Hello, I'm Maria! I am a third year vet student at Cornell and graduate of the University of Notre Dame (go Irish!). Simply, caring for animals brings me joy. I care for my own dog, two cats, and four chickens, and I've been pet-sitting and dog-walking for 11 years. I have about 2000 veterinary experience hours in various settings, including Cornell's Companion and Large Animal Hospitals, a local equine ambulatory service, and an Army veterinary clinic. I also have spent hundreds of hours socializing dogs and cats in various animal shelters. I can be counted on to give your pets the care and attention they need, from administering medication to taking them on a walk and/or run. I have experience administering subcutaneous fluids, as well as experience caring for diabetic pets. In my free time, I enjoy playing the piano, watercolor, hiking, working out, baking vegan treats, and spending quality time with my family and pets! I generally have class on weekday mornings and afternoons. However, I am typically available for lunchtime drop-ins near Cornell, in addition to house-sitting overnight during the week and on weekends. At a client’s home, pet-sitting entails the usual walks, cuddles, and feeding, as well as medications, if necessary. At my home, I have a large fenced-in yard that is perfect for a dog!