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Maria D.

Star Sitter

Meriden, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
157 reviews
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Services

Maria can host

0 to 15 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Availability

Taking care of pets is my only job. I'm always home for them. If I have an appointment there is always another adult home with the pups.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Maria D.

Communication

78 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pups are allowed on furniture. I have toys for the pups. I have a big fenced in yard where the pups and run and play when outdoors. On rainy days, we are couch potatoes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Maria D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pup needs medication or has special needs. If there is a special diet condition. If your pup is deaf, blind or has mobility problems, I need to know. I will need you to provide proof that your dog has current vaccinations against Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. Please have vaccine records on hand. Please note that bordetella vaccinations are not automatically given by most veterinarians unless requested, so you will want to double-check your paperwork prior to coming in for the evaluation. Because we are introducing your dogs to our pack all vaccinations must be present and up-to-date.

A typical day

Our day starts around 6:30 am, that is our first potty break of the day. Weather permitting, we have several potty breaks a day. Breakfast is between 7 am and 8 am. Dinner is between 6 pm and 6:30 pm. We have our last potty break around 8:30 pm or 9 pm.

Location

Meriden, CT

Maria D.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Maria D. 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 love animals, animals love me!!!

Pet care experience

My name is Maria and with my husband Humberto, my boys Vincent and Brandon and my mother Julia would love to watch your dog(s). As pet owners, we want to make sure that our furry family members are well taken care of and in us your girl or guy will find affection, fun and attention. I have had dogs all my life and taken care of friends' and family members' pets. I‘m also experienced with birds, lizards, fish, rabbits and guinea pigs. We have two Yorkshire Terriers, 9 and 6 years old, an Italian Greyhound, 11 years old, and a baby shih tzu. They are great with other dogs. Currently we only board small breed dogs under 15 pounds In addition to boarding, we offer walks and drop-in visits. I have no problem doing evening hours, so if you have to work late or attend an event you can count on me to make sure your pet is taken care of. Let our family take care of your family. **PLEASE NOTE ** - At this time we are not allowing visitors into our house. I have no problems with sending photos of the inside, but we want to stay as safe as possible. Please bring your own dog food to minimize stomach distress. Please bring the food in a resealable container and we’ll make sure that your dog feels right at home. If your pet requires medication, please bring it in a safe container and if possible in its original container from your vet. ***Pick-ups and drop-offs for boarding daily from 8:00am – 5:00pm. This is my full-time job. I am with the pups day and night. In case that I need to go out, someone in my family will be available to stay with them. Pups are never alone outdoors, never. We have several potty brakes a day. If the weather is nice, we are outside playing as much as possible. We have a fenced in yard so the pups can run and play off leash. Our house is dog friendly and they are allowed on furniture and our beds. We can accommodate a maximum of 4 dogs in a day.

Reviews

De E.
Boarding • Apr 21, 2026
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María took great care of my Coco for 9 days when I went out of the country. María provided constant feedback and pictures. Coco had a lot of fun, didn’t rush to jump on the vehicle to get back home. He was very relaxed like if he just came back from vacation too. Maria was very accommodating when I had to modify the times and dates due to airline last minute changes. I’ll bring Coco back for care in the future ❤️❤️❤️

Emily J.
Boarding • Mar 01, 2026
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Maria is the best!!! We just picked up our two dogs from spending a week with her and they did great. I was a bit worried about one of them because he has a health issue and needs medication, but Maria took care of it all, no problem. This was our first booking with Maria. About 10 days before our trip we did a meet and greet and the dogs took right to her. When we dropped them off for the actual boarding, they were so excited to see where they were that they just ran right to Maria and wanted to go right inside without even giving me a backwards glance. Throughout the week, Maria sent pictures and updates. And then when I picked them up, they looked clean, healthy and happy and were not desperate to leave like they have been at other places. I completely recommend Maria and will definitely be contacting her again in the future.

Fr. Bechoi S.
Boarding • Feb 19, 2026
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Wonderful! She goes the extra mile!

neurorehabot
Boarding • Jan 13, 2026
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Maria took good care of our Denver so well. She kept us updated with pics and little notes. It’s our first time using Rover and we’re happy to have Maria as our first sitter. Thank you!

About Maria D.

Communication

78 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

28 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Pups are allowed on furniture. I have toys for the pups. I have a big fenced in yard where the pups and run and play when outdoors. On rainy days, we are couch potatoes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 5 dogs
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Maria D. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your pup needs medication or has special needs. If there is a special diet condition. If your pup is deaf, blind or has mobility problems, I need to know. I will need you to provide proof that your dog has current vaccinations against Rabies, DHLPP, and Bordetella. Please have vaccine records on hand. Please note that bordetella vaccinations are not automatically given by most veterinarians unless requested, so you will want to double-check your paperwork prior to coming in for the evaluation. Because we are introducing your dogs to our pack all vaccinations must be present and up-to-date.

A typical day

Our day starts around 6:30 am, that is our first potty break of the day. Weather permitting, we have several potty breaks a day. Breakfast is between 7 am and 8 am. Dinner is between 6 pm and 6:30 pm. We have our last potty break around 8:30 pm or 9 pm.

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Maria D.

Star Sitter

Meriden, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
157 reviews