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Vanessa S.

Star Sitter

Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews
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Vanessa S. 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.

Registered Nurse animal lover

Pet care experience

Hi there! My name is Vanessa and I'm an RN at Providence. I've been a nurse for 12 years and I love it, but I worked as a vet tech while in nursing school and I really miss my time with animals! I also used to foster rescue dogs with a local group here in Portland but can no longer do it because we've reached our limit - we've got three dogs and two cats in our tiny house and we are bursting at the seams. I'm doing this just to spend more time with my favorite people: dogs and cats. Anyone who knows me will tell you that my three favorite things in the world are dogs, pizza and coffee! I've got plenty of pizza and coffee but I need more doggos! I can't wait to meet your fur kids and spend some quality time with them!

Reviews

Crystal T.
Drop-In Visits • Apr. 09, 2024
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Excellent service as always! Great communication and loves the cats!

Leah F.
House Sitting • Feb. 17, 2024
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Vanessa is an excellent dog sitter. She is very responsible and reliable. She is great with our dogs and frequently sends updates of how they are doing. We will continue to use her any time we need a sitter.

Mckenzie M.
House Sitting • Feb. 04, 2024
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Vanessa is the best! She did a great job caring for our two very needy boy cats, and we can tell they received a ton of love and attention. She kept us well-informed and sent lots of updates with photos. When we arrived home from our trip, our cats were greeted us and were so calm and relaxed, almost like they'd had their own little vacation. We'll definitely be booking Vanessa for future trips.

Crystal T.
Drop-In Visits • Jan. 12, 2024
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Fantastic sitter who is reliable and loving to cats. Has excellent communication and sends lots of updates that we appreciate. Highly recommend.

About Vanessa S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets in my clients’ homes in whichever manner the client prefers. My personal style at home is that dogs are with me at all times and are allowed to be anywhere I am (if safe, of course) but I can respect any house rules that my clients have.

Information Vanessa S. would like to know about your pet

I would want to know their likes and dislikes. Favorite toys, potty spots, treats. Favorite place to get pets or scratches. If they are friendly with other animals, people, children - I want to keep your dog safe as well as others. Any little habits or idiosyncrasies to be aware of? Medical issues? Allergies?

A typical day

Whatever your dog prefers! Do they want to walk? Done! Do they want to play ball? Done! Snuggle and binge-watch the Great British Baking Show? Done!

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$75per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit

Vanessa can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work from home, and have gbr flexibility to work anywhere with an internet connection, so I can spend as much (or as little) time with your pets as you prefer. I do occasionally have meetings to attend but I am usually never gone longer than two hours.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 20 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Vanessa S.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

I care for pets in my clients’ homes in whichever manner the client prefers. My personal style at home is that dogs are with me at all times and are allowed to be anywhere I am (if safe, of course) but I can respect any house rules that my clients have.

Information Vanessa S. would like to know about your pet

I would want to know their likes and dislikes. Favorite toys, potty spots, treats. Favorite place to get pets or scratches. If they are friendly with other animals, people, children - I want to keep your dog safe as well as others. Any little habits or idiosyncrasies to be aware of? Medical issues? Allergies?

A typical day

Whatever your dog prefers! Do they want to walk? Done! Do they want to play ball? Done! Snuggle and binge-watch the Great British Baking Show? Done!

Location

Portland, OR

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Vanessa S.

Star Sitter

Portland, OR

5.0 out of 5 stars
•31 reviews