Gabriella V.
Gabriella V.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $15 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Your Pet’s New Best Friend 🐾
Hi! I’m an animal lover who’s been around pets my entire life. I cared for my Labrador for 14 years, from the time I was 5 years old until he recently passed away. Through every stage of his life—from his energetic puppy years to caring for him as a senior—I learned how much patience, love, and trust mean when it comes to our pets. I’ve also pet sat for multiple neighbors with both dogs and cats, including large breeds, small breeds, puppies, senior pets, and shy or anxious animals. I’m comfortable with feeding, walks, playtime, brushing, cleaning litter boxes, cleaning up accidents, administering oral and ear medications, and following detailed care instructions. I also volunteered with WhiskerTown through PetSmart, where I helped care for adoptable cats and spent time socializing them while they waited to find their forever homes. One of my favorite parts of caring for animals is earning their trust. Every pet has their own personality, and I never want them to feel rushed or uncomfortable. I take my time, let them warm up at their own pace, and always want them to feel safe and loved. I truly believe animals are some of the purest companions we have, and it means so much to me when they begin to trust me. Whether your pet loves long walks, playing fetch, cuddles on the couch, or simply having someone nearby while you’re away, I’ll make sure they receive the same love and attention I’d want for my own pets. I know how hard it can be to leave your furry family member with someone else, so I’ll always keep you updated with lots of photos, videos, and messages throughout every visit. I want you to have complete peace of mind knowing your pet is happy, safe, and well cared for. I’m also happy to water plants, bring in mail or packages, and follow any special routines or instructions to help keep everything running smoothly while you’re away.
Cat care experience
Gabriella also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
Your pet’s safety, comfort, and happiness are always my top priorities. I understand that every pet has a different personality, so I never force interactions and always let them get comfortable with me at their own pace. I’m happy to follow any care instructions you provide, whether that’s medications, feeding schedules, walks, litter box cleaning, or other special routines. I also treat every home with the same respect I would my own and am happy to bring in mail, water plants, clean up accidents, and make sure everything is just as you left it. My goal is for both you and your pet to feel completely comfortable and cared for while you’re away.
Ratings and reviews
We had such a wonderful experience with Gabriella as our pet sitter! She kindly offered to do a meet and greet beforehand to help her get familiar with our rabbit, Fiona, but unfortunately, we weren’t able to take advantage of it because we had to leave unexpectedly for a family emergency. Despite not having the opportunity to meet Fiona ahead of time, Gabriella followed all of our instructions perfectly and took such great care of her. She was incredibly kind, communicative, and thoughtful throughout our time away. She even went above and beyond by taking care of a few extra things that she absolutely didn’t have to do, simply out of the kindness of her heart. One of the things I appreciated most was how frequently she sent photos and videos of Fiona. Being away during an already stressful time, it gave us so much peace of mind to see Fiona happy and well cared for. We are so grateful to Gabriella and would absolutely love to have her take care of Fiona again in the future. She is trustworthy, caring, attentive, and clearly loves the animals in her care. We highly recommend her!
Rescued me after an unexpected long shift. Gabriella came through on super short notice and fed my baby. Clear communication, super friendly and completed tasks as per instructions. Sent me pics and video as well! Will definitely re-book.
Gabriella was super great with communication! My dog seemed to love her! Sent videos to keep me updated and informed! Much appreciated
When I went to Italy for 2 weeks, Gabriella took care of my 11 year old beagle. She would send me daily photos and keep me updated constantly which made me feel so much better. She gave him all the medications he needed daily. She even celebrated his birthday with him with a birthday cookie, which I felt so appreciated. I knew he was in great hands!!
I highly recommend Gabriella. She is highly dependable and follows all the instructions provided. She is always my first choice and I my mind is at ease when she is caring for my pets!
I can't say enough good things about Gabby. My cat is extremely picky about people — she hides from almost everyone — but she genuinely loves Gabby. That alone tells me everything I need to know. Every time I'm away, Gabby spends real quality time with her, not just a quick in-and-out visit. She plays with her, gives her treats, and clearly takes the time to earn her trust. It's such a relief to know my cat is in caring, attentive hands. I recommend Gabby to anyone looking for a sitter who truly loves animals and treats them like their own. 🐈⬛❤️🐾
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Schedule
Pet care fits naturally into my weekly routine alongside my part-time job. My work schedule is flexible, allowing me to accommodate a variety of visits throughout the week. When I’m caring for your pet, they have my full attention, and I always make time for walks, playtime, cuddles, and whatever routine they’re used to. I’ll also keep you updated with plenty of photos, videos, and messages so you can have peace of mind while you’re away.