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Vanessa A.

Star Sitter

gainesville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

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

Vanessa can care for

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

Availability

I’m a mother of two so we like kid friendly Dogs. And we always have a good time there is enough love for them in our house. I am not home full-time, but I do have a flexible schedule and plenty of time to properly care for any pet staying in my home. Pets receive lots of attention, potty breaks, walks, playtime, and a loving family environment.

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About Vanessa A.

Communication

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

Dog skills

20 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

Our House has a nice front and back yard the back yard is fenced and they can play a lot there. When weather and my schedule it’s clear like to take play in backyard with them and do long walks around my neighborhood as a fitness instructor that would be a great motivation to complete my daily steps 😅 also kids love to be outdoors.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Vanessa A. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences actually I haven't bought a dog in my life ! I adopted them or rescued all of them. All puppies are welcome if they are kid friendly :)

A typical day

Since I spend a lot of time at home, I’m usually with them throughout the day and rarely leave for more than 2–3 hours. When I’m home, dogs have frequent access to my fully fenced backyard, often every hour, for potty breaks, playtime, and enrichment. Most of the time I host other friendly dogs as well, so they enjoy supervised socialization, indoor play, outdoor activities, and lots of family interaction. We treat every dog like part of our family.

Location

gainesville, FL

Vanessa A.'s Neighborhood

Vanessa A. 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.

Graduated Vet from Venezuela

Pet care experience

Hello my Name is Vanessa I’m a vet graduated in Venezuela, I worked at vet school ( UF ) too but now I’m dedicating my time to my family ( two kids) and I’m also fitness instructor… As mom and veterinarian l understand that pets are not just animals; they are cherished members of your family. - Expert Care: With two decades of veterinary experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge about pet health, behavior, and safety to every pet sitting appointment. - Personalized Attention: I provide individualized care tailored to your pet's unique needs, routines, and preferences. Whether it's a daily walk, playtime, or administering medications, I treat your pets as if they were my own. I hope to meet your little ones soon!

Reviews

Gea D.
Boarding • Jun 18, 2026
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Vanessa is thoughtful, super sweet and knowledgeable with dogs. He takes care of Bobby like he was her own. I trust her every time we travel to care for him, without worrying about if he’s going to get taken care of correctly. Highly recommend 10/10

Brayden F.
Boarding • Jun 16, 2026
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I’m so thankful for Vanessa! She was able to take in Marshall very last minute and watch him for the whole weekend. She was great at sending pictures and updates of him throughout the weekend too. He loved it and came home a happy dog!

Jon I.
Boarding • Jun 13, 2026
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Great stay for my pup! Wonderful service

Bianca B.
Boarding • Jun 08, 2026
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Vanessa accepted my last minute request and was very responsive. I was unsure if my dog would get along with other dogs, but she made me feel at ease and reassured me that it would be fine. She sent me a couple of pics and a video of him playing. I would definitely bring my dog back again.

About Vanessa A.

Communication

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

Dog skills

20 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

Our House has a nice front and back yard the back yard is fenced and they can play a lot there. When weather and my schedule it’s clear like to take play in backyard with them and do long walks around my neighborhood as a fitness instructor that would be a great motivation to complete my daily steps 😅 also kids love to be outdoors.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Vanessa A. would like to know about your pet

I don't have any breed preferences actually I haven't bought a dog in my life ! I adopted them or rescued all of them. All puppies are welcome if they are kid friendly :)

A typical day

Since I spend a lot of time at home, I’m usually with them throughout the day and rarely leave for more than 2–3 hours. When I’m home, dogs have frequent access to my fully fenced backyard, often every hour, for potty breaks, playtime, and enrichment. Most of the time I host other friendly dogs as well, so they enjoy supervised socialization, indoor play, outdoor activities, and lots of family interaction. We treat every dog like part of our family.

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Vanessa A.

Star Sitter

gainesville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews