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Vanessa J.

Star Sitter

Chapel Hill, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
171 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

I work remotely and can easily take multiple walks a day with your dog! I also have a fenced yard and a house with plenty of room to roam around. My goal as a sitter is to take care of your pet the way you do at home and will follow your pet's normal schedule (or whatever you ask!). We promise to give your sweet fur baby lots of love :) All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations and get along with other dogs. Pick ups before 9:00 pm.

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About Vanessa J.

Communication

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

Skills

40 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

I have a house with a fenced yard for your fur baby to roam around. I do take a few dogs at a time, so it’s important they get along well with other dogs. They will gets playtime and lots of love!! I can also provide daily walks in my very pet-friendly neighborhood. My children are extremely accustomed to pets and will love them as well! **Pets must be up to date on vaccinations ** Your dog must be up to date on Rabies, Distemper-Parvo, Bordetella, and have a current negative fecal exam. While we do not require the Canine Influenza vaccine, we do recommend it.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Vanessa J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs that I can accommodate. I have three children at home who are very used to pets and absolutely love dogs and cats. My children are all school age, know how to interact appropriately with animals, and responsible.

A typical day

I live in a very pet-friendly neighborhood. I love to take multiple daily walks, as I work remotely. I also have a fenced yard for your fur baby to roam and enjoy outdoors! Let me know if there are any special needs or requests. Dogs are always fed separately for safety ?

Location

Chapel Hill, NC

Vanessa J.'s Neighborhood

Vanessa J. 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.

Pet loving family with fenced yard

Pet care experience

I’ve had pets since I was a young child, for close to 40 years! My two labs were even the ring bearer and flower girls in my wedding! When my dogs passed, I did not get another dog due to increasing work travel. But am missing those furry, loving companions! I've been pet sitting on Rover for almost 2 years and I absolutely love it!

Reviews

Samantha T.
Boarding • Jul 23, 2026
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This was the second time our dogs, Finn and Cleo, stayed with Vanessa. Like last time, they seemed to have an amazing time with her. I always appreciate the updates we get from her. She makes sure to send photos and videos of them and it makes me happy to see them enjoy their stay. Thanks again Vanessa!

Christopher M.
Boarding • Jul 18, 2026
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Vanessa provided excellent care for our dog. This was our 1st time using Rover and our dog only recently went blind, so we had a lot of anxiety over this booking. Vanessa hit it out of the park! She provided regular updates (including pictures and video) and took several extra precautions to make sure that our fur-baby was comfortable an extremely well cared for in her home. Vanessa has our highest recommendations!

Jeff & Molly C.
Boarding • Jun 21, 2026
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Vanessa was fantastic and helped us out on short notice! Excellent fast communication and a perfect home for our energetic pup!

Claire E.
Boarding • May 25, 2026
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Vanessa was responsive and friendly, and clearly cares about all the dogs she takes care of! Ringo had a great time at her house. Would 100% book again!

About Vanessa J.

Communication

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

Skills

40 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

I have a house with a fenced yard for your fur baby to roam around. I do take a few dogs at a time, so it’s important they get along well with other dogs. They will gets playtime and lots of love!! I can also provide daily walks in my very pet-friendly neighborhood. My children are extremely accustomed to pets and will love them as well! **Pets must be up to date on vaccinations ** Your dog must be up to date on Rabies, Distemper-Parvo, Bordetella, and have a current negative fecal exam. While we do not require the Canine Influenza vaccine, we do recommend it.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Vanessa J. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs that I can accommodate. I have three children at home who are very used to pets and absolutely love dogs and cats. My children are all school age, know how to interact appropriately with animals, and responsible.

A typical day

I live in a very pet-friendly neighborhood. I love to take multiple daily walks, as I work remotely. I also have a fenced yard for your fur baby to roam and enjoy outdoors! Let me know if there are any special needs or requests. Dogs are always fed separately for safety ?

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Vanessa J.

Star Sitter

Chapel Hill, NC

5.0 out of 5 stars
171 reviews