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Vivian & Shaeffer S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat pet owners
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Vivian & Shaeffer S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
3 repeat pet owners

Contact for Boarding

from US$50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 year of experience
Has a fenced garden
Home full-time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dogs make life worth living!!!!!!!!

My experience with pets stems from my childhood, when I was tasked with the responsibility to care for pets and neighborhood kids. Loving pets has been adopted as part of my nature; to share affection and attention with those that give their all to us.

Qualifications

3 repeat pet owners
88% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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37 ratings
Victoria W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Nov 05, 2025

I can't say enough good things about Vivian & Shaeffer! She stepped in extremely last minute to care for my dog Gizzy Halloween weekend. I appreciate her willingness to adjust her plans to make sure I was comfortable leaving Gizzy. She was very communicative and prompt in her responses. She left my home significantly better than she found it as well. I will definitely be working with Vivian in the future. She made what was looking to be a very stressful weekend so much better. Thank you Vivian!

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Colleen T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Oct 08, 2025

Vivian was incredible. She was super welcoming and spoke with us before to explain she has a dog and the disposition of her dog. Sasha loved her and would highly recommend her! Best experience 100%

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Tina C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Sep 13, 2025

Ms. Vivian watches Simba with so much love, pictures throughout the day show how comfortable he is with her.

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Tina C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 28, 2025

Ms. Vivian is amazing went above and beyond caring for Simba this week. Had a medical issue and she made sure Simba was looked after. Ms. Vivian you are a ROCK STAR!!!

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Tina C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 22, 2025

Ms. Vivian has made Simba feel so special, every morning he beats me to the door. Simba loves her dog and took to immediately, Ms. Vivian has followed my care instructions.

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Melanie K.
Aug 06, 2025

Vivian is a gem of a person and a petsitter. When she has looked after my dog, Vivian treated her as if she were her own. Vivian absolutely provided safe, loving care and lots of play for my pup! She was also easy to communicate with and she made me feel at ease.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As I am currently working part-time, I am available to host and spoil your pet in a flexible manner. My partner also works from home so we are able to provide around the clock attention to your pup(s). We are able to board most of the time, and are always eager to expose our only son (dog) to new cousins.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We are lucky in our humble home to offer a large spacious fenced in backyard that is very safe for your pets. Though it is important to note that there are steps leading to the front and backyard in case that is something your pet may need extra accessibility to. We are also lucky to live in a central area of downtown that is very pet friendly with walkable parks and trails nearby, and even dog friendly bars that are familiar with our dog-centered family. In the case that I were to visit your home, I have experience working as a home visitor in parenting support programs, and as always, honor the trust you share in allowing me in your space. I take that very seriously, and will treat your home as sacred as I treat your pets: with respect.

Pets

A typical day

I love to engage with dogs in the way they love to receive attention. If that is walks in our neighborhood, nearby park or forever fetch in our backyard— your pet will be stimulated and comfortable at their level. We also love to enjoy frozen homemade treats and pup puzzles for enrichment.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Vivian & Shaeffer can host up to 2 pets per night
Please communicate any needs that should be accommodated or special attention that should be provided for specific injuries or illness. Your baby will be spoiled nonetheless.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass an identity verification. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support and reimbursement for eligible vet care.