Maria Gabriela M.
Maria Gabriela M.
Contact for Boarding
from $50 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Responsible & experienced dog lover
I have been a dog parent for the last 13 years. I have experience with dogs with disabilities (I live with a three-legged baby, Mabel) and leash-reactive furbabies. As a sitter, I have taken care of all kinds of dogs but prefer a nice temperament if a dog comes to my home so he or she can get along with my own dogs. I am knowledgeable of dog training techniques and are observant of dog behaviors. I work from phone so your dog will rarely be alone. They will have consistent use of the yard throughout the day (under my supervision, never alone) and will have playmates in my two female dogs, Iris and Mabel (both very playful, mid-energy, mild temperament, zero dog/toy/foodnaggression, spayed, up-to-date on all vaccines).
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
I'm always nervous going out of town because our pup has some quirks. Maria was warm and welcoming and our dogs immediately hit it off. I felt relaxed the whole trip because I could see how much she loved dogs, and knew so much about their behaviors and interactions. We will definitely be booking her again!
Maria walks my two doggies when I have an extra long workday. She's been great - was on time for the initial meetup, and now sends a map a the walk they take, plus pictures and a report card! I am very happy with the peace of mind she brings and will keep booking.
Always wonderful! My pooch and I love Gabby!
Gabby was so kind and gentle with our dog, Grace. Grace really took to her and wistfully watched Gabby leave, the ultimate approval!
Gabby was so great with our dogs - we couldn't have asked for anyone better! I get nervous every time we have to leave them, but as soon as I met Gabby I knew they'd be in great hands! Both of our dogs have their own quirks and can be a little dog (and squirrel!) reactive when on a leash, but she assured us that it wasn't a problem at all! She sent us pictures daily and our dogs always looked perfectly happy and content. She even left two big dog cookies for the dogs when she left - so thoughtful! I would highly recommend Gabby - we certainly plan to use her again!
Gabby is extremely dependable, reliable and compassionate. There's no one else I would try my four-legged family members with! Gabby is a huge animal advocate and my dogs get so excited every time they see her! She loves all animals like they are her own!
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Schedule
I work remotely so I am usually home. My two dogs are super friendly and love to play. I am also able to separate dogs if needed with dog gates while still allowing for all dogs to be comfortable!
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I love dogs so it is very important to me to provide everything they need while their parents are away. I live with two dogs myself and they are my life, and I will treat your dog in the same way. As a dog mom who has used sitters in the past, I understand the importance of respecting my client's home and only spend time on site as needed to take care of your angel. My goal is to be the person I would trust to take care of my own doggies (and my expectations of sitters are *pretty* high). Lastly, I am very detailed in following rules and care instructions, no matter how irrational your friends tell you they are. My care instructions for my own dogs is 4 pages long; I understand. Please note that the only caveat to the above is if any rules are abusive toward your dog (shock collars, prong collars, hitting, pushing, choking, underfeeding, other); I will not accept the booking.
Pets
A typical day
If I am overnight sitting, I would take your dog on my own dogs' daily walking adventure, or will take them separately if that is a better fit. Throughought the day, we will go in the yard to play or hang out every 2-3 hours, but can let your dog out if they need to go outside more often. As a visiting walker, I would take your baby on fun walking adventures! It depends on your area but I hope to be able to take them to a park (though not a dog park; had a negative experience with my own dog) so they can enjoy grass and trees.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatCrate-trained dogs onlyTakes only 1 client at a timeMaria Gabriela can host up to 1 pet per night
- I do not have any breed preferences and have experience with all sizes. I would want to know, - Is your dog leash reactive? Do you have a tactic you use? - Can your dog meet other dogs while on our walks? - Does your dog like people and/or children? - Where are all their supplies? - Does the dog take treats during the walk? - Does the dog wear a special collar or harness while on walks? - Is the dog not feeling well on the day of the walk? - Does the dog get scared of construction sites, buses, etc? Is the dog okay walking on main streets or just small ones?