Maria L.
Maria L.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $18 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Dog mom of two - home full time!
I have experience caring for dogs of all ages and personalities. I’m a proud dog parent to two pups of my own: a 5 year old Miniature Pinscher/Chihuahua mix and a 7 month old Xolo/Chihuahua mix. I adopted my older pup at 2 months old and trained him from the beginning. He’s now a calm, loving, and cuddly companion. I also adopted my younger pup at 4 months old, and she has taught me the importance of patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement while raising a high energy puppy. I understand that every dog is different, and I take the time to make each pup feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Whether your dog needs playtime, exercise, patience, or extra attention, I’ll treat them like they’re my own
Qualifications
Pets
Safety, trust & environment
I live in a pet-friendly apartment community with plenty of green spaces, walking paths, sidewalks, and a small dog park where pups can safely get exercise and enjoy some outdoor time. My apartment is a calm, clean, and pet-friendly environment where dogs can feel comfortable and relaxed. I make sure pets have a safe space to settle in, with plenty of supervision, attention, and affection throughout the day. I keep my home free of hazards, maintain a consistent routine, and provide a comfortable environment where pets can feel secure and cared for. When caring for pets in their own home, I understand the importance of respecting their space, following their routines, and providing the same level of care and attention they receive from their families.
Ratings and reviews
This is Maria's brother! Over the past 5 years I have had the privilege of seeing my sister care for her own dogs and many of our friends’ pets. During this time, she has easily become the person everyone turns to when they need a trusted pet sitter. Maria is someone with an incredible amount of love, patience, and understanding when it comes to animals. She always takes the time to learn each dog’s personality, needs, and routine to make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and loved. Whether that's a playful puppy that needs extra patience, an energetic dog that needs more attention, or a pup that just needs some extra affection, she always goes above and beyond. Anyone who sees the bond she has with her own dogs knows that caring for animals is something that comes naturally to her. She treats every pet as if they were her own and gives them the same attention, patience, and love she would want someone to give her dogs. I would trust Maria with any pet without hesitation and have recommended her to several of my friends looking for a pet sitter countless times. I am confident that any dog in her care would be in the best hands.
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Schedule
I work fully remote Monday-Fri, which allows me to provide plenty of attention, supervision, and flexibility throughout the day. I currently take my own dogs on walks 3–4 times daily and make time for short play sessions, training, and cuddles between work breaks. I also maintain a consistent feeding routine for my dogs and understand how important schedules are for pets. I’m happy to follow whatever routine, feeding schedule, or care instructions you have established for your pup to help them feel comfortable and keep their normal routine while you’re away.