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Maria A.

Glen Ellyn, IL

2 reviews
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I like dogs more than I like people

Pet care experience

I grew up with two dogs, and have dogsat for many of my family members and friends. I love all animals, but dogs are my favorite. If I could, I would have an endless amount of dogs, but sadly my apartment is too small for that. I aspire to eventually move to a farm, and have a dog sanctuary. I would foster dogs of all sizes, and help them and their future owners find their forever homes.

Reviews

Gail S.
Aug 09, 2016

Maria is the BEST with pets! She has had several dogs of her own growing up. We have a German Shepherd who just adores Maria and don't forget dogs are great judges of character. She has taken care of Thor on several occasions. We feel very comfortable and trust her completely with his care. When Thor sees Maria he just about pushes the rest of us out of the way to go and love her. It's funny to see a 85 pound dog turn to mush when Maria starts to pet him. I would highly recommend her and her services.

Jason S.
Aug 09, 2016

Maria is OUTSTANDING with my dog. Maria is extremely good with all dogs she comes in contact with. I have recommended her to a number of my friends and they are all extremely happy with Maria. If I ever hear anyone looking for someone to watch there dog I always recommend her, I can always rest assured that when Maria is watching my dog that he is in great hands! If you need someone to walk your dog or take care of it Maria is the person to go with!

About Maria A.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know about any temper issues and/or if they are skittish of strangers.

A typical day

I am in school full time, and I babysit three days a week. My schedule is pretty flexible, and will be spending a good amount of time with your pet. Overnight stays: I will wake up, depending on when the owner feeds their pet in the mornings, feed and play with the pet. After the pet has eaten, I will take the pet on a walk until their business has been completed, and then we will have some more play time before I leave for work, school, etc. Depending on my work or school schedule that day, I will come back in the middle of the day to let the pet outside to do their business. When I return home at the end of the day, I will take the pet out to do their business, and then will feed them dinner (depending on if the owners feed their pet dinner). We will then have some play time to wind down before bed. Drop-in visits: Due to my flexible schedule, I can stop in multiple times per day to feed, play with, and walk your pet. I will not leave until I am satisfied that your pet has done their business and are calmed down. Dog walking: As stated above, due to my flexible school and babysitting schedule, I can come by multiple times per day to walk and play with your pet. I will not leave until I am satisfied that your pet has done their business and are calmed down. I love being outside, and am very active- I used to run cross country. So if you'd like me to walk your pet for longer than 30 minutes, I am more than happy to do so.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Maria can watch in your home

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

About Maria A.

Communication

80% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour

Skills

16 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet

I would like to know about any temper issues and/or if they are skittish of strangers.

A typical day

I am in school full time, and I babysit three days a week. My schedule is pretty flexible, and will be spending a good amount of time with your pet. Overnight stays: I will wake up, depending on when the owner feeds their pet in the mornings, feed and play with the pet. After the pet has eaten, I will take the pet on a walk until their business has been completed, and then we will have some more play time before I leave for work, school, etc. Depending on my work or school schedule that day, I will come back in the middle of the day to let the pet outside to do their business. When I return home at the end of the day, I will take the pet out to do their business, and then will feed them dinner (depending on if the owners feed their pet dinner). We will then have some play time to wind down before bed. Drop-in visits: Due to my flexible schedule, I can stop in multiple times per day to feed, play with, and walk your pet. I will not leave until I am satisfied that your pet has done their business and are calmed down. Dog walking: As stated above, due to my flexible school and babysitting schedule, I can come by multiple times per day to walk and play with your pet. I will not leave until I am satisfied that your pet has done their business and are calmed down. I love being outside, and am very active- I used to run cross country. So if you'd like me to walk your pet for longer than 30 minutes, I am more than happy to do so.

Location

Glen Ellyn, IL

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Maria A.

Glen Ellyn, IL

2 reviews