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Maria F.

Brick, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
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ONE DOG AT A TIME BOARDING 🐶❤️

Pet care experience

Hi, We are Maria & Mike! We only take 1 dog at a time in our home with a fenced in yard and give them the unconditional love and attention they may need and deserve. We are both embracing retirement by dedicating ourselves to full-time dog care! When your pet stays with us, they are never alone, receiving lots of attention and love. Animals have always held a special place in our hearts. From dogs and cats to fish and birds, our lives have been enriched by their companionship. I have volunteered with animal rescues, and together, we have experience with dogs of all ages, breeds, and sizes. I am also a Reiki Practitioner for people and animals. I have worked with many dogs, cats, and horses included, giving them Animal Reiki Healing for anxiety to calm them to put them more at ease; help to ease their pain and improve their quality of life.

Reviews

Barbet R.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 12, 2024
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Maria came for a first drop in visit with my puppy Zoey. Zoey took to her immediately and showed no hesitation when they left for their walk. Maria shared with me how she communicates and asked lots of questions about what I would like for my little girl. It was a great visit! I know Zoey looks forward to seeing her again!

Diana B.
Mar 06, 2024

Just wanted to give a HUGE shoutout to Doggie Zen Den for taking amazing care of my senior pup, Copper, while we were away! My 14-year-old Vizsla can be a bit particular, but they treated him like royalty. I especially loved receiving daily updates with hilarious pictures and videos throughout the day. Seeing Copper having so much fun and getting extra cuddles and hugs really put my mind at ease. If you're looking for a loving and attentive place for your furry friend to stay while you're away, look no further than Doggie Zen Den! You won't be disappointed!

Denise M.
Dog Walking • Feb 27, 2024
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Maria loves dogs & is warm & friendly! Maria & her husband came to walk Wyatt Sunshine in a timely manner, went for a nice walk. Wyatt Sunshine was a happy camper … & so was I!! I booked Maria to walk Wyatt Sunshine bc i had to be away from home for over 4 hrs. I was nervous ofc bc Wyatt is a recent Rescue & it was our 1st time hiring someone. Maria & her husband came the day before for a meet & greet. They were friendly with my dog & he liked them too. They also asked great questions & i felt comfortable with them. Next day, They came on time, took Wyatt Sunshine for a nice walk. We were happy& I wd definitely book Maria again when i need help!

Christie O.
Doggy Day Care • Dec 20, 2023
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Maria and her husband were absolutely AMAZING!! This was my first time leaving my dog alone for the day with someone, so of course I was nervous how she would be in someone else’s home. Maria helped calm her down and did a great job making her feel comfortable. She sent me adorable pictures of Ruby by the Christmas tree and sleeping on the couch. She said Ruby was well behaved and I was so glad that she helped to make this a less stressful experience for both me and the dog. I would 100% recommend her for a short or longer stay or any of your needs, she can handle it all! I could tell right away by her amazing personality and calming personality that she was the perfect fit. I will definitely be booking with her again and recommending her to anyone I know. Thanks Maria!

About Maria F.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog is always with someone and is never alone as we do this full time. Their safety is our #1 priority, and we provide comfort, enjoyable playtime with lots of space to roam freely. We feel the deep connection between humans and their beloved pets, so we offer them the unconditional love they need and deserve. Your dog is not just a pet; they are family, and we treat them as part of ours as well. In fact, we feel as if we are surrogate parents while in our care allowing you the peace of mind that your furry loved one is in good hands while you are away. Whether we are spending time with your dog in our home or your for Overnight Stays or Drop-In, we ensure the comfort and safely for your fur baby. Our home is a haven—a tranquil space where your pet can relax and feel at ease. With a fenced-in yard there is plenty of room for them to roam freely. We have an inviting in-ground, as well as a baby pool, so they are nice and cool during the warmer months. Our spacious home is very Zen and ensures a comfortable stay, with cozy rugs adding warmth to the wooden floors. And yes, your pet is welcome on our couches and beds for some quality snuggle time. After all, who doesn't love a good snuggle? If your dog is crate trained, we have a big crate if needed. We understand the challenges some dogs face, whether it's separation anxiety or fear of fireworks. As a Reiki Practitioner, I give your furry loved one some Animal Reiki Healing which tends to calm and relax them to make them more at ease. Be rest assured, your dog’s well-being is our top priority. We are comfortable administering oral and injectable medications; we are CPR-certified, background-checked, bonded, and insured.

Home

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

Information Maria F. would like to know about your pet

Let us know if your pet has any special needs, has anxiety or is on a special kind of diet. Also, some people like their dogs to go for longer or shorter walks. We prefer an initial meet and greet to establish a connection for comfortability. After all this is your fur baby and we want you to be comfortable and confident that he or she has the best care while you are away. If you have any questions please contact us and we will respond quickly. We look forward to meeting and caring for your loving fur babies.

A typical day

If your dog will be staying with us, we are early morning risers and love morning cuddles before going outside for their morning walk or in the fenced in backyard. After breakfast, we will go for a walk in our quiet neighborhood of Lake Riviera part of Brick or go to a local park, a hiking trail or to the dog beach weather permitting. We enjoy afternoon and evening walks followed by some playtime and cuddles. For Drop-In care, we will provide snuggles, play time, let them out and have them run around a bit or walk them and feedings with clean water.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$85per night
House Sitting
in your home
$100per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$25per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$45per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$22per walk

Maria can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Maria can watch in your home

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

Availability

I am retired and love spending time with dogs. My very flexible schedule allows me to board at my house or yours, do drop-ins, day care and dog walking. I only sit for one dog or one dog family at a time so we are able to provide that one on one care that your dog deserves.

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Calendar last updated 3 hours ago
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About Maria F.

Communication

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

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your dog is always with someone and is never alone as we do this full time. Their safety is our #1 priority, and we provide comfort, enjoyable playtime with lots of space to roam freely. We feel the deep connection between humans and their beloved pets, so we offer them the unconditional love they need and deserve. Your dog is not just a pet; they are family, and we treat them as part of ours as well. In fact, we feel as if we are surrogate parents while in our care allowing you the peace of mind that your furry loved one is in good hands while you are away. Whether we are spending time with your dog in our home or your for Overnight Stays or Drop-In, we ensure the comfort and safely for your fur baby. Our home is a haven—a tranquil space where your pet can relax and feel at ease. With a fenced-in yard there is plenty of room for them to roam freely. We have an inviting in-ground, as well as a baby pool, so they are nice and cool during the warmer months. Our spacious home is very Zen and ensures a comfortable stay, with cozy rugs adding warmth to the wooden floors. And yes, your pet is welcome on our couches and beds for some quality snuggle time. After all, who doesn't love a good snuggle? If your dog is crate trained, we have a big crate if needed. We understand the challenges some dogs face, whether it's separation anxiety or fear of fireworks. As a Reiki Practitioner, I give your furry loved one some Animal Reiki Healing which tends to calm and relax them to make them more at ease. Be rest assured, your dog’s well-being is our top priority. We are comfortable administering oral and injectable medications; we are CPR-certified, background-checked, bonded, and insured.

Home

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

Information Maria F. would like to know about your pet

Let us know if your pet has any special needs, has anxiety or is on a special kind of diet. Also, some people like their dogs to go for longer or shorter walks. We prefer an initial meet and greet to establish a connection for comfortability. After all this is your fur baby and we want you to be comfortable and confident that he or she has the best care while you are away. If you have any questions please contact us and we will respond quickly. We look forward to meeting and caring for your loving fur babies.

A typical day

If your dog will be staying with us, we are early morning risers and love morning cuddles before going outside for their morning walk or in the fenced in backyard. After breakfast, we will go for a walk in our quiet neighborhood of Lake Riviera part of Brick or go to a local park, a hiking trail or to the dog beach weather permitting. We enjoy afternoon and evening walks followed by some playtime and cuddles. For Drop-In care, we will provide snuggles, play time, let them out and have them run around a bit or walk them and feedings with clean water.

Location

Brick, NJ

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Maria F.

Brick, NJ

5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews