Maria M.
Hermosa Beach, CA
The South Bay Cat Lady! 🐈🐅🐆😻
Pet care experience
Hi there! Do you have a cat (or multiple cats!) who need some love and attention while you’re away? I’m your girl! I have a deep love for cats, and always have since I was a kid. I believe each and every kitty has a unique personality, and I love getting to know and understand them. 😻 When I first moved to the South Bay and was looking for pet care, I turned to Rover. I noticed the app had a shortage of folks who mentioned kitty care in their profiles, let alone exclusively / preferably cared for cats. I wanted more than just the bare minimum (feeding, changing water, some petting / playtime)…I wanted someone who, in my absence, would give my cat the same (or more!) attention and love as I do! I figured that the other South Bay kitty owners might felt similarly, so I decided to set my inner cat lady free and become a part-time kitty sitter! I strive to provide both kitties and their owners with 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 five star service, and have a solid track record of doing exactly that! Please read my reviews to see for yourself! When you book with me, you will get an abundance of 📸 pics, as well as 📝 detailed daily written updates on: YOUR HOME 🏡: I will check in and around your house to make sure everything is working safely / as it should. If you need me to do small things, like water plants or bring patio cushions / furniture inside, I gotchu! MAIL & PACKAGES💌📦: I will check for mail & packages, bring them inside, and send pictures of each item. FOOD🍽🍚: I will work with you to understand your kitty(s) eating habits and schedule, and provide updates on if / how much they eat during my visit. I will also manage the amount of treats / catnip they get. WATER🚰💧: I will make sure your special kitty water cup, fountain, or bowl is filled to the brim with fresh water each day. I will update you on if / how much they are drinking. LITTER & POTTY🚽💩💦: I will scoop however many litter boxes you have, as regularly as you want / need. Seriously. I will search for and clean up and hair balls or puke. It doesn’t phase me, I promise you I’ve seen some things 😵💫. KITTY TIME😻🐈: Depending on your kitty(s) personality, I will find the best / right way to interact with them. I am big on building trust and not stressing animals out. As such, my approach to kitty time usually evolves over a few days. Regardless of personality, I ALWAYS make contact with kitty(s) during visits to ensure they are safe and healthy. If needed, I will happily do some of the less fun but important tasks – give medicine, wipe goopy eyes, brush fur, untangle matted fur, etc.
Reviews
Maria is the ABSOLUTE BEST. So communicative and reliable. I felt like my kitties were being loved on just as if I was home ❤️ she left thorough notes on each of her visits and plenty of photos so I knew my kitties were safe and healthy. I cannot thank Maria enough for the peace of mind she was able to give me during the holidays. I will definitely rebook with her!
Maria was quick to respond to my request, communicative and positive. I really appreciate her detailed bio on her profile which helped me know what to expect when considering her for cat sitting and I love that she has cats of her own. At the walk through visit my cats bonded with her right away and I felt comfortable leaving them under her care. Maria left very thorough notes summarizing each visit and lots of pictures which is my favorite part. Thank you so much, Maria!
Maria is absolutely our favorite cat sitter and I am SO glad she is back on the app. Her reports are incredibly thorough, she’s very communicative, and sends heaps of photos. Our senior kitty loves her! Can’t recommend her enough.
Maria always goes above and beyond- thank you!!
About Maria M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only provide drop in services, so I make sure to understand your rules, concerns, and preferences. For instance, I want to know if your kitty has a tendency to rush towards an open door, if certain rooms are off limits, or if your furniture needs to be protected. I want to know all the special / unique / particular way you do things with your pets in your home..please don’t worry if something you ask for or prefer seems “crazy”, we are all a little obsessive behind closed doors! 😹 Again, my objective is to make you and your pet feel as relaxed as possible! 🧘🏽♀️😸
Information Maria M. would like to know about your pet
Please LMK if your cat has any special needs or unique behaviors! For instance: - Social style: some cats are shy and hide for the first few visits...some are territorial and should be given space until they are comfortable with a new person...and some are immediately excited for a new friend and more attention! - Eating: does your cat like to have company or be left alone during meal time? are they allowed to have treats, and if so how many? - Indoor / outdoor: can your cat go freely inside and outside, or do they live strictly in one place?
A typical day
I provide drop in care for cats. I will use whatever toys you have to keep your kitty entertained, and will make sure to adjust my approach to align with their social style (some cats love to play and be pet the moment they meet new people, others take time to warm up)! I will make sure they eat and drink water, and sit with them during meal time if it makes them comfortable. I often find myself staying beyond the requested time because I want your pet(s) to have company and feel comfortable around me!
Services
Maria can watch in your home
Availability
This is something I do selectively in addition to a full-time job. I work from home (WFH) & provide care outside of standard working hours (on weekdays, before 8am / after 5pm). I will work with you to determine what time(s) I can drop in, and will communicate if there is any shift in schedule. If you require rigid visit times and are not okay with a +/- 30 minute shift in schedule, we may not be the best fit.
About Maria M.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I only provide drop in services, so I make sure to understand your rules, concerns, and preferences. For instance, I want to know if your kitty has a tendency to rush towards an open door, if certain rooms are off limits, or if your furniture needs to be protected. I want to know all the special / unique / particular way you do things with your pets in your home..please don’t worry if something you ask for or prefer seems “crazy”, we are all a little obsessive behind closed doors! 😹 Again, my objective is to make you and your pet feel as relaxed as possible! 🧘🏽♀️😸
Information Maria M. would like to know about your pet
Please LMK if your cat has any special needs or unique behaviors! For instance: - Social style: some cats are shy and hide for the first few visits...some are territorial and should be given space until they are comfortable with a new person...and some are immediately excited for a new friend and more attention! - Eating: does your cat like to have company or be left alone during meal time? are they allowed to have treats, and if so how many? - Indoor / outdoor: can your cat go freely inside and outside, or do they live strictly in one place?
A typical day
I provide drop in care for cats. I will use whatever toys you have to keep your kitty entertained, and will make sure to adjust my approach to align with their social style (some cats love to play and be pet the moment they meet new people, others take time to warm up)! I will make sure they eat and drink water, and sit with them during meal time if it makes them comfortable. I often find myself staying beyond the requested time because I want your pet(s) to have company and feel comfortable around me!
Location
Hermosa Beach, CA
Pets
Maria M.
Hermosa Beach, CA