Maria A.
Philadelphia, PA
I love pets! Flexible, fun, loving
Pet care experience
I love pets! I recently bought a house and I work remotely, so I have a lot more flexibility for hosting pets. I am also open to house sitting for you and your plants! I worked in a dog daycare a few years ago...it was the best job I ever had! (and I've had a lot of jobs.) I left the dog daycare when I started college, but always wanted to get back into pet care. I've house sat and pet sat for friends, and I want to take pet care to the next level. I treat all dogs like they're my own--with love and affection and attention to their wants and needs! I do love Philly and am often out and about exploring so much the city has to offer. I love bringing pets with me on my adventures, and this often involves interacting with other dogs on leash and dog park dates with my friends! I charge holiday rates for dogs that do not get along with other dogs as this helps account for the loss of opportunities to host other dogs in my home. I have experience administering medication, preparing special meals, walking leash reactive dogs, enforcing specified training, and more.
Reviews
ziggy loved his time with maria! i'm new to the area and was nervous about finding a sitter i can trust. i was able to enjoy my wedding knowing that ziggy was well taken care of. I got plenty of pics and ziggy enjoyed time inside and outside. thank you!
Ivy had a great time during her stay! I received pictures daily while I was away and felt completely at ease knowing she was so well taken care of! Thank you!!
Stella had a great stay with Maria! She sent pictures of the pups playing and updated me throughout her stay. Her enclosed yard is a definite plus for the dogs to burn off some energy! Stella came home so tired! Would definitely recommend her and will be using her again for future trips.
Great experience, Roxie was well cared for.
About Maria A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Every dog is different— please let me know what additional accommodations your pet needs and we will ensure that all pets have what they need.
Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet
Is she/he good with other dogs? Other humans? Kids? Any preferred routines? Dietary restrictions? Any treats that are forbidden? Are you working on any commands together? Are behaviors different on leash vs off? At dog parks?
A typical day
We will have dedicated exercise time in the morning and evening every day. Sometimes these are long walks in the neighborhood, playing fetch in the backyard, or trips to the dog park. Cobbs Creek and Fairmount Parks are walking distance from the house and I love to walk dogs out there.
Services
Maria can watch in your home
Availability
I work from home, so my work schedule is fairly flexible, and having I'm always looking to incorporate more movement into my day. What better way to do so than with your four-legged best friend? When I am in meetings, your pet will have the option to hang out in the fenced yard— there are many squirrels to chase in my double lot!
About Maria A.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
Every dog is different— please let me know what additional accommodations your pet needs and we will ensure that all pets have what they need.
Information Maria A. would like to know about your pet
Is she/he good with other dogs? Other humans? Kids? Any preferred routines? Dietary restrictions? Any treats that are forbidden? Are you working on any commands together? Are behaviors different on leash vs off? At dog parks?
A typical day
We will have dedicated exercise time in the morning and evening every day. Sometimes these are long walks in the neighborhood, playing fetch in the backyard, or trips to the dog park. Cobbs Creek and Fairmount Parks are walking distance from the house and I love to walk dogs out there.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Maria A.
Philadelphia, PA