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Maria N.

Sparks, NV

5.0 out of 5 stars
•71 reviews
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Cat-friendly dogs welcome

Pet care experience

I love taking care of animals and have a lot of experience doing so, including vet school for a year and a job doing animal care, and I have a PhD in biology. I have 4 cats so if you want me to take your dog into my home, your dog will have to be good with cats. I work at home, so I can spend a lot of time with your pet and give he/she lots of potty breaks if that is what they need. They will be treated as I treat my own pets. We adopted a dog in March 2017. She is a Great Pyrenees mix and is OK with strange dogs at dog parks but can be cranky with new dogs in her home, which is her job as a Pyrenees. This stops after a day or so,and we have many clients who she adores and she becomes very protective of them. However she is not a fan of German shepherds or pit bulls, so I feel it is best not to accept those breeds. I am reliable and honest. I've gone through a background check with Rover, so I won't steal your stuff if you want me to take care of your dog in your own home. I will come out to your house free of charge before the arranged date to meet your animals (take care of cats too, fish, birds, whatever) and get instructions from you. I cannot stay overnight, due to my responsibilities at my own home, but I will come visit with your pet, feed, walk, cuddle and make sure your house is OK while you are gone. Fees are per visit for coming to your house, and I will take care of multiple pets for the same price. This may end up cheaper that someone who charges per pet.

Reviews

Austen Rose K.
Dog Boarding • Mar 26, 2024
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My dog Benny loves trips to Maria’s, and he always comes home tired. She sends lots of photos and a very thorough update daily. Thank you for taking such great care of Benny.

Celine V.
Dog Boarding • Mar 16, 2024
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Maria was a great caretaker of Milo. We received daily updates which we always looked forward to, and he came back looking happy and healthy. I would return to Maria—thank you!

Teri E.
Dog Boarding • Sep 07, 2023
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Will definitely return!

Nape J.
Dog Boarding • Aug 29, 2023
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Maria was a most wonderful host for Gordie. She is enthusiastic, responsive and deeply cares about those entrusted to her care. Lots of adventure, many updates and just the best boarding experience.

About Maria N.

Communication

49 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I don’t currently do house sitting because of my responsibilities at my own house. I take care of clients like I do my own animals, treating them as family. I believe in lots of love, attention and exercise. Mostly clients will stay downstairs, so my cats can have the upstairs to themselves. I never leave my own dog and clients together unattended. I always will put my dog upstairs, clients downstairs when I leave the house. We also have a pet gate on our porch, to prevent escapes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Maria N. would like to know about your pet

If you want me to host, your dog will have to be good with cats! Even though they will be separated, things can happen and I don't want my cats chased. I would like to know if they are allowed treats, have any allergies or medical conditions, things to watch out for, and who is their vet.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I drive to various areas near the house so I can walk my dog off-leash, so it would help if your dog likes cars. One area is near the gym on Disc drive Wedekind Park), Pah Rah Park, Disc Park and trails nearby. Your dog's sleeping arrangement: Where ever he/she wishes downstairs. I keep clients downstairs with a barrier, so the cats have a break since some of them are very shy of new dogs. Time I'll spend with your dog Since I work at home (4-5 days a week), I will spend most of the day with your dog. I do go out to grocery shop, etc., and my 2 sons (19 and 23) will be home on weekends and evenings when I am out, but I am never gone for long.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$30per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$30per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
$22per day

Maria can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old

Maria can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work at home on a computer so I’m home a lot and your pets will be well attended to and not left alone for hours.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Calendar last updated 12 days ago
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Maria N.

Communication

49 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

6 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I don’t currently do house sitting because of my responsibilities at my own house. I take care of clients like I do my own animals, treating them as family. I believe in lots of love, attention and exercise. Mostly clients will stay downstairs, so my cats can have the upstairs to themselves. I never leave my own dog and clients together unattended. I always will put my dog upstairs, clients downstairs when I leave the house. We also have a pet gate on our porch, to prevent escapes.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has caged pets
Has 1 dog, has cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture

Information Maria N. would like to know about your pet

If you want me to host, your dog will have to be good with cats! Even though they will be separated, things can happen and I don't want my cats chased. I would like to know if they are allowed treats, have any allergies or medical conditions, things to watch out for, and who is their vet.

A typical day

Here's where we'll take our walks I drive to various areas near the house so I can walk my dog off-leash, so it would help if your dog likes cars. One area is near the gym on Disc drive Wedekind Park), Pah Rah Park, Disc Park and trails nearby. Your dog's sleeping arrangement: Where ever he/she wishes downstairs. I keep clients downstairs with a barrier, so the cats have a break since some of them are very shy of new dogs. Time I'll spend with your dog Since I work at home (4-5 days a week), I will spend most of the day with your dog. I do go out to grocery shop, etc., and my 2 sons (19 and 23) will be home on weekends and evenings when I am out, but I am never gone for long.

Location

Sparks, NV

Maria N.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Maria N.

Sparks, NV

5.0 out of 5 stars
•71 reviews