Vanessa K.
Vanessa K.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $25 per visit
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Reliable Care for Your Pet
What sets me apart as a dog sitter is my calm, attentive approach and my background in caregiving. I have many years of experience caring for dogs, including senior dogs who need extra patience, slower walks, and thoughtful routines. I’m comfortable administering medications, following detailed care instructions, and adjusting activity levels to meet each dog’s needs. On walks, I’m happy to let dogs take their time, especially senior dogs who benefit from slower pacing and plenty of sniffing. I genuinely enjoy engaging with dogs who like to play, while also respecting the boundaries of dogs who prefer a quieter, gentler presence. My professional background in caregiving has taught me the importance of reliability, attentiveness, and respecting rules and routines. I take pet owners’ instructions seriously and care for dogs with kindness, empathy, and consistency, so they feel safe and well cared for.
Cat care experience
Vanessa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I will come to you and your furry friends. I follow routines as closely as possible and create a calm, safe, and respectful environment. In my clients’ homes, I take time to understand each pet’s needs, personality, and boundaries. I carefully follow all instructions around feeding, medications, walks, playtime, and household rules. I’m attentive to changes in behavior, energy, or appetite and communicate clearly with pet owners so they feel informed and at ease. I adjust my care based on each pet, whether that means slower, sniff-friendly walks for senior dogs, gentle play for dogs who enjoy engagement, or quiet companionship for pets who prefer space. I keep homes clean, maintain litter boxes or feeding areas, and make sure pets feel comfortable, secure, and well cared for while their people are away.
Ratings and reviews
Vanessa took great care of our four pets! She stuck exactly to their usual schedule, even though that meant waking up very early every morning to feed them breakfast. She was communicative and provided regular updates. Vanessa took good care of the house too, leaving it as tidy as she found it. Would definitely book with her again!
Vanessa has done some amazing pet sitting for us! She is responsible, conscientious, and extremely kind. I have complete faith and trust in her being at my house with my fur babies when I’m out of state or even out of the country. I can relax, knowing they are incapable, loving hands. I’ve come home to happy pets, and a well cared for space. I highly recommend Vanessa!
I am so glad I finally found someone I can trust! Vanessa has been wonderful with my fur babies. They just love her and look forward to seeing her. I feel absolutely safe having Vanessa in my home while I’m away. I have both a cat and a dog. My dog has special needs and Vanessa is able to care for her perfectly. It’s nice not having to worry about them while I’m gone. She sends me photos and updates each day too, which is so nice. I highly recommend her!
Vanessa has cared for our pets (our rabbits and our cats), and she did a fantastic job. She asked thoughtful questions ahead of time to make sure she understood their routines and needs, kept us updated with photos, and communicated clearly throughout the visits. She was consistently positive, reliable, and genuinely caring. It was obvious she took her responsibility seriously and wanted our pets to be comfortable and well cared for. I would absolutely trust her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dependable and attentive pet sitter.
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Schedule
I work Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. During the workweek, I’m available for morning and evening walks, drop-ins, and care. When I’m house sitting, I can provide morning and evening walks, and on Thursdays and Fridays I work from home, allowing for additional presence and a midday check-in or walk during my lunch break. On weekends, I have more flexibility and availability, which allows me to be more present and attentive to pets who benefit from extra time, companionship, or a relaxed routine.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.
Prices may vary based on your selections. A booking fee of 11% will apply.