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Maria C.

Star Sitter

Houston, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews
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Services

Maria can care for

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

Availability

I'm an army veteran, and have my own small business, meaning I'm always in charge of my own schedule. I have 2 dogs and 2 cats, but they know mom needs to go out and they are OK with that.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Maria C.

Communication

23 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I always make sure I understand if they like to run to the door when it's opened or if they hide so that I can know in advance what to expect and be sure no pet tries to escape. I also make sure I know if they like to steal things from counters or something of the sort so I know to be more careful about those situations and that they can always be safe.

Information Maria C. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if they have any special needs, diets, scape tendencies so that I can make sure I can address any concern every time I'm visiting

A typical day

I do believe it depends on the dog and what exactly the temperament is like, some dogs like to just go out for a walk, some like to fetch a ball and some just love to be petted. I'm in for any and all of those activities.

Location

Houston, TX

Maria C.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Maria C. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

I Will love your pet

Pet care experience

I'm an animal lover, I have always being around animals since I was born, as if that wasn't enough animals in my life I decided to study biology to know everything I could about animals and how they behave. I volunteer for a long time at the Houston zoo and a Texas wild life rehab center as a vet assistant. I love making pets feel loved, I'm a believer that animals have feeling and spending time with pets and having playing time will reassure them that we love them. I like to walk and play with dogs and other kind of pets, I'm willing to go to your home and take care of your pets so that they feel comfortable with what they know and what's theirs.

Cat care experience

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Maria's pet care

Maria also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Judy A.
Drop-In Visits • May 06, 2026
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First time I have used Maria and it went really well. I requested additional services and she was able to accommodate me. I will be using her services again!

Marla C.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 30, 2026
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María is absolutely wonderful. The dogs love her.

Cassie C.
Dog Walking • Oct 21, 2025
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Maria is fantastic!! She was able to handle my two large dogs for daily walks and they absolutely loved her. She was very easy to communicate with, and friendly and personable during our conversations. I’m so grateful to Maria for helping me through a very rough time. She made my two dogs very happy while I could deal with personal issues. Thank you Maria!! Daisy and Chestnut send lots of hugs and kisses

Christopher R.
Drop-In Visits • Oct 11, 2025
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The best Walker ever!! Recommended unreservedly!!

About Maria C.

Communication

23 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

17 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I always make sure I understand if they like to run to the door when it's opened or if they hide so that I can know in advance what to expect and be sure no pet tries to escape. I also make sure I know if they like to steal things from counters or something of the sort so I know to be more careful about those situations and that they can always be safe.

Information Maria C. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if they have any special needs, diets, scape tendencies so that I can make sure I can address any concern every time I'm visiting

A typical day

I do believe it depends on the dog and what exactly the temperament is like, some dogs like to just go out for a walk, some like to fetch a ball and some just love to be petted. I'm in for any and all of those activities.

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Maria C.

Star Sitter

Houston, TX

5.0 out of 5 stars
27 reviews