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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Vanessa S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $14 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

WFH Lago cat mom who loves all pets

Hi there! I’m a work-from-home cat mom in Lago Vista with 10+ years of cat experience and grew up with dogs. As a mom to five different cats, I get how unique each pet’s routine and quirks can be. I stick closely to your instructions- meds, feeding, whatever your pet needs, keeping things calm and low-stress. I only take local clients so I can be consistent and present. Since I can’t have a dog right now, time with yours is my puppy fix; I love all animals. You can expect clear updates, quick responses, and care that’s genuine and dependable.

Cat care experience

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A cat mom who actually gets cats!

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

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
93% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
80% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

In your home, I follow your instructions and treat your space with respect, noting hiding spots, food preferences, and behavior cues to keep your pet at ease. Meds are given carefully, on schedule, and I stay alert and communicative to any changes in health or behavior. Whether in my home or yours, my priority is a calm, therapeutic experience for the fur babies.

Ratings and reviews

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3 ratings
Debby G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 25, 2026

Vanessa was wonderful with our two fur babies. Our 1 year old Basset Hound is very timid with new people, however she quickly warmed up to Vanessa. Vanessa stayed in communication with us throughout our time away, sending regular updates and photos of our pups. It gave us great peace of mind knowing they were well cared for and loved while we were gone. We truly appreciated her thoughtfulness and highly recommend her!

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Debby G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 25, 2026

Vanessa was amazing with our two fur babies. Our 1 year old Basset Hound is usually very timid and takes time to warm up to new people, however she quickly adapted to Vanessa. Vanessa stayed in communication with us while we were away and kept us updated with thoughtful messages and photos. It gave us a great peace of mind knowing they were well cared for and loved while we were gone. We truly appreciated her thoughtfulness and highly recommend her!

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Britney G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 22, 2026

Vanessa did a wonderful job watching the dogs. She communicated well and sent plenty of updates.

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Erin R.
Nov 30, 2019

Steven and Vanessa are an incredible team. They take great care of our pets, and go above and beyond to make us feel good being away from home. Will definitely use them again!

Jeanne H.
Nov 30, 2019

From the minute Steven walked into our house, both my dogs thought he was their new best friend! He is patient, sweet and kind to my pups! Steven is reliable and trustworthy! I highly recommend him!!

Jenny D.
Nov 30, 2019

Steven is great with our dog... and our kid. Suffice to say, we’d leave him in charge of either. You’ll never meet a more responsible soul to care for whatever you put him in charge of. 10/10, would recommend.

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Schedule

I work from home full-time, and care for our five cat babies along with my husband. Because of my schedule, I can offer flexible and reliable care for your babies while you’re away.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Vanessa can host up to 5 drop-ins per day
I always require a meet-and-greet first, since knowing your pet’s personality, not just their routine, makes for a smoother visit. Helpful things to share: • Routine: feeding schedule, portions, dietary needs • Medical: meds, dosage/timing, health conditions to watch • Personality: shy or social, triggers, how they warm up to new people • Comfort: favorite spots/toys, need for space vs. company • Emergency: vet contact, allergies Little details matter most, like knowing your cat only drinks from a running faucet, or needs 20 minutes before coming out from under the bed.
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.