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Donna V.

Star Sitter

Hyde Park, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
197 reviews
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Services

Donna can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

Sitting for Rover is my only job. Your pet will be supervised 24/7. I am very attentive to the dogs I have in my care

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Donna V.

Communication

55 repeat pet owners
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have free reign of the house. I can crate if you desire. Your pet will be walked on leash in my medium sized backyard.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Donna V. would like to know about your pet

I will ask for a copy of your most recent rabies certificate. Also a copy of his innoculations. I prefer dogs I watch to have the bordatella shot. It prevents the spread of kennel cough.

A typical day

With owners permission, I take dogs to dog parks. In the summer, we go swimming. Walks through the village of hyde park, Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR site and other parks and trails.

Location

Hyde Park, NY

Donna V.'s Local Area

Pets

Donna V. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter programme highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet owners to find the best care for their pets.

Pet sitting in a loving environment

Pet care experience

I will take care of your dog like I do my own. I have a 5 year old lab/hound mix. He just loves other dogs and people. He has been socialized at a very young age so he is comfortable with all dogs and people. I have experience with blind and deaf dogs. Have also mastered giving oral medications. dogs activities and restrictions are up to you. We can go for walks, the doggy park, or just be a couch potato. I can do crating if you want, otherwise your dog can have the reign of the home. Your dog can even sleep with us. Your dog will be treated as family. I am home when I sit for your dogs. I have been pet sitting for six years and feel blessed to do something I love. Your dogs safety and happiness are my priority. due to park restrictions, I cannot take dogs over 70lbs. I also cannot take rottweilers, german shepards, pitbulls, and doberman pinschers.

Reviews

Suneetha K.
Boarding • Apr 19, 2026
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Donna (and her husband) went above and beyond taking care of our dog even after Donna had fallen and was in a lot of pain. I was out of town taking care of a parent who was hospitalized and couldn't find anyone to go get my dog immediately. She took care of my dog for an extra couple of days until my husband could go pick up our dog.

Boarding • Apr 15, 2026

Donna V. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Doggy Day Care • Apr 07, 2026

Donna V. cancelled a booking after the stay began.

Suneetha K.
Boarding • Feb 22, 2026
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Thanks for accommodating my last minute request!

About Donna V.

Communication

55 repeat pet owners
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will have free reign of the house. I can crate if you desire. Your pet will be walked on leash in my medium sized backyard.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Donna V. would like to know about your pet

I will ask for a copy of your most recent rabies certificate. Also a copy of his innoculations. I prefer dogs I watch to have the bordatella shot. It prevents the spread of kennel cough.

A typical day

With owners permission, I take dogs to dog parks. In the summer, we go swimming. Walks through the village of hyde park, Vanderbilt Mansion, FDR site and other parks and trails.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Donna V.

Star Sitter

Hyde Park, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
197 reviews