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Maia I.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients
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Maia I.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $55 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Your dog’s summer camp

I’ve taken care of over 30 animals through foster care, including a litter of 5 puppies and helping senior dogs recover from ailments. I grew up surrounded by pets and have cared for my family’s 3 dogs. Throughout the years, I have become a trusted pet sitter among friends and family back home in Honolulu, HI and I am hoping to grow my network within DC. With extensive experience in animal care, your dog will receive consistent exercise and a safe, comfortable environment. Lots of affection and treats!

Cat care experience

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Loving Hands, Happy Cats

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

Qualifications

4 repeat pet parents
76% response rate
Usually responds in about a day
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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12 ratings
Brian T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 21, 2026

Maia was great! Very communicative and took great care to ensure my dog was comfortable and properly taken care of. Would definitely book again.

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Grace H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 11, 2025

Maia was a great dog sitter!!! She was very communicative, which is super helpful for an anxious dog mom like me. I felt very comfortable with Jude in her care and would definitely book again!

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Anna M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jul 10, 2025

Maia was a great communicator, thoughtful and attentive with Captain, and he came home relaxed and happy after a great day! Will totally ask for future walks or daycare days and would recommend her to anyone.

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Gil H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 24, 2025

🐕🌈✨💛 My partner and I are so grateful to have met Maia. Maia invited us over for a meet & greet to see how Louie would do in a new environment. Louis trusted her from the start, which was a good sign. Maia asked all the right questions—including where we were at in our training regime and any bad habits to watch out for—which made us very confident in her ability to take care of our boy. Louis came home happy and exhausted, which means he got plenty of play time. Maia kept us updated throughout the day and shared any observations, while Louis settled in. Maia is great and we will definitely be asking her to have Louis over again. Thank you, Maia! 🐕🌈✨💛

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Shana P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Jun 12, 2025

Maia is amazing - made my shy introverted pup feel right at home! She communicated throughout the day, and I look forward to trusting her with my pup again!

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Devon K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 11, 2025

Maia was great! She sent lots of photos and updates about my pup. She gave her lots of exercise and attention. I’m certain she was in good hands with her. Will definitely use again!

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Schedule

work from home 4 out of 5 days in a week. Dog walking availability is most flexible in the mornings or late afternoons, and within walking distance or 15 minute commute.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in an apartment building with access to a private fenced dog park and a 20 min walk to nearby parks. I am comfortable watching small to medium sized dogs (<50 lbs). Have experience with crate training dogs.

A typical day

I enjoy going on long walks with active dogs and venturing to nearby parks to play fetch. I always make sure to have a water bowl on hand for your dog especially during the warm summer days.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Maia can host up to 1 pet per night
I appreciate details about meal times and any special meal preparation/quantity. Knowing that some dogs aren’t comfortable with strangers, it’s important to me to try to arrange a time to meet your pet & practice applying their harness/leash. Please let me know if your dog is uncomfortable around other dogs.
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.