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Vanessa A.

Star Sitter

gainesville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 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

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
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 1 dog
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

Pets

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

Hi! My name is Vanessa. I’m a veterinarian who graduated in Venezuela and previously worked at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. I’m also a mom of two and a fitness instructor. As both a mom and a veterinarian, I understand that pets are cherished members of the family. I provide loving, personalized care in a safe home environment, treating every pet as if they were my own. Thanks to my veterinary background, I’m also experienced in administering medications and caring for pets with special medical needs. When the weather is nice, our guests enjoy multiple supervised play sessions in our fully fenced backyard. Many love running, playing with friends, and even cooling off in our dog friendly kiddie pool. My goal is to make every stay fun, safe, and stress free. I look forward to meeting your furry family members soon!

Reviews

Cel C.
Boarding • Aug 03, 2026
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Vanessa was amazing! She kept me updated throughout the puppy’s stay. I’ve been hesitant in the past to leave my pup with anyone, but would without a doubt rebook with Vanessa in the future.

Micki L.
Boarding • Jul 26, 2026
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Vanessa is WONDERFUL. She kept our dogs for the weekend at the last minute. She was accommodating and really listened to our instructions and adjusted to our dog’s needs while they were there. The dogs came back home tired and happy (thank you, Vanessa and family).

nicolas a.
Doggy Day Care • Jul 26, 2026
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Vanessa was amazing with our dog. She was very attentative, let him play outside, fed him well, and sent me updates and pictures. I reccomend her and will definitely request her services again.

Diego L.
Boarding • Jul 12, 2026
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Absolutely amazing! Took great care of my puppy on short notice and provided plenty of updates.

About Vanessa A.

Communication

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
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 1 dog
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
17 reviews