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Maria M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients
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Maria M.

5.0 out of 5 stars
15 repeat clients

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from $38 per night

Highlights

Maria has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication

Pet care experience

Your babies are our day 🫶🏽

Available all holidays. I work with people and their pets consistently. I have a background in the medical and paralegal field . We can accommodate any pup , any situation! I have had my own dog kennel for years . I’m very energetic & love animals & so does my son & family members who do this with me . I take them on walks and keep them entertained . Since i have experience whelping and with mommy dogs , i can take on any challenge . I can administer medication responsibly. Not all dogs get along with other dogs , i understand that . I have a nice insulated building with heat and ac for the dogs who really prefer their own space . It’s very nice & comfortable in there. But i do offer space in my home as well for free roam or the very nice puppy cave - lots of land !&& a great areas to play in - no roads near by . Plus a 6 ft tall fence. They gets lots of play time since I’m generally home. I Keep toys and supplies & cute fenced in areas for smaller pups as well to separate from big pups . Doggies are spoiled here, every pup gets one on one time . Plenty of space to run && play outside & in the very spacious open floor home . From big to little , they are welcome here . Experience with high anxiety pets and older dogs. Conditioned “puppy cave” in home as well for pups who like their own space but don’t want to be in the building . Prices can be discussed for multiples & long stays or in general if it is an emergency & unexpected , I’ll work with you . We put our time & care & money into what we do . This is not the only place that i promote my pet sitting business, but Rover is awesome ! Lots of experience & many references for months/weeks long stays . Can also offer grooming (special comfortable tub ) & training when needed . Our days are literally centered around the puppies we keep . They are our top priority- you will love the updates .

Cat care experience

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They are characters, we love them.

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

Qualifications

15 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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81 ratings
Jacob C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 26, 2026

Maria was awesome. Oso was so well taken care of and multiple photos and updates were sent daily

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Gilbert R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 18, 2026

Absolutely wonderful experience boarding with Maria! My dogs settled in right away and was clearly happy and well-cared for the entire stay. Daily updates with photos made me feel completely at ease while I was away.

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Alexis M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 15, 2026

Maria too excellent care of Miracle. She saw that I was nervous leaving my fur baby for the first time and assured me with text and photo updates that everything was going amazing. It got to the point where I thought Miracle might not ever want to leave lol. I really appreciate her for taking care of Miracle and will most definitely be seeking her out in the future!

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Delaney C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 07, 2026

Maria is amazing and cares for my pups like they are her own! I trust her wholeheartedly and will book with her again!

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Kayla F.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 03, 2026

Maria was very sweet and accommodating! I needed someone on short notice, and she responded very quickly to my request. I would 100% bring Athena back!

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Brianna N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jul 31, 2026

Maria was amazing she kept me updated with pics and my fur baby was so happy with her he hated to leave ! Will definitely book her again & again no questions asked !

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Schedule

I have my own animals that i have to take out and keep entertained myself . So taking care of dogs is part of my daily routine. Plus I’m home most the time so the dogs are a main focus. Gives me a lot of bonding time with my son as well . We really enjoy playing and spending time with them.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

Acres of land - not close to any roads what so ever . Perfect yard . Can free roam with supervision on the acres or play in the 6ft tall fence. Nice dog building with great heating And air . But can also have them In the house . Welcome to check both spaces out . Same exact set up. They will be let out often. And can keep dogs separated when they do not get along with other animals- i do not believe in putting multiple dogs in a playroom loose not knowing their personalities well yet - very small groups with regulars is completely ok but most pups need proper introductions before throwing them in a space with other unknown pets & an unknown new human watching- it can be very unpredictable even if your pup is super social . I keep supplies such as dog shampoo , dog treats, toys and other things that may be needed. They get lots of love and cuddles here. 6ft tall fence for the big babies . Space to run inside the home if weather is ugly.

A typical day

Depending on the age of the doggie - we play outside with other pups(NO BIG GROUPS that is a huge liability- pups can change behavior towards other pups in a different environment without their pet parent , it’s very important to watch this, one wrong bite can go a long way —proper introductions take time- once your pup is established as a regular , i will know their personality more & can put them to play with other pups that i know well ) or by themselves with human interaction like at home - such as fetch (ball machine is a hit) or just run around /take a walk in general . My yard is big and out in the country -‘option to free roam with supervision or be in the 6ft fence with supervision - lots of space to run. Also a big house so if the weather is ugly , they are allowed to play inside .

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Maria can host up to 5 pets per night
Semi schedule that you have them On for feedings and potty breaks. Any medications needed . Would like to know if they are nervous around other dogs . And also how often you would like updates. I take lots of pictures & don’t want to overwhelm any pet owners lol . Any anxiety or triggers .
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.