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Vanessa B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Vanessa B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Have never met a dog I didn't like.

I have taken care of dogs (and cats) since I was a teenager. I am thinking about moving my life again so am waiting for my next pet. I have had pets all my life. In the mean time I would love to make yours my own when they need a part time friend.

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I try to spend as much time with the pets as possible. I constantly check food and water. Worst thing ever to run out or not get feed at the right time. I also ask lots of questions so that I am prepared for anything that might arise.

Ratings and reviews

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Heath G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Mai 06, 2024

Vanessa was great! Daily updates and had no issues taking care of my 2 Great Danes! House was left cleaner than I left it!

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Katja R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Okt. 19, 2023

A big thank you to Vanessa for staying with my sweet, but in a way special needs pup. Vanessa gave her lots of love and attention and was willing to work with her, so I could feel comfortable traveling all the way to Europe. I am sad to see Vanessa is going back to Florida. I would definitely hired her again, but wishing Vanessa all the best in Florida. 🙏🐾 Katja&Tullia

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Carmen V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep. 26, 2023

Vanessa was amazing with our dog and cat! We felt so comfortable with her and knew that we could trust her with our girls for a long weekend trip. The girls trusted her too: my dog snuggled with Vanessa and my cat wasn't as anti-social as she often is with new people in our house. Vanessa was very attentive and sent pictures through the day. This was our first Rover experience and we're just thrilled that Vanessa was our first sitter.

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Aaran S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Sep. 10, 2023

Dogs did great! Vanessa was helpful keeping these girls schedules when we had a new rescue in the home. As well, Vanessa managed meds & meals well. So easy to work with thanks for all your care!

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Sarah C.
Sep. 01, 2023

Vanessa has owned a number of pets herself and has always been a loving and caring pet-mom. My two dogs treat her like one of the family, and always greet her with great enthusiasm.

Friend of Vanessa S.
Aug. 18, 2023

I have known Vanessa a long time and she has watched my pets. She is caring and conscientious. I have always had confidence in here ability and character

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I have recently moved back to Jacksonville and am not working at the moment. I am available when you and yours need me. I miss having a pet and really enjoy taking care of others. Recently I was living with my son and his family. I was in charge of their dog as well as meals. I am a retired chef and willing to cook for your family also.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Vanessa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
I like to know about personalities and favorite toys and places and activities. I also like to know what the neighbors think about the pet so that I know who to avoid or hang out with when out of the home.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.