Nerissa S.
Gainesville, FL
Services
Nerissa can care for
Availability
I'm currently a full-time student who is studying graphic design, but luckily, my schedule is very open due to my work being on my laptop, so I'm very flexible when it comes to scheduling on a usual day. I also care for my fur babies at home. I usually go on walks with my Pomeranian, Lucky, on a regular day, and I make sure to brush his coat every other day. Pet care is deeply ingrained in my routine, and I'm always finding a way to make every furbaby comfortable and happy.
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About Nerissa S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I love walking my own pets on trails and at parks when needed. I am also very cautious and aware of my surrounding especially if a dog is anxious or not as socialized around other animals. I always make sure to listen and understand a furbaby's boundaries and their very own personality to ensure safety and comfortability is the number 1 priority. I will make sure to always reassure you that your furbaby is safe under my care, and to send updates and ask questions if something is not clarified.
Information Nerissa S. would like to know about your pet
I would appreciate being informed about your pet's needs ahead of time especially when it comes to their energy levels, personalities, if they have any special needs/or diets, or any triggers when it comes to reactivity such as animals, kids, etc.
A typical day
I love being able to play with each furbaby in their own ways and what their specific personality calls for. I will find out what type of play style is theirs and how they prefer to get their zoomies out. I strive to mentally stimulate dogs through play sessions, whether that be playing fetch or with squeaky toys. As for senior dogs, if they prefer to be more on the calmer side and want cuddle sessions instead, I will definitely accommodate that too. For cats, I absolutely love playing with them and seeing their hunting instincts come out with wand toys. When it comes to downtime, I look forward to curating a calming environment and making sure the pet has all their needs checked off.
Location
Gainesville, FL
Pets
Nerissa S. 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.
Reliable care for your furbabies!
Pet care experience
Hello! My name is Nerissa, but I'm also known by my nickname, Jay. I currently have three dogs, two cats, and a leopard gecko. I've also fostered semi-feral kittens in the past and socialized them to ensure their development in order to get them adopted out to loving homes.
Cat care experience
Nerissa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
In love with this sitter!! Always sends a detailed updates on our little kitty and goes above and beyond! From the pictures it looks like Suki is enjoying every second of play time.
Second time using Nerissa. She's fantastic, excellent communication and you can tell she genuinely loves animals. Our go to sitter since moving to GNV
Jay was so great with my pup and very in tune with his needs! Communication was excellent! ❤️
Jay did a wonderful job with Ella 🩵 I could tell they bonded right away and she took extra care of my senior baby.
About Nerissa S.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I love walking my own pets on trails and at parks when needed. I am also very cautious and aware of my surrounding especially if a dog is anxious or not as socialized around other animals. I always make sure to listen and understand a furbaby's boundaries and their very own personality to ensure safety and comfortability is the number 1 priority. I will make sure to always reassure you that your furbaby is safe under my care, and to send updates and ask questions if something is not clarified.
Information Nerissa S. would like to know about your pet
I would appreciate being informed about your pet's needs ahead of time especially when it comes to their energy levels, personalities, if they have any special needs/or diets, or any triggers when it comes to reactivity such as animals, kids, etc.
A typical day
I love being able to play with each furbaby in their own ways and what their specific personality calls for. I will find out what type of play style is theirs and how they prefer to get their zoomies out. I strive to mentally stimulate dogs through play sessions, whether that be playing fetch or with squeaky toys. As for senior dogs, if they prefer to be more on the calmer side and want cuddle sessions instead, I will definitely accommodate that too. For cats, I absolutely love playing with them and seeing their hunting instincts come out with wand toys. When it comes to downtime, I look forward to curating a calming environment and making sure the pet has all their needs checked off.
Nerissa S.
Gainesville, FL