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Vanessa G.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Vanessa G.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $20 per visit

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Cat mom helping other pet parents

Hi there! I have been taking care of dogs, big and small, my whole life. Growing up, I was the one entrusted with feeding, bathing, and walking the household dogs. Once I was able to, I began to house sit for neighbors and take care of their furry friends. I became a regular caretaker of a disabled dog, so I am well versed in the care require for special needs pups.

Qualifications

77% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I can do video call or meet and greets prior to caring for your pet, just to make sure everyone is feeling comfortable! I love going for walks, playing fetch, or playing with a string toy; whatever your furry friend prefers! Since it can get pretty hot here, I always make sure that it is safe to walk your pets outside and that they don't overheat.

Ratings and reviews

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Natalie Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 21, 2026

Amazing service! She sent multiple pics and videos daily to keep me updated with my pup. I felt like she really cared about my dog as if it was her own. I would definitely rebook with her again!

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Jason S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Sep 05, 2022

Vanessa was very attentive and my dog just loved her! We will be requesting her again!

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Steve K.
Jul 19, 2022

I love how gentle Vanessa is with our dog and cats. All of our pets were rescues from the Humane Society and had pretty rough lives before they came to us. Our pup is afraid of her own shadow. When Vanessa met our dog (and cats) for the first time, she sat on the floor and let them come to her. Vanessa was so sweet that our frightened dog felt very comfortable with her and actually laid next to her. Vanessa is amazing.

Mary S.
Jul 19, 2022

Vanessa is amazing with my dogs and cat. She sent us pictures of our pets while we were gone and it was so much fun to see them looking so cute. Vanessa is super friendly and kind and so easy to work with.

Diana G.
Jul 18, 2022

We have 2 small dogs which Vanessa dog sat for a week. She visited us before our trip to meet the dogs and us, and to make sure she was very well prepared for the week. She stayed in our home for the week, and it was a real comfort to meet her early. She made us feel extremely safe and comfotable having her in our home. Our 2 babies (dogs) loved her. I was a little nervous the first time she dog sat for us, but she was so kind and trustworthy that we have asked her to dog sit for us many times since.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm currently an online student, so I spend lots of time at home with my own pets. I’m able to provide lots of attention and care to your fur babies because of this!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Vanessa can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Let me know if your dog has any special needs I should be aware of. Anything from medication to disabilities so that I am fully prepared and can give your pup the best care possible.
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.