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Vanessa J.

Verona, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

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

Availability

It's constant, there's really no taking a break when caring for dogs. Not unlike like kids. We make sure they're hydrated, feed, rested, stimulated and entertained.

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About Vanessa J.

Communication

40 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs who are more than happy to run around with your pups. At night time, we like to have them sleep in the same room as us so that we are aware of what is going on with them at all times. We also have plenty of toys for them to play with inside and multiple dog beds for them to lay around on.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Vanessa J. would like to know about your pet

Questions we will have: Has your dog ever been aggressive with other dogs or children? Is your dog house trained? Does your dog act out in any particular ways we should know about? Do you give your dog meds on a monthly basis to prevent heartworm and combat fleas/ticks? Is your dog vaccinated?

A typical day

Our girls love to play with dogs in our fenced in back yard, be it throwing a ball, chasing bubbles, or playing tag. We also can walk high energy breeds daily.

Location

Verona, NJ

Vanessa J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

WFH. Yard. Specialty: bulldogs!

Pet care experience

My husband and I grew up with dogs and can’t imagine life without them. We have an English Bulldog named Bacon Bits, and next door in the Mother-in-Law is a Frenchie name Tater Tot. We also have two young children, both girls, ages 5 and 7, who love every dog they see. My husband works from home and I'm on a hybrid schedule, so someone will almost always be here with your pet. And with our girls around, there's zero chance of them of getting bored or lonely. We have a fenced in yard for your dogs to run around and play in as desired. At night they will typically sleep in the same room as us - but they are also free to pick a spot of their choosing. Before taking on new clients, we require a meet n greet to ensure all the pups get along -- and is an opportunity for both parties to get a sense of one another.

Reviews

Anna Maria G.
Boarding • Jun 23, 2026
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Leaving Rosie with Vanessa and her family while we were away for our wedding and honeymoon was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment she arrived, Rosie was beyond excited to be there and was treated like part of the family. Vanessa kept us updated with so many photos and videos of Rosie playing, relaxing, and clearly having the best time. It made being away from our girl so much easier and gave us complete peace of mind knowing she was so loved and well cared for. We could truly enjoy our wedding and honeymoon without worrying for a second. We’re incredibly grateful for the kindness, communication, and genuine care Vanessa and her family showed Rosie. We wouldn’t hesitate to trust them again and recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional pet care!

Anna Maria G.
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026
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Vanessa and her family were wonderful! They took great care of Rosie for her overnight stay and also sent us pictures/updates to let us know how she was doing. We felt extremely comfortable leaving her with them, and would highly recommend!

Michael R L.
Boarding • Feb 24, 2026
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Great service and flexible with changes in schedule! Hari is not just happy to get there, but very excited. I know they take very good care of her.

prateek d.
Doggy Day Care • Sep 04, 2025
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Very warm and welcoming. Venessa was responsive and understanding. Would recommend her to others looking out for pet care services.

About Vanessa J.

Communication

40 repeat pet parents
84% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

22 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have a fenced yard and two friendly dogs who are more than happy to run around with your pups. At night time, we like to have them sleep in the same room as us so that we are aware of what is going on with them at all times. We also have plenty of toys for them to play with inside and multiple dog beds for them to lay around on.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs
Children 0-5 years old
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Vanessa J. would like to know about your pet

Questions we will have: Has your dog ever been aggressive with other dogs or children? Is your dog house trained? Does your dog act out in any particular ways we should know about? Do you give your dog meds on a monthly basis to prevent heartworm and combat fleas/ticks? Is your dog vaccinated?

A typical day

Our girls love to play with dogs in our fenced in back yard, be it throwing a ball, chasing bubbles, or playing tag. We also can walk high energy breeds daily.

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Vanessa J.

Verona, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
107 reviews