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VVanessa
Reliable care, plenty of cuddles!
Christchurch
Pawshake sitter since August 2023
6-10 years of experience
Active in the Pawshake Community
2 recurring guests
19 times saved
Last active2 days ago
Usually respondswithin 3 hours
Last contacted4 days ago
Last booked4 days ago
Identity verified
Identity verification helps Pawshake to protect the community and keep it friendly and safe, so everyone can connect with confidence.About Vanessa
Hi! I’m Vanessa 😊
I’ve always loved being around animals, which is why I’ve spent many years pet sitting. There’s nothing better than earning the trust of a new furry friend and making sure they’re happy and comfortable while their owners are away.
I work full-time as an Environmental Planner, and before that I spent five years working in a pet shop, gaining hands-on experience with animals of all ages, breeds, and personalities.
I’ve cared for everything from energetic puppies to older pets, as well as households with multiple dogs, cats, and even fish. Every pet is different, so I take the time to learn their routine and make sure they feel happy, comfortable, and well looked after.
🐾 Dog walking: Available most afternoons and evenings for walks of up to an hour.
🐾 Home visits: Weekday evenings and longer visits on weekends for feeding, playtime, cuddles, and company.
🐾 House sitting: I can stay overnight and throughout weekends. I work full-time during weekdays, so I’ll be away during office hours, but I’ll spend the rest of my time with your pets. I’m also happy to water plants, bring in the mail, and administer basic medication.
I’ll care for your pets as if they were my own, send regular photo updates, and treat your home with the same respect I would my own.
I’d love to meet you and your furry family! 😊
Vanessa offers ...
At Vanessa's home
Vanessa currently does not offer any services at their home.
At your home
House Sitting
A sitter stays overnight in your home and cares for your petfrom $60 /nightOne home visit a day
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home to feed and play with your petfrom $45 /dayDog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walkfrom $35 /walk, $5 /additional petVanessa can only travel 20 km from Christchurch.
Vanessa can accept
Puppies<1 year
Dog agesAll ages
Dog sizesAll sizes
CatsAll kinds
Small animalsRodents, rabbits, birds, ...
Availability
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About Vanessa's home
The residence
House
Medium outdoor area
Fully fenced backyard
What people say about Vanessa
Overall rating
5
Communication
5
Conscientious
5
Profile accuracy
5
Treatment of animals
5
Value
5
More about Vanessa
I speak ...
English
I have experience ...
6-10 years of experience
... with rescue pets
... as volunteer with animal welfare
... with grooming
I am familiar with dog training techniques
I can administer medication by injection
I can administer medication orally
Confirmed information
Identity verified
Email verified
SMS verified
Stripe verified
Dog Walkingfrom $35 /walk, $5 /additional pet
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