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Vanessa R.

Hyde Park, jacksonville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I make time around my schedule to fit the need of the dog or cat. Also I’ve always loved a job that requires me to give love affection care to our furry little animals animals

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Vanessa R.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 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

At the moment I live in an apartment I won’t be able to take any big dogs, but definitely willing to take small dogs cats 🤗

Information Vanessa R. would like to know about your pet

If they have any special needs if they’re on medication if they take an vitamins if there’s a certain routine that they do that you would require for me to do as well

A typical day

I love going for a walking or running definitely like to drain all their energy out so they can really relaxin. I sometimes play very relaxing music once they’re done with their activities, if that is either playing with her toys throwing a ball or a frisbee

Location

jacksonville, FL

Vanessa R.'s Neighborhood

love to give hospitality to animal

Pet care experience

Ive worked professionally for 7 years in care animal Hospital. I’ve learned to board give meds special visits during holidays Learning CPR I assist with any special requests need for care, willing to compromise in anything necessary. Love animals treat them like there are my own, I’ve also done Foster care for placing paws have taking care of about almost 25 adopted dogs so happy and glad to make a huge difference when it comes to our furry little animal lovers all shapes and sizes.

Reviews

Audrey C.
House Sitting • juil. 23, 2026
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I have used Vanessa multiple times for my two dogs and she is incredible! I highly recommend her.

Baron Y.
House Sitting • mars 19, 2026
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If you are needing someone to take care of your animals hire Vanessa. She is amazing and will treat your pets as family. She will also take pictures daily and send you updates very professional.

Katrina F.
House Sitting • mai 22, 2024
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In early May, I adopted a small puppy whose mother had stopped nursing too early. I knew that I was taking on a lot of work, but I felt confident. Days later, I learned that I needed to go into the office for a few days rather than work from home. Goose, the puppy, was too young for daycare or boarding. So, I searched River for someone who could sit with him in my home. I was nervous, scared to trust someone to take care of Goose, but then I met Vanessa. Goose liked her and she liked him. I went to work relaxed knowing that he was with someone who cared about him. She played with him, fed him, helped me poppy pad train him. She gave me tips on his care (and on how to cook scallops). She will always be my first pick if I need someone to watch him in the future.

Alix A.
House Sitting • oct. 24, 2022
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Vanessa was great! She sent me updates and pics every morning and evening and took great care of my puppy. I would definitely book her again. Highly recommend!

About Vanessa R.

Communication

7 repeat pet parents
60% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 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

At the moment I live in an apartment I won’t be able to take any big dogs, but definitely willing to take small dogs cats 🤗

Information Vanessa R. would like to know about your pet

If they have any special needs if they’re on medication if they take an vitamins if there’s a certain routine that they do that you would require for me to do as well

A typical day

I love going for a walking or running definitely like to drain all their energy out so they can really relaxin. I sometimes play very relaxing music once they’re done with their activities, if that is either playing with her toys throwing a ball or a frisbee

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Vanessa R.

Hyde Park, jacksonville, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews