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Vanessa R.

Star Sitter

Romeoville, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
434 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat

Vanessa can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs

Availability

I’m at home all the time, with two kids, I’m 24/7 available for the dogs and cats, this is my work who I love doing it.

Available
Not available
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About Vanessa R.

Communication

137 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have fenced yard, to run and play with your dog , walks when they need it, time to lay down and relax, with them on the couch.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Vanessa R. would like to know about your pet

If they are friendly with people and others dogs, if they need medication, if they need special attention, if it’s their first time away from home.

A typical day

Fun time with dogs and cats , walks to explore new smells and places, cuddles and play time with toys, running at backyard, fetching time outside, nap times.

Location

Romeoville, IL

Vanessa R.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Vanessa R. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

Your pet’s home will be here.

Pet care experience

Since I have memory use of my childhood, I have always been around pets, (dogs, cats, turtles etc ...) I have two cats and one turtle, I don’t see my life without pets. I love to be around cats, dogs any pet, I love to play with them and be with them. I like long walks, play with their toys, pet them, I been doing this for more than 5 years, my purpose is always help others who needs my love, patience and caring for their pets. I’m a mother of 3 girls and two cats, one turtle, I love to take care of yours too if you let me love them, I want you to know when they are on my care, they are like my babies too.

Cat care experience

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Vanessa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Pamela P.
Boarding • May 11, 2026
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Vanessa took great care of my dog, Taco! Highly recommend.

Katrina P.
Boarding • May 02, 2026
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Vanessa is always great, professional, kind & responsive. She always make my fur baby stay a fun & pleasant one. I'm so glad she was able to fit us in for a last minute trip.🫶🏾

Summer B.
Drop-In Visits • Apr 12, 2026
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Goes above and beyond. Not only does she take care of your pet, but will handle small and extra tasks around the home. Would recommend to everyone and their furry loved ones!

Tiara J.
Boarding • Apr 05, 2026
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My experience was not what I expected. I booked the services weeks in advance I mentioned doing a meet and greet and finally the week before I left I reached out because I had not heard from Vanessa as she stated once I booked she’d reach out to me but she never did even when we met up she was really quiet kind of stand off I thought maybe she was having a bad day or something. Drop off day came it was fine. I had to reach out to her she didn’t provide many pics of Junior as I advised he’s really clingy, he get nervous when left alone also I work from home so he’s always up under me I just wanted better communication as I’ve had with previous sitters. Now coming home I kept Vanessa updated the best I could as it was bad weather a few Della’s that I couldn’t control and I was a hour late in which I’d completely understand being charged extra but Vanessa contacted me more on my way home than she did while my dog was with her. She advised me she was going to dinner as I was returning and had a layover the flight was late then even later as a bird flew into the plane before us( extremely unexpected) which cause our landing to be delayed even more but I’m in the air it’s nothing I could do and yet she continued to message me as if I was flying the plane. Like I said my experience was very frustrating not saying she’s a bad sitter I guess just very impatient. Also my dogs leash is gone she put him tightly in a new leash that I don’t like smh it’s just been a day I’m just happy I got my baby home.

About Vanessa R.

Communication

137 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have fenced yard, to run and play with your dog , walks when they need it, time to lay down and relax, with them on the couch.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Vanessa R. would like to know about your pet

If they are friendly with people and others dogs, if they need medication, if they need special attention, if it’s their first time away from home.

A typical day

Fun time with dogs and cats , walks to explore new smells and places, cuddles and play time with toys, running at backyard, fetching time outside, nap times.

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Vanessa R.

Star Sitter

Romeoville, IL

5.0 out of 5 stars
434 reviews