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Vanessa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients
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Vanessa P.

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
23 years of experience

Pet care experience

Animal-lover with a menagerie!

I've been around dogs and cats regularly since I was 12. I've had family pets throughout that time, and also my own pet fish, rats, cats, and dogs. I have more experience with small dogs than big dogs but I'm open to working with any pet so long as I'm aware of their needs and behavior. Currently I have one small dog and one cat, and my roommate has a cat. The dog has anxiety, and the cats is older and has special needs - he has hyperthyroidism and high blood pressure and is medicated for both. So I am very open to dogs with different personality types and I'm able to give pets medications as needed. I am also able to provide whatever kind of food/treats your pet needs. Generally very open to any special needs pet, and I love senior animals. I can also care for puppies and kittens. Because we have a full house here already I am not currently doing pet care in my home, but I am available for drop-in visits at your home (no long or overnight stays), and dog walking. Most of my experience is with cats and dogs, but I love all animals, and am also open to caring for other types of animals such as fish, small furry animals, reptiles, birds, insects etc.

Qualifications

17 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I am available to provide the care that our own pets need in their home. Let me know the rules of your own home. In my home we have a pretty open environment where the animals are able to free roam (including being on the furniture), and the dog doesn't get crated when I leave. Because I'm not doing in-home care at my own home, I will be interested in learning the rules and parameters of what your pet needs, and being open and communicative with you. I also take pretty good photos, and can provide as many photos as your want while your pet is in my care!

Ratings and reviews

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62 ratings
Michelle L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2026

Appreciate you!

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Bre A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 30, 2025

Vanessa is amazing, I've been rebooking her ever since her first sitting! She's personable, attentive, and sensitive to my cat's attitude/behavior.

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Suma D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 27, 2025

Vanessa is so kind, sweet and communicative!! She took such good care of my cat and my cat loved her so much :) Will be booking with her again!!

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Andrew F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Dec 09, 2025

The greatest cat sitter in NYC

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Donna G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 19, 2025

Absolute rockstar as always, goes above and beyond. We all say thank you, so many times over!

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Bre A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jun 28, 2025

Vanessa is great!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Hi there! Please note that I work full-time Mon-Fri 9-5, and I am only available on weekday evenings at 6pm or later. I am also available on the weekends! In terms of distance, I live in Bed Stuy by the Utica A/C train, and can only accept visits that are within about a mile radius of me.

Cats
Vanessa can host up to 2 drop-ins per day
Please be upfront about your pet’s behavior. If they exhibit any anxiety about new people, if cats don’t like being touched, don’t like people in certain areas, are food-aggressive, etc. I am experienced with giving cats medications, just check in with me about your particular cat’s needs!
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