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Maria A.

Okeechobee, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
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Services

Maria can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I'm currently a full-time student, I have almost full availability. Iam completely free on weekends, and am free on weekdays after 2 PM. Fully avaliable on holidays.

Available
Not available
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About Maria A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

5 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot have a pet over my own home. I have the utmost respect for my client's home, it's rules and boundaries. I am very respectful and very open minded, I will care for each and every pet as if it was my own following any instruction and rule my client demands.

Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has a routine or any specific instructions or rules you need or want me to follow, I will always completely respect you wishes and love you pet unconditionally, no matter the breed or size.

A typical day

I fully listen to the pets parents, and have a deepest respect and consideration for their rules and instructions. If you fur babie has a specific routine, or special care and attention needed, I'm on it, if you would like him to be more active and exercise while you are away, consider it done, if you don't have any specific instruction you want to give, that's complete okay as well. No matter what, all pets in my care will be safe, protected, loved and happy, I guarantee.

Location

Okeechobee, FL

Maria A.'s Neighborhood

Pets

For loved and safe fur babies

Pet care experience

I have the most deep and genuine love for all pets, I absolutely love being a sitter, nothing brings me joy like taking the absolute best, most loving and secure care of my client's pets. I do volunteer work at the local recue shelter, handling all sizes and breeds of dogs and cats, doing everything needed, feeding, walking, bathing, etc... People ask me why do I volunteer, and it's because my love for pets is the most pure and genuine in my heart.

Cat care experience

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Most genuine love and care for cats

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

Reviews

Anthony W.
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2026
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Maria has her hands full at our house watching two dogs and two cats for an extended time. One dog happens to be a full grown, very immature golden retriever who has the ability to open doors and one of the cats is a stubborn older male cat who can hide for days. That combo created a stressful day where we didn’t know if the cat had escaped. It did not but Maria spent the entire day relentlessly searching inside and out. We felt so sorry for her with us being away and her working so hard. The cat showed up at midnight and pranced downstairs like nothing was wrong. Long story short, Maria is the best sitter we’ve had. She’s very mature and responsive. It’s hard to find young people today with her work ethic and love for animals. I would use her again and again. She’s awesome.

Sarah L.
House Sitting • Jun 13, 2026
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María is truly exceptional! She provided excellent care for my five-pound Yorkie for seven days while I was away. My Sophie adored her from the moment they met. María was also very respectful of my home and even brought in packages for us. I am really happy I found such a responsible young lady that has the energy to keep up with my Sophie.

Dana W.
House Sitting • Jun 02, 2026
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I couldn’t ask for a better sitter. My dogs were well take. Care of and Maria sent me updates all throughout. Highly recommend her and will be using her again.

Marny D.
House Sitting • May 27, 2026
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I had a great experience with Mary being in our home while away for work. She was very attentive and engaged with Kona our dog, making sure she got plenty of attention, playtime, and care while I was away. It was clear Kona felt comfortable and happy with Mary. She also treated our home with respect, keeping everything clean, tidy, and well cared for, she even watered my plants. I truly appreciated the peace of mind knowing I could trust her in our home and caring for Kona.

About Maria A.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

5 years of experience

Safety, trust & environment

While I cannot have a pet over my own home. I have the utmost respect for my client's home, it's rules and boundaries. I am very respectful and very open minded, I will care for each and every pet as if it was my own following any instruction and rule my client demands.

Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pet has a routine or any specific instructions or rules you need or want me to follow, I will always completely respect you wishes and love you pet unconditionally, no matter the breed or size.

A typical day

I fully listen to the pets parents, and have a deepest respect and consideration for their rules and instructions. If you fur babie has a specific routine, or special care and attention needed, I'm on it, if you would like him to be more active and exercise while you are away, consider it done, if you don't have any specific instruction you want to give, that's complete okay as well. No matter what, all pets in my care will be safe, protected, loved and happy, I guarantee.

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Maria A.

Okeechobee, FL

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews