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Maria M.

Lexington, NC

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

Maria can host

16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
No females in heat

Maria can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

Working from home every other week helps to keep a life balance where I am here most of the time. With the teenagers who assist and my husband, we work as a team.

Available
Not available
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About Maria M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Walks, attention, feeding, playing and general routine care. This really depends on the situation and pets needs. We have a yard and we have the ability to crate if needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs, 6 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Maria M. would like to know about your pet

I am open to just about any dog high or low energy, high or low maintenance. Please provide age, if they are spayed or neutered, and experience with other dogs and children.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks Walks through our little subdivision. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In my home of course! If Aurora has her way, the couches are fair game as well. Bedding can be provided. Ultimately for the protection and safety of all animals, they are requested to the dog room (with my dogs or alone with bedding). Time I'll spend with your dog I am home most of the day, where we can play, cuddle, and just chill. If I am not owners are notified that another family member will take my place. I think its important to keep them active so they look forward to the interactions later.

Location

Lexington, NC

Maria M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Family is more than Human

Pet care experience

** Important: ** All bookings must be current on all vaccinations. No exceptions. A portion of all rates for my profile is donated to the K-9’s for Vets and Wounded Warriors! This provides service dogs to our Veterans. Because we understand that your dog is more than just a pet... We are a family home looking to help provide the best care for your furry family member. Taking care of your pet, just like our own, is a family affair. Especially for our children, it teaches responsibility amongst other things. We specialize in Husky and Husky-mixed breeds! Feeding schedule (2-3 times per day depending on requirement) and constant available fresh water. For Drop-In Care: My daughter is my assistant. She learns by working with me and earns part of whatever is paid. About this sitter: I am a middle aged mom of three with extensive experience with animals. I work from home every other week. We homeschool our teenagers who help participate in the care of our own pets and those that come to temporarily be part of our family. Why I love dog sitting: I grew up with dogs all of my life. My family has had dogs of every breed from Irish Setters to wolf hybrids. My parents bred Irish Setters for a short time, and we forever had strays that were being taken in and found homes for. I have trained my own dog in basic obedience and started Service Dog training for additional control - all backed up by an experienced trainer. Meet my pets: At almost 13, Aurora is our elderly female husky mix who is often all too happy to show you she knows how to say her own name and how spoiled she really is. Phoenix is a 5 year old red husky who has never growled at another animal or human a day in her life. Seems like she is always smiling and loves everyone. Magnus - a 18 month old Husky/Malmute mixed breed; he is high energy and utterly a loving boy who enjoys his puppy friend.. Eessa - Mags puppy friend. Supposedly a Shepard mix it is hard to tell, she’s only 5 months old. Cats: Chaos, Squishy, Emily, D’Artagnan, and Andromeda 2 Sugar Gliders who are kept in their cage, separate from other animals. Multiple chickens and turkeys; as well as other birds kept indoors as pets. About my yard: We are on 2 acres of forested land with a 30 x 30 enclosed area for the dogs. My experience administering medication Yes. As a mom to children and furry family members as long as the instructions (dosage and timing) are provided, this is not an issue. Again: All bookings must be fully vaccinated.

Cat care experience

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

Reviews

Lushanya M.
Dog Walking • avr. 07, 2026
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Thanks Maria!

Megan V.
Drop-In Visits • janv. 06, 2026
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Amazing with our puppy, as always! Maria is our favorite.

Megan V.
Drop-In Visits • déc. 07, 2025
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Phenomenal as awlay

Megan V.
Drop-In Visits • oct. 20, 2025
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Maria is great. We’re so pleased, and Lexi has taken to her! Highly recommend.

About Maria M.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

Walks, attention, feeding, playing and general routine care. This really depends on the situation and pets needs. We have a yard and we have the ability to crate if needed.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 4 dogs, 6 cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture

Information Maria M. would like to know about your pet

I am open to just about any dog high or low energy, high or low maintenance. Please provide age, if they are spayed or neutered, and experience with other dogs and children.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks Walks through our little subdivision. Your dog's sleeping arrangement In my home of course! If Aurora has her way, the couches are fair game as well. Bedding can be provided. Ultimately for the protection and safety of all animals, they are requested to the dog room (with my dogs or alone with bedding). Time I'll spend with your dog I am home most of the day, where we can play, cuddle, and just chill. If I am not owners are notified that another family member will take my place. I think its important to keep them active so they look forward to the interactions later.

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Maria M.

Lexington, NC

4.9 out of 5 stars
18 reviews