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Vanessa S.

Frederick, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
137 reviews
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Services

Vanessa can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Vanessa can care for

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

Availability

I follow your house rules in my home so your pet has a routine here as well. I am home all day to give your pets the best care!

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About Vanessa S.

Communication

48 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have plenty of activities to keep all pets busy! On hot days, we set up a doggy sprinkler and follow whatever your pets desire weather its play time, quiet time, cuddle time or mental stimulation :)

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Vanessa S. would like to know about your pet

Please share anything I need to know so that we can be sure your dog has a doggy vacation too!!! Our goal is for you to pick up your dog with a smile on their face! :)

A typical day

We tend to go for walks in our great neighborhood. They will be in our our care 24/7 and we will monitor your pets’ needs and honor them!

Location

Frederick, MD

Vanessa S.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Furbabies are equal to human babies

Pet care experience

Hello! We are back after taking a break birthing two beautiful babies and we really miss our furry friends!! Vanessa, my husband Bruce, our two adorable 1 and 2 year olds and our cuddly kitty, Bootsie here. From a very young age, I've always cared about animals. I’ve grown up with dogs and invested much of my time training them and giving them lots of attention and care during my childhood years. When I watch your furbabies, it is done with full attention and deep care. I am able to monitor and read your pet’s behaviors and modify their environment to ensure they are comfortable, satisfied and having fun! Family and friends have asked me to dog-sit for them starting at an early age of 8. I've always had a bond with all pets. Maybe I was a dog in my previous life ;) My husband has also grown up with dogs and is the best fur-father I’ve ever seen (why do you think I married him?!) He gives so much love to all of our furbabies and your furbabies! We are a family of positive, gentle and fun vibes only! Dogs with aggressive behaviors are not welcome as we have babies and their comfort and safety always come first. We require meet and greets prior to a stay where we will monitor how your dog(s) interact with our family. Our kitty, Bootsie has fun with dogs playing “chase” around the house. She loves the attention! (She is declawed and has never hurt a dog). I am a stay at home mommy and I am almost always home with the furbabies. We go for walks daily (weather permitting) in our beautiful neighborhood as well as lots of playtime and cuddles! I'm certain your dog will have a blast with us! :) I am experienced with medical administration. I take all special instructions seriously and carefully. I 110% promise you that your pets will receive the best care there is! Hope to meet you and your furbaby(s)!! WOOF! Vanessa and family :)

Reviews

Li R.
Boarding • Jun 20, 2023
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Happy puppy after 2 plus weeks! Many photos sent of joy rolls!

Li R.
Boarding • May 23, 2023
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My dog loves Vanessa, Bruce, Angus, Toby and Bootsie the cat.They are the only caregivers I trust. Loving people are loving people...

Li R.
Boarding • Apr 05, 2023
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I am always amazed at the nurturance of this family, dogs and cat included. I feel so lucky to know them.

Erin J.
Boarding • Jan 23, 2023
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Another great stay for our girl at Vanessa's. We love the text updates of her playing and relaxing. It's such a gift to know she's enjoying herself while we're away. Thank you again!

About Vanessa S.

Communication

48 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We have plenty of activities to keep all pets busy! On hot days, we set up a doggy sprinkler and follow whatever your pets desire weather its play time, quiet time, cuddle time or mental stimulation :)

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 cat
Children 0-5 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Vanessa S. would like to know about your pet

Please share anything I need to know so that we can be sure your dog has a doggy vacation too!!! Our goal is for you to pick up your dog with a smile on their face! :)

A typical day

We tend to go for walks in our great neighborhood. They will be in our our care 24/7 and we will monitor your pets’ needs and honor them!

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Vanessa S.

Frederick, MD

5.0 out of 5 stars
137 reviews