Vanessa N.
Vanessa N.
Highlights
Pet care experience
An MSU student who loves animals🐾
I’ve been a dog and cat girl my whole life. From learning patience with young dogs at the age of 5 weeks old, to attending to a 14 -year-old dog, I have open-handedly experienced what it is like dealing with dogs of all ages. I have also dealt with the sassy teenager phase from both dogs and cats. When they are bored, they will make it known. The biggest take I have learned from taking care of dogs and cats is that they won’t always be on your timeline. You have to be extremely patient and take time to train them and be there for them.
Cat care experience
Vanessa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Vanessa is great! She had last minute availability and mishka loved staying with her
Vanessa did a great job watching Lexi!
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Schedule
I’m currently looking for a part-time job, and I am going to school but I mainly take online classes, so I’ll have plenty of time to give your pets the attention they need. My schedule is pretty much free besides Wednesdays but if I’m boarding I am available.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I have a fenced in mini pet park next to my apartment. Your furry companion will get all of the exercise he/she needs! My apartment is very cozy and safe, only smaller pets are allowed so there won’t be any issue with other pet owner neighbors.
A typical day
A typical day with your pet would first be time for them to get to know me first. I’ll use a lot of treats and toys for that. I’ll also let them roam around my home to get used to the area. Once we established that trust, then we can do more playing, exercise, and get into a routine. We will play in the mini dog park, maybe go for a ride, play with toys, (etc.). When it’s time to wind down, there will be lots of cuddles and TV/study time.
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsVanessa can host up to 3 pets per night
- I highly suggest packing your furry friend a little camp bag just to be prepared. I can also send a list. I currently don’t have a pet in my apartment at the moment so I don’t have essentials. I do have toys and plan on buying more. Bring your pets signature bag of food because switching brands of food or eating routines can give them a tummy ache or bad stool. Let me know their eating schedule as well as well at the amount to feed them. If your pet needs a special bowl, I highly suggest bringing that too. Bring at least one of their favorite toys or memories from your home. Pets can get anxious even if they develop a trust with the sitter, so giving them a reminder of home while they are gone will help a lot. I will also need to know their potty schedule as well. How many hours before the next potty break? Let me know ahead of time if your furry friend has special needs, and I will prepare to accommodate for their disability. Essentials I suggest bringing: -leash -harness -toys -blanket(if they have one) -assigned food -special bowl(if needed)