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Vanessa D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Vanessa D.

4.9 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Love them and they'll love you!

Hello, My name is Vanessa and I am a huge advocate for animal rights! I have grown up with animals and have volunteered at the local animal shelter, I have also worked as a kennel tech/ boarding animals and have worked in a clinic as a veterinary assistant. I also went to college and received my diploma of study as a veterinary assistant. I will provide lots of fun and love for your family! whether that means playing with toys or going for walks. Nobody likes being away from their pets/family, this is why I want to make this as easy as possible for you and your loved ones. I know how hard it is to trust a stranger with your pets, but please know that I will do everything I can to make sure they are safe and well taken care of! - Vanessa

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I provide care in your home (client) only, this is because I don’t have the space at my house for pets, I also have pets of my own and don’t want altercation between them.

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
42 ratings
Benjamin S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • mars 22, 2026

Vanessa has been great at communicating and providing updates while I’m away!

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Clint H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • juin 18, 2025

Thanks for watching Charlie while we were gone!!

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Clint H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • nov. 13, 2024

We appreciate Vanessa being at our house and taking such great care of our dog!! We will be using her again at our next opportunity!

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Clint H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • sept. 30, 2024

We appreciated the pictures Vanessa would send throughout the booking. We also appreciated her willingness to stay at our house so Charlie didn't have to leave his home.

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Amanda B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • sept. 22, 2024

Vanessa was good with our crew of 3 dogs. Sent photo updates everyday. Before we got back from her first overnight sitting with the pups, I booked another last minute sitting with her. I have a senior dog that needs medication and has trouble getting up, and she does well with him.

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Sharon P.
2.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • août 18, 2024

Unfortunately, this Rover relationship was not a good fit for our family. I will not be rebooking her services.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I’m able to provide care for pets before, midday, and after work, this includes “drop ins”, “house sitting” and “walks” weekends may differ, so please communicate with me!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Vanessa can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Let me know if your pets have any special needs that I need to account for, I don’t have breed preference, but I do like to know if medication is on board, if you’re pet has any conditions or diagnosis, I also like to know the “dos” and “don’ts” in your household.
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.