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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $26 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Flexible schedule for doggie care

I work from home and have a flexible schedule to spend time with your pup. I recently lost my own dog and would love to spoil yours until I am ready to get another dog of my own. I have lots of experience with in-home dog sitting and have cared for giant and small dogs, as well as puppies learning to train and older dogs with special needs(medication, exercise, vet visits, etc). My priority is to make sure your pup is happy, healthy and safe. I am active and go walking every day, so I have my favorite spots to take your dog, according to their needs. I can also work on doggie manners if that's something you are looking for.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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2 ratings
Kim S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 14, 2026

Vanessa is great. We will definitely rebook with her on our next vacation. She is very responsive to all our questions and concerns. She took our dog on daily walks and sent plenty of pictures during our 5-day vacation.

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Sidney H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 29, 2025

Our normal kennel was full for Thanksgiving so we gave Rover and Vanessa a try. She took such great care of our pit mix Noodle! She gave great updates and photos the entire time which eased my mind. We were super nervous about using a pet sitter for the first time but Vanessa reassured us. She took Noodle on a walk everyday and did well with Noodle even with my dogs quirks! She can adjust to your needs for a truly custom sit! Thanks so much Vanessa and for booking on such short notice!

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Tim W.
May 02, 2018

Vanessa is a happy, caring and responsible sitter. I have seen firsthand how she cares for dogs large and small and is flexible meeting owners needs. She is loving and reciprocates energy well with animals. I would recommend her anytime and trust her with my own dog under any circumstances.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Working from home allows me to be with your dog most of the day. I can fit in a morning or midday walk or play session for really active dogs and enjoy walking in the park near my house in the afternoons.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog will be the only dog in the house and have all my attention! I have a yard that is not fenced, so will leash and stay with your dog for all potty breaks and outside time.

Pets

A typical day

There is a big park with a walking path near my house for walks and several grassy areas nearby that can be used for fetch or play. While at home dogs have freedom in the house and several beds to lounge on and keep me company.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Vanessa can host up to 1 pet per night
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs, energy and exercise level, temperament with humans and other animals, and level of training.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.