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Maria L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Maria L.

5.0 out of 5 stars
2 repeat clients
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Sunny Side, Long Island City, NY

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
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Cat and dog sitter🥰

My name is Maria Francisca (I go by Fran), and I’ve been taking care of dogs since I was little. As an adult I’ve adopted three cats, which has given me experience and knowledge to a “new” kind of pet! (They’re so cute 🥰). My in-laws travel frequently, and I find myself visiting often to take care of their pets as well; they have a dog and three cats! My experience also includes going out for walks, giving medicine to both dogs and cats, and making sure they’re all well taking care of💖.

Cat care experience

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Your kitty will be in great hands🥰

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

Qualifications

2 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

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Trina B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 25, 2026

Very responsive and very kind! Will continue booking with Maria.

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Esme
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 21, 2026

Amazing as always!

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Esme
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 23, 2026

Best family in the world to leave your pets with!

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Trina B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 27, 2026

Very attentive and kind. Will be coming back again!

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Esme
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Mar 23, 2026

My dog had been poorly the night before I dropped him off with Maria, which made leaving him hard, but Maria was wonderful. She reassured me that he and my cat were in good hands, kept a close eye on him, and kept me up to date. No matter what happens, I know I can trust her with my pets.

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Esme
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 19, 2026

Once again Maria was amazing. Daily updates and photos and the knowledge that my cat and dog were being loved like part of the family. I'm already booking my pets next stay with her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a student and I’m most of my time at home. Always making sure to go out for a morning walk, afternoon, and evening depending on their needs. When it comes to cats, playing with them is very important to stimulate their needs!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 3 cats
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I currently live in an apartment, and also have three cats. It is spacious, and they’re friendly with other pets (dogs as well). It is very important for me to make sure your pet also feels comfortable in the new environment they would be at.

Pets

A typical day

Stimulating both dogs and cats through playing is very important for me. Usually, people tend to think cats don’t need any sort of stimulation, but keeping their prey instinct active is important for their mental and physical health! When it comes to dogs, making sure they feel safe in their environment, and playing with them throughout the day, as well as taking them out for walks (which is so fun💖)!

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Maria can host up to 2 pets per night
Please let me know of any special needs your pet requires. My main focus is to make sure your pet feels safe and taken care of, as I know new environments (and people) can be hard to adjust 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.