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Vanessa B.

Portage, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can care for

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

Availability

I currently groom dogs out of my home as well as do DoorDash, so my schedule is very flexible to be able to help with any of your petcare needs!

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Vanessa B.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 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

My perspective on dogs and cats is that they have a unique personality that is not the same as humans. They have different needs than we do and I honor and respect this difference. For example, you won’t see me coddling someone’s dog during a thunderstorm because I know that’s not what’s best for them… but you will see me having a presence and feeding them treats while I’m there if that’s what I think will help them in that moment. I want them to gain confidence and be more comfortable in what can be an uncomfortable situation for them. Not projecting feelings onto (our) pets is something that is important to me! I can come for daily visits if needed for walking or playing fetch in your back yard, as examples, and care for them in any way needed. Or if you need dog grooming care you can bring them to my house or I can give baths and do their nails at your house!

Information Vanessa B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know all of the details regarding your pet as far as their care goes… I want to make sure they are cared for just as well as you care for them while you are gone. Looking forward to meeting you and your furbaby. :)

A typical day

We can play fetch, go for a walk, or just hang out to make sure your dog and/or cat don’t get too bored and are feeling loved while you’re gone.

Location

Portage, MI

Vanessa B.'s Neighborhood

Pets

A happy, healthy pet is my priority

Pet care experience

I owned my first dog at age 17, and after that I branched out into other areas like vet clinics and then as a Dog Groomer… and found my niche with caring for pets and as well as grooming them. I love all of it so much!

Cat care experience

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Cats are so fun and silly!

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

Reviews

Trav G.
Drop-In Visits • Aug 09, 2026
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Thank you!

Alexandria S.
Dog Walking • Jun 22, 2026
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Another great walk😊

Alexandria S.
Dog Walking • Jun 03, 2026
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So wonderful. Autumn is always so excited to see Vanessa 😊

Drop-In Visits • Sep 04, 2025

Vanessa B. cancelled a booking 2 days before it was scheduled to begin.

About Vanessa B.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 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

My perspective on dogs and cats is that they have a unique personality that is not the same as humans. They have different needs than we do and I honor and respect this difference. For example, you won’t see me coddling someone’s dog during a thunderstorm because I know that’s not what’s best for them… but you will see me having a presence and feeding them treats while I’m there if that’s what I think will help them in that moment. I want them to gain confidence and be more comfortable in what can be an uncomfortable situation for them. Not projecting feelings onto (our) pets is something that is important to me! I can come for daily visits if needed for walking or playing fetch in your back yard, as examples, and care for them in any way needed. Or if you need dog grooming care you can bring them to my house or I can give baths and do their nails at your house!

Information Vanessa B. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know all of the details regarding your pet as far as their care goes… I want to make sure they are cared for just as well as you care for them while you are gone. Looking forward to meeting you and your furbaby. :)

A typical day

We can play fetch, go for a walk, or just hang out to make sure your dog and/or cat don’t get too bored and are feeling loved while you’re gone.

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Vanessa B.

Portage, MI

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews