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Kimberly V.

Star Sitter

Valparaiso, IN

4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews
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Services

Kimberly can care for

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

Availability

I am retired from my engineering career, and I have plenty of extra time for dog care. I live in Valparaiso, and have 24 hour availability.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Kimberly V.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My yellow lab Honey has been so helpful with acclimating any shy dog. She goes into her puppy mode, and makes friends eagerly. Honey is essentially a therapy dog for other canines. I can feed your pet as instructed. I am experienced with bathing dogs and brushing all types of coats.

Information Kimberly V. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has aggressive behavior towards other animals, as I will take extra precautions. Please notify me if your dog has any specific routines.

A typical day

We can enjoy playtime at a dog park, with a tennis ball. We can easily accomplish a 1-mile walk, and I always have fresh water available during our walks.

Location

Valparaiso, IN

Kimberly V.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Kimberly V. has Star Sitter status

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

Give your fur baby a puppy vacation

Pet care experience

Your dog deserves a puppy vacation where they are pampered and loved 24/7. When I am house-sitting for you while you are on vacation, your pets will be loved and pampered in the comfort of their home, and we can keep the same schedule and daily routine while you are away. I always stay overnight with your dog and I am overjoyed when you allow your dog to sleep on the bed with me, in your guest bedroom or sofa. When your dog is outside, I stay outside with them the entire time. I can assure you that your dog will be entertained and loved all day, every day. We can discuss about your dog enjoying car rides or a play date at the dog park. My standard house-sitting includes the following complementary cleaning services: detail kitchen sink, vacuum all rooms we use, cleaning toilet in guest bathroom, and if time allows,... wash & dry the sheets in guest bedroom and remake guest bed. While house-sitting, I can bring in your mail and any packages delivered, and I always water your outdoor flowers, especially flowers in hanging baskets or pots. If the house-sitting is several days or a week, the indoor plants will also require watering, and you can provide written detailed instructions if necessary. And I actually enjoy doing windows too... Just ask 😎 I can effectively manage walking dogs of any breed or size. We can walk for a mile, or more, if you like to. I have the strength and skills to effectively control any large breed dog on a leash. My dog training skills are endorsed by my personal dog trainer, and we successfully accomplish behavioral modifications during daily walks, with my go to trainer, available anytime.

Cat care experience

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Your cat will love me very soon 😻

Kimberly also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Pamela C.
Drop-In Visits • giu 22, 2026
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Again, Kim, thank you so much!!!! I had issues with renters today and had to call Kim last minute. I so appreciate that she came by and took care of my dog otherwise he would have been inside for over 9 hours. I trust Kim to let herself in my house and she knows where all Leo's stuff is... And he loves seeing her 🥰 Thank you so much!!

Pamela C.
Drop-In Visits • giu 17, 2026
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I had to go to the emergency room. And I reached out to Kim to take my dog out while I was gone. She responded immediately and dropped everything and came over in the next hour or two. Not really sure exactly when because I was in the ER 🙂 My dog loves her.... And she did exactly what I asked her to do for his habits. After personally talking to her on the phone, I felt comfortable to leave my front door open to let her in my house . And I will not hesitate to use her again!!

Colleen Q.
House Sitting • giu 16, 2026
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Kimberly is such a great pet sitter! We did a meet and greet before hand and she handled my nervous dog perfectly. She communicated during the sit, sent pictures and videos and left my house spotless! Most importantly, my dog was happy and well taken care when I got home. I will definitely be using her in the future and recommending her to friends!

Heather L.
Drop-In Visits • mag 18, 2026
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Our elderly pups, our kitty and birds were well loved and taken great care of. We appreciate all you do Kim! It made getting away much easier for us in so many ways. THANK YOU!!!!!!

About Kimberly V.

Communication

12 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

My yellow lab Honey has been so helpful with acclimating any shy dog. She goes into her puppy mode, and makes friends eagerly. Honey is essentially a therapy dog for other canines. I can feed your pet as instructed. I am experienced with bathing dogs and brushing all types of coats.

Information Kimberly V. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your dog has aggressive behavior towards other animals, as I will take extra precautions. Please notify me if your dog has any specific routines.

A typical day

We can enjoy playtime at a dog park, with a tennis ball. We can easily accomplish a 1-mile walk, and I always have fresh water available during our walks.

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Kimberly V.

Star Sitter

Valparaiso, IN

4.9 out of 5 stars
60 reviews