Marena B.
York, ME
Services
Marena can care for
Availability
I’m currently a freelance graphic designer/creative strategist and am generally available on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Mondays and Wednesdays are possibilities if given enough notice.
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About Marena B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Before booking a new client, I request that we schedule an in-person meet and greet. This makes it easier to build trust, as not all animals are instantly at ease with an unfamiliar person in their home. It also helps me learn specific details pertaining to my visit. I try to match your pet's routine as best as possible. This means learning what time they're used to eating, what their favorite activities or toys are, and any other preferences they may have. Overall, I strive to care for clients' pets as I do my own animals. This means lots of love, pictures, and regular updates to ensure you know how they're doing. And, as a guest in your home, I promise to leave everything as orderly and clean as it was when I arrived!
Information Marena B. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any allergies, special needs or behaviors I should know about. It's important for me to understand any triggers they may have (such as separation anxiety, leash aggression or reactivity, etc.), if you're working on any training, and what their energy level tends to be.
A typical day
I base the day's activities off of the energy level and needs of the dog, and the guidance I receive from the owner. I'm happy to go on big hikes, long walks, or simply enjoy some fresh air from the safety of your property! I believe that mental exercise is just as important as physical exercise in dogs. I'd love to work with your dog on basic enrichment, nose work, and training if that's something you're interested in!
Location
York, ME
Pets
Experienced and Loving Animal Care
Pet care experience
Hi! I'm Marena—a lifelong animal lover and caretaker. I began dog and cat sitting at a very young age, and actively volunteering for animal rescues and farm sanctuaries in 2016. From socializing shelter puppies to shearing sheep, administering medication to llamas, and filing pig tusks, I've loved it all! I enjoy getting to know all sorts of personalities—from the active and boisterous, to the more reserved or anxious—my awareness of animal behavior allows me to provide the most positive and comfortable experience for your pet. In my free time I love bringing my dog, Lucy, for long walks on the beach (her favorite!) and exploring the outdoors. I'm currently a volunteer at the Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals, and a member of the Animal Rescue Team for the Humane Society of the United States. I have experience in pet first aid/CPR, basic obedience training, canine enrichment (agility work, nose work), and emergency response. I earned a certificate in Large Animal Emergency Rescue in June 2023 and am currently working toward certification in the Masterson Method of equine bodywork to relieve stress and tension in horses. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know your animals! Thank you!
Cat care experience
Marena also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Marena was an absolute gem of a human and helped us in a last minute pinch when we needed someone to watch Brunello!! She was so kind, caring, and Brunello loved her immediately :) she even took the time to ask about everything he needed before watching him and took him on a fun adventure too! I wish we lived closer to hire Marena all the time!! Do not hesitate to book her asap for any dog watching / walking rover services!! She’s the best!
Marena was awesome! She was very communicative and great with our dog. We have tried several different sitters and have not always had great experiences. Our experience with Marena was totally different! She was extremely reliable and made us feel comfortable leaving for the weekend. So glad we found her!
I highly recommend Marena! She has watched our pets for many years both dogs & cats. My dog absolutely loves her. She’s very dependable and has a love of animals.
I cannot recommend a better pet sitter! Marena is reliable, trustworthy, and has an incredibly intuitive way of connecting with animals. She has pet sat for our super particular Siamese cat and our two rescue dogs, each with very different needs. We have a high energy dog who needs lots of stimulation and play, and one highly anxious dog who is very picky about who she likes/trusts and they both instantly took to Marena. Our anxious dog needs meds 2x per day and some extra TLC and we have zero worries leaving her under Marena’s care because she goes above and beyond in caring for our fur babies as if they are her own!
About Marena B.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Before booking a new client, I request that we schedule an in-person meet and greet. This makes it easier to build trust, as not all animals are instantly at ease with an unfamiliar person in their home. It also helps me learn specific details pertaining to my visit. I try to match your pet's routine as best as possible. This means learning what time they're used to eating, what their favorite activities or toys are, and any other preferences they may have. Overall, I strive to care for clients' pets as I do my own animals. This means lots of love, pictures, and regular updates to ensure you know how they're doing. And, as a guest in your home, I promise to leave everything as orderly and clean as it was when I arrived!
Information Marena B. would like to know about your pet
Please let me know if your dog has any allergies, special needs or behaviors I should know about. It's important for me to understand any triggers they may have (such as separation anxiety, leash aggression or reactivity, etc.), if you're working on any training, and what their energy level tends to be.
A typical day
I base the day's activities off of the energy level and needs of the dog, and the guidance I receive from the owner. I'm happy to go on big hikes, long walks, or simply enjoy some fresh air from the safety of your property! I believe that mental exercise is just as important as physical exercise in dogs. I'd love to work with your dog on basic enrichment, nose work, and training if that's something you're interested in!
Marena B.
York, ME