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Maria C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Maria C.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

Maria has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Dedicated and loving pet caregiver

Hello! Thanks for considering me. I have been an animal lover my whole life. My first dog was with me for 18 years and was a constant companion throughout my childhood. Recently, I lost a most beloved dog in 2021, at the age of 15. She required a lot of care through her life, having a heart murmur since she was little, to stage 4 kidney disease as a senior. Balancing her daily meditations and diet with making sure she had a high quality of life, with multiple walks and sunbathing sessions, was one of the greatest joys of my life. Throughout my life, I have helped out friends and family with overnight stays, walks and boarding. Caring for animals is something I love and cherish and I would give your pet the attention, care and love it needs.

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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36 ratings
Jeff B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 22, 2026

Maria was such a wonderful dog sitter! She provided frequent photos and updates, and it was clear our pup had a blast staying with her.

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Caitlin B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 28, 2026

Maria is the best!!! I always know my pup will be well taken care of while I am out of town!

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Kyla F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 29, 2025

I always feel so comfortable and grateful knowing my dog is being cared for by Maria!

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Desiree R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 04, 2025

Maria always takes such great care of my Sophie! They go lots of places together and she sends pics and updates regularly. I have used her services many times and highly recommend her.

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Gene L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 27, 2025

Maria gave updates every day with pictures and followed up with us on what would make our dog's experience better, and she was extremely responsive to all communication. I have to say, she's set a high bar and I think he was a little sad to leave because he had so much fun! We'll definitely be booking with Maria again in the future!

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Ken C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 15, 2025

Our doggo had a great stay with Maria. Timely communication, great updates with photos, doggo clearly had a great time. Would recommend.

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Schedule

I can adjust my schedule to fit yours. I'm extremely flexible for whatever your needs might be. I have a part time job but work remotely from my apartment and have flexible hours. So if your dog is boarding at my apartment, I will be with them the majority of the time, most likely only leaving to run small errands.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I live in a 600 square foot apartment that is suitable for a small dog. I would not recommend boarding a larger dog at my apartment. I live close to lots of parks and my area of town is very accommodating for dog walks throughout the neighborhood. I live with my husband and we both work from home. My husband is in and out of the apartment more often. I will be the one taking care of your pet.

A typical day

A typical day would be multiple walks, cuddle sessions on the couch, playing with toys, lots of pets and love. I read the energy that your dog has and go from there. If they want to play, we'll play. If they want to relax and chill, then that's what we will do. It's a dog's world!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Maria can host up to 1 pet per night
I pay attention to detail and make sure that I provide your pet with everything they need. Providing a list of things you would need from me, medications, routines is always helpful. I'm good at following rules and can adjust to what your pet is accustomed to.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.