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Vanessa A.

Star Sitter

Glenwood, Raleigh, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Vanessa can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I’m a stay at home mom with a pretty flexible schedule, I’m only briefly gone to drop off and pick up kids, so not available 7:30-8:30am and 2:30-3:30 pm

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Not available
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About Vanessa A.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a crate if needed. We also have a doggie door for quick access to our fenced-in backyard but I’m always game for a good dog walking

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Vanessa A. would like to know about your pet

We have 2 friendly dogs. It’s important for boarding to have them meet and make sure they all get along. We have doggie gates and plenty of separate spaces when it’s feeding time

A typical day

We love to take active doggies on the greenway if they are young and willing. We also love to teach tricks. Our own dogs know plenty of commands.

Location

Raleigh, NC

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.

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Pet care experience

Hi! My name is Vanessa. I have been around dogs my whole life. I have cared for many pets of family and friends. My husband and I have 2 sweet senior rescue dogs. Gizmo and Alia, who we spoil with lots of love and belly rubs. I can only take 1-2 dogs at a time because I focus my full attention on my furry companions. We enjoy walks around the neighborhood or on the greenway near my house, playing fetch, training and romping around inside and outside in the yard. I would love to have a meet and greet so our pups can meet yours. I will cater to your dogs individual needs. I am available weekdays and weekends for boarding, day care and dog walking. My home is a large ranch with a pet friendly layout and minimal steps. We are able to section off multiple areas of the house to separate dogs if necessary. We have multiple clean beds, large and small kennels and supply of doggie toys and bones. We do not take in dogs that have not been Spayed or neutered SE HABLA ESPAÑOL

Reviews

Boarding • mei 10, 2026

Vanessa A. cancelled a booking within a day of the start date.

Joe S.
Boarding • apr. 26, 2026
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Vanessa was so easy to work with! She was a great communicator and took the time to ask all of the right questions during our meet and greet in order to learn all about our dog’s habits and needs. She took great care of our pup, and gave us an update and photos each evening of our dog’s adventures that day. Our dog seemed happy and well cared for! We will definitely be requesting to use Vanessa again soon!

Anna B.
Boarding • apr. 08, 2026
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Vanessa has cared for our dog, Amos multiple times. She is thoughtful and dedicated to making sure he gets the care he needs. She keeps us updated on the day's activities and is diligent with any instructions we leave. We trust her explicitly.

Frankie V.
Boarding • feb. 24, 2026
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Vanessa took such great care of our pup and always sent us the most thorough updates daily I’ve ever received! Grateful our pup was in such good hands :)

About Vanessa A.

Communication

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

Dog skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

We have a crate if needed. We also have a doggie door for quick access to our fenced-in backyard but I’m always game for a good dog walking

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 2 dogs
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Vanessa A. would like to know about your pet

We have 2 friendly dogs. It’s important for boarding to have them meet and make sure they all get along. We have doggie gates and plenty of separate spaces when it’s feeding time

A typical day

We love to take active doggies on the greenway if they are young and willing. We also love to teach tricks. Our own dogs know plenty of commands.

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Vanessa A.

Star Sitter

Glenwood, Raleigh, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
48 reviews