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Stephanie V.

Ames, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews
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Services

Stephanie can care for

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

Availability

I currently work full-time, so a normal weekday schedule around 8-5 or anytime on weekends. Also very reliable for holidays as I tend to stay in town!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Stephanie V.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Since I come into your home, i make sure I either verbally confirm expectations or have you write them down. Or both! Following your home rules :)

Information Stephanie V. would like to know about your pet

I like to know their interests, routines, things I need to avoid, and anything you believe is pertinent! Every dog/cat is different and having a new person with them can sometimes be stressful. So i appreciate all the information!

A typical day

I try to keep them on their familiar routes and types of activities, be it low level or high level, so as to not make them stressed or nervous.

Location

Ames, IA

Stephanie V.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Great availability for cats & dogs!

Pet care experience

Please also be aware of the fact that for house sitting requests, I generally will not be “full time” in the sense that I will need to go home to feed my cats 2x a day, go to gym, grocery shop, social plans, etc. When requesting, if I have longer social plans, I will make you aware. Normal day to day of feeding my cats, gym, groceries are to be expected for any sitting request. Hey there! I'm Stephanie :) I would love to love on your fur babies while you are away for short or longer periods of time. Pictures, daily updates, medications, specific schedules, you got it! I grew up with German Shepards and small dogs alike (in addition to many caged critters) - Currently, I own two 10 year old cats! I love animals and would love to help you and make sure you are comfortable - I enjoy conversing and figuring out details to help calm you down and to make sure I’m confident in all expectations. If you're that helicopter dog or cat parent (I am, so it's okay), I'll be happy to send you updates and pictures throughout their stay :) I can follow a particular diet and walk schedule (around a normal work schedule of 8-5). Weekends there will be more walks and potty breaks!

Cat care experience

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Cat mom available to love on yours!

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

Reviews

Kylie H.
Drop-In Visits • May 28, 2025
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I’ve used Stephanie a few times now for drop in visits for my cat and she does an awesome job! Very reliable and trustworthy. Always on time and follows instructions

House Sitting • May 20, 2025

Stephanie V. cancelled a booking 3 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Coleman R.
Drop-In Visits • Jan 21, 2025
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Stephanie was great. Provided lots of updates and left my apartment in great condition.

Sammie L.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 31, 2024
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Great to work with!

About Stephanie V.

Communication

16 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Since I come into your home, i make sure I either verbally confirm expectations or have you write them down. Or both! Following your home rules :)

Information Stephanie V. would like to know about your pet

I like to know their interests, routines, things I need to avoid, and anything you believe is pertinent! Every dog/cat is different and having a new person with them can sometimes be stressful. So i appreciate all the information!

A typical day

I try to keep them on their familiar routes and types of activities, be it low level or high level, so as to not make them stressed or nervous.

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Stephanie V.

Ames, IA

5.0 out of 5 stars
41 reviews