole holding a corgi puppy
Reviews

What our clients say.

★★★★★

Nicole and Alex were absolutely amazing! They stayed at our home for 3 nights and took such great care of our dog, Whiskey. They made sure he got plenty of playtime, took him on walks, and kept us updated with photos, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We came home to a happy, well-cared-for pup and a clean house—which was such a bonus. They even went above and beyond and did laundry, which we truly appreciated! We would 100% trust Nicole and Alex again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable, thoughtful, and caring sitters. Thank you guys!

Kylie C. · House Sitting · Apr 2026
★★★★★

Alex is the best dog sitter I’ve ever had. He genuinely loves and cares about every animal he looks after. I can tell the days my dog, Brody, is with Alex he’s so much happier. He’s tired from being walked, happy from being cared for so well, and full from all the treats Alex feeds him (with permission). I’ve never questioned Alex’s ability to care for Brody- whether for a walk, a full day, or overnight. He’s even made my dog more obedient! It’s an amazing feeling leaving your pup with someone you can trust so much!

Nikki C. · Oct 2023
★★★★★

Nicole was incredible. We don’t think we can accurately convey how happy we were with her. She selflessly accommodated our volatile schedule, coming a little early and staying a little longer than originally planned. Our pup was also really happy with her. Our pup has destroyed toys when other less-than-attentive sitters have watched her. With Nicole, there was no toy-killing to speak of and our pup spent most of the time napping next to her. We can’t speak highly enough of Nicole and are already requesting to schedule our next bookings.

Cheryl L. · House Sitting · Jan 2019
★★★★★

Nicole was excellent! She thought of everything, arranging the meet and greet and then ensuring that our dog did not have any special arrangements that had to be accounted for. We left our dog with her for a day and she communicated with us throughout that day with pics and updates. Truly set our mind at ease from being away from our bundle of joy. She’s a truly warm and caring person, who ensures your dog is well taken care of. Her conduct and ability really deserve the highest marks. You can leave your dog with her without a care in the world.

Patricia V. · Boarding · Jul 2019
★★★★★

Nicole was amazing! She was able to take my puppy in last minute and I was very grateful for that. She made my puppy feel so loved! She was taking such good care of him and sent me pictures and updates about how their day was going. I definitely felt a sigh of relief knowing my puppy was happy and safe with her!

Joy G. · Boarding · Mar 2021
★★★★★

Nicole was amazing! Great communication, warm, friendly, professional, and so clearly a dog lover. She took amazing loving care of our senior dog and sent photos and updates to give us peace of mind. Nicole rocks!

Rachel W. · House Sitting · Aug 2026
★★★★★

Nicole was amazing! She was super responsive and booked me kind of last minute. She sent lots of pictures and I know my pup had a great time! I would definitely recommend her and I will reach out to her in the future :)!

Ryan M. · Doggy Day Care · Jun 2019
★★★★★

My puppy can be very demanding and Nicole handled him with no problems

Bruce M. · Boarding · Jun 2026

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Tell us your dates and we’ll get right back to you. Every first booking starts with a free meet & greet, at your place or ours.

Call or text 925-858-6165
South Lake Tahoe · Glenbrook
Gardnerville · Carson City
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