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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients
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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
5 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Vanessa has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
30 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

My heart belongs to the animals!

I was a volunteer supervisor at the same no kill NYC rescue organization weekly from 2007- 2020. I have cared for dogs and cats of all types with all kinds of issues. I have worked as a dog walker and watched cats prior to Rover. I have fostered and owned both dogs and cats. I have watched up to 5 dogs at any one time in my own home. My current senior dog is petrified of NYC and I do everything it takes to make her walks as pleasurable as possible. I truly love them all.

Cat care experience

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Love all cats, no matter the tude!

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

Qualifications

5 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I will follow the client's instructions for their pets. I know how important it is to take care of a pet per the owner's instructions. I will only alert the client if I am not clear on the instructions or detect some sort of danger.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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23 ratings
Carolyn D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 31, 2026

Vanessa took great care of my 12-year old kitty, Boo, as always. Super caring, reliable, and communicative. Thinks ahead on behalf of kitty’s well being. I highly recommend Vanessa to care for your pet.

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Jacqueline K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 24, 2026

So wonderfully communicative and kind with the cats. I couldn’t have asked for more peace of mind while away.

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Carolyn D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 12, 2026

Vanessa took great care of my cat, Boo, this weekend, going the extra step to look after hus upset tummy. Vanessa is always super communicative, punctual, attentive to our needs, and caring. I highly recommend Vanessa!

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Carolyn D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 24, 2026

Vanessa was a wonderful sitter as usual. She came out to care for my kitty in sub-freezing weather and was very understanding about a change in travel plans due to an upcoming snowstorm. I highly recommend Vanessa to care for your pet.

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BENJAMIN C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 17, 2026

Vanessa was such a great help! And a wonderful friend to our pup 🐶

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Rachel S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jan 05, 2026

Vanessa did an amazing job caring for our pets (one of which who can be difficult!) Throughout the booking, Vanessa was very communicative about any issues and went above and beyond to resolve them. I would highly recommend Vanessa as a pet sitter that is thorough, loves pets and has great communication skills.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

My avail is usually early morning, evening and weekends but will flex whenever possible. Please reach out and ask. I am very responsive. Thank you!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Vanessa can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
What are they scared of? What other dogs should we stay away from? Are they afraid of certain people or noises, etc. Do they have a favorite route to walk? I leave very detailed instructions when I have someone come to walk/pop in on my dog and cat so the more detailed the better.
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.