maria alexandra v.
Norwalk, CT
No Ruff times, just happy pet time!
Pet care experience
I'm from Colombia, and there I had different pets that my family and I rescued through the course of 12 years, birds, parrots, iguanas, cats, dogs. I moved in 2018 to the US., lived basically a year in a pet free environment and couldn't make it longer like that. Because of that, my husband and I went to Colombia, got my two dogs that were with my family, Arya & Kathy (AKA the girls) and brought them with us to the US. And they come with us everywhere that they are allowed! Teaching things to the girls, playing with them, going for walks (and spoiling them a little) is a big part of our lives, and I can surely say that your pet would love being with us because he/she/they would certainly feel part of our family! <3
Reviews
Alexa was absolutely wonderful with Mocha. She is very pleasant and clearly loves dogs...Mocha took an instant liking to her, which is rare. Alexa communicated really well and as a bonus also sent us some amazing photos of mocha!
Alexa was amazing! We felt so at ease leaving for the weekend knowing that she was there taking care of our 2 dogs. Alexa was so responsive, professional, and went above and beyond to send frequent pictures and videos. She is so kind and you can tell she really loves animals! Would 110% recommend!
We were comfortable with Maria Alexander from the moment we met her, and we left confident about her commitment to care for them. She went over and above in caring for our pups and exceeded our expectations in every way. She took responsibility to learn as much about them as she could before we left, and she communicated frequently and thoroughly about them. When it appeared a snow storm might interfere with our return, she checked in with me to see if they would need her to check in on them. She also checked in later that night to be sure we arrived home. In taking care of them, she also took care of us. She is a treasure!
Maria Alexandra was an awesome pet sitter!! We were fairly new to Rover and she was so reassuring that our Wrigley would be in good hands…and boy was she right!! Maria Alexandra was very loving and attentive to Wrigley. She would play and hang with him and she made sure he had his nightly biscuit!! Maria was great about keeping us abreast of Wrigley’s day. She took plenty of photos and videos and sent them to us each day. Maria Alexandra was the perfect house guest !! She is very loving and will adore your pet as if they were her own!! We highly recommend Maria Alexandra !!
About maria alexandra v.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a big dog safe terrace, and two fur babies to keep your dog(s) company when they board with us! We don't really crate the girls, instead we have a metallic foldable gate that we set when we both are out so they don't feel the anxiety of been close to the door, but instead they get to be on their space with beds, bowls, & the living room (couch and puff chair) for them to hangout! When I'm home (the 80% of the time) they can walk around the whole apartment, join me on the couch or my office set up or just chill on their beds. We also have a dog spa in our building that allow us to shower, dry and groom them easier and faster in case your baby is in need of one! When dog sitting, I'll make sure to follow your instructions and to help your baby not feel alone!
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Information maria alexandra v. would like to know about your pet
I have done the craziest dog walking you could ever imagine, I want to believe I am prepared for anything. But, having previous notice of behaviors would make things way more easier in case a situation is presented, for example, does your dog want to follow squirrels? or does he/she/they get defensive when new people are approaching? do they like kiddos? are they friendly to other dogs outside?
A typical day
Hey Hey!! As a photographer I love going out and explore places and potential spots for sessions, so if you give me permission I'll bring your baby for nice car rides & walks in really scenic places, either a nice park, a cute walking path, a field of some kind, or we can just go for walks around your place or a doggie park and play some fetch or anything your dog loves to do! I can adjust and find options to whatever you would like for - your fur baby & me time - looks like! :)
Services
maria alexandra can host
maria alexandra can watch in your home
Availability
I'm currently a full time photographer, I edit and do social media management from home, so I'm basically around most of the time, if I have to go out for a shoot it won't be longer than 3 hours, and if it is a big event - it would more likely to be at night or the weekend when my husband is home. He works full time, some days at home, some others at the lab. We live in an apartment and have a huge terrace, there we have a pee-potty station for the girls for when it's too cold or rainy and it's hard to go for a walk! - I am a morning rooster, get up at 5 am, let the girls out or take them out for a walk around our building, offer them breakfast and with hubby start getting ready for work. I stay home and take them out every 3 hours, then a longer walk at noon before lunch and another long walk when hubby comes back from work around 6pm, then we offer the girls dinner. During the day, I need to take short breaks for my eyes and hands, and I use that time to decompress playing with the girls (+ your fur baby), and after our dinner and chatting about our day we all cuddle on the couch or play with the craziest squeaky toys haha!
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About maria alexandra v.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a big dog safe terrace, and two fur babies to keep your dog(s) company when they board with us! We don't really crate the girls, instead we have a metallic foldable gate that we set when we both are out so they don't feel the anxiety of been close to the door, but instead they get to be on their space with beds, bowls, & the living room (couch and puff chair) for them to hangout! When I'm home (the 80% of the time) they can walk around the whole apartment, join me on the couch or my office set up or just chill on their beds. We also have a dog spa in our building that allow us to shower, dry and groom them easier and faster in case your baby is in need of one! When dog sitting, I'll make sure to follow your instructions and to help your baby not feel alone!
Home
Information maria alexandra v. would like to know about your pet
I have done the craziest dog walking you could ever imagine, I want to believe I am prepared for anything. But, having previous notice of behaviors would make things way more easier in case a situation is presented, for example, does your dog want to follow squirrels? or does he/she/they get defensive when new people are approaching? do they like kiddos? are they friendly to other dogs outside?
A typical day
Hey Hey!! As a photographer I love going out and explore places and potential spots for sessions, so if you give me permission I'll bring your baby for nice car rides & walks in really scenic places, either a nice park, a cute walking path, a field of some kind, or we can just go for walks around your place or a doggie park and play some fetch or anything your dog loves to do! I can adjust and find options to whatever you would like for - your fur baby & me time - looks like! :)
Location
Norwalk, CT
Pets
maria alexandra v.
Norwalk, CT