Maria M.
Maria M.
Contact for Drop-In Visits
from $20 per visit
Highlights
Pet care experience
Trusted Care: 36+ Five-Star Reviews
I bring over 12 years of hands-on pet care experience and have cared for 50+ animals, including horses, bunnies, turtles, chickens, dogs, cats, goats, and reptiles. My background includes rescue dogs, seniors, puppies, anxious pets, and multi-pet households. Raised around a family-run rescue shelter in Colombia, I developed early awareness of behavioral sensitivity and trauma-informed handling. I understand how to support reactive dogs, pets adjusting to new environments, and animals deeply attached to their routines. I’m confident with structured walks, medication administration, feeding schedules, and maintaining consistency — because routine creates safety. I work comfortably with high-energy breeds who need firm structure as well as senior dogs who require patience and gentle pacing. Safety, emotional regulation, and calm leadership guide everything I do. With 36+ five-star reviews, I’ve built a reputation for reliability, attentiveness, and creating environments where pets feel secure and balanced. Animals respond quickly to steady, grounded presence — and that’s exactly what I provide.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
▸▸ Meet & Greet First I require a Meet & Greet to ensure energetic compatibility and comfort before booking. ▸▸ Home Integrity Standard I maintain a clean, respectful presence in every home. Surfaces are cared for, plants are tended thoughtfully, and shared spaces are reset daily. You’ll return to a home that feels orderly and well-kept, never disrupted. ▸▸ Security Discipline Calm authority prevents accidents. ✔️ Double-check of gates and entry points ✔️ Leash inspection before every walk ✔️ Awareness of flight-risk behaviors ✔️ Structured handling of anxious animals ▸▸ Communication & Updates You'll receive consistent photo updates so you can see your pet thriving in real time. With 36+ five-star reviews, families choose me again and again because they know communication, safety, and integrity come first.
Ratings and reviews
Really appreciated how Paula exhausted my pooch! Wasn’t sure if my (typical) ball-of-fire was going to make it up the drive, when they arrived home. We (both) slept like rocks that night!
Paula is always a joy. White and Snow absolutely love her and get so excited when it’s time for their walks🐾 Paula is reliable, kind, and clearly has a natural way with dogs. She’s attentive, patient, and always makes sure White and Snow get great exercise and attention. It’s such a comfort knowing White and Snow are in such good hands, and the updates and photos Paula shares from their walks are always wonderful to see. I would highly recommend Paula to anyone looking for a caring and dependable dog walker.
Paula is so amazing with Frank and very patient as Frank is recently adopted and still getting used to walking on a leash. There has been so much improvement since Paula has been walking him! Frank absolutely loves Paula, who genuinely loves dogs, is always on time, and posts fun photos and updates from their walks 🩷🐶
Paula is a delightful person who is highly responsive, timely, clean and tidy taking excellent care of my diabetic cat Charlie as well as my house and plants. I was very grateful for her efforts and her care. I would be happy to hire Paula again. Thank you!
Paula was an incredible pet and house sitter! We felt so comfortable being away for 6 weeks knowing Paula was spending almost every moment with our little furry ones. Our house was cleaner and tidier when we returned than when we left! Our pets (two dogs and three cats) warmed up to her very easily and it was clear she bonded with and cared about our pets because she picked up on some of their silly personalities quirks and shared them with us. She regularly sent us photos and videos of our dogs and cats and communicated frequently with adventures she had been on with the dogs and questions she had. All of our plants were in great condition as well, so she clearly made sure to water them regularly. She even figured out a better system for feeding one of our dogs who has always been reluctant to eat her meals. We recommend her highly!
Paula is a 5 star sitters across the board! We booked her for 3 weeks and from the moment we left, we knew our dogs were in the best hands. They were not only well cared for, but truly happy and well-exercised — it was clear they got plenty of attention, playtime, and love. We came home to two content pups and a spotless house! On top of that, the care for our home and garden was above and beyond. The flowers were thriving, the hummingbird feeders were filled daily (and bustling with activity), and every detail was thoughtfully handled. It felt like we never left — only better. We are so grateful for the attention, responsibility, and heart that Paula put into her work. We were provided with daily updates and pictures. We would recommend her to anyone looking for truly exceptional pet and house care. We couldn’t have asked for a better pet sitter!
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Schedule
As a remote entrepreneur, I offer something many sitters can’t: consistent daytime presence. Your pet isn’t left alone for long stretches or squeezed between other bookings. My flexible work schedule allows me to integrate care naturally throughout the day. This includes: ✔️ Midday enrichment walks or structured backyard play ✔️ Consistent feeding and medication routines ✔️ Responsive potty breaks (no long waits by the door) ✔️ Calm, attentive evening companionship Because I’m home, I can adjust in real time, whether your dog needs extra exercise, reassurance during a storm, or simply quiet company nearby. My workday flows with your pet’s rhythm and their well-being.