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Maria P.

OTTAWA, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews
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Ready to walk, run, and play!

Pet care experience

Looking for an energetic dog walker?! I am responsible, reliable, and will give your dog all my attention and love. I enjoy long walks at sniffing-dog pace and trotting-dog pace. I have been a dog mom to a loveable friendly Yorkie and sweet and affectionate Shit Tzu, who have passed over the rainbow bridge. My dogs have been my best friends and I will treat your dog with the same tender loving care. I am happy to brush / bathe your dog. I have also been a catsitter, in the past, for a friend who travelled frequently. Send me a message so we can meet and determine if I'm a good fit for your pup. Currently available on an occasional basis. Happy to catsit and care for other pets as well

Reviews

Lisa L.
Dog Boarding • Aug 25, 2023
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This was my first time using Rover so I was nervous for my dog and myself. Maria offered for a quick meet to ensure it was a good match. My dog instantly felt comfortable with her. Maria is so sweet and patient. My dog started making himself at home, playing with her dog toys, jumping for joy, laying down and rolling around. I felt reassured instantly that he’d love it there. Maria provided lots of pictures and updates, and that really helped so I could be worry free. She took him out for long walks, and made friends in the neighbourhood. She was so kind to let him stay longer because of circumstances. Her daughters are very calm, sweet and playful. They read him bedtime stories, gave him lots of attention and play :) I highly recommend Maria. I’m so glad Whiskey had so much fun there. He missed them as well. I would definitely have Whiskey stay there again. Thank you Maria!

Julianne P.
Dog Boarding • Jul 04, 2023
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Maria took fantastic care of our two dogs. We received daily updates and photos, and they were very well loved and exercised. We will definitely be sending our dogs to her again in the future and highly recommend her care!

Julie P.
Jun 18, 2018

Maria's love, care, affection and respect for all living creatures is a pleasure to watch. She interacts in a extremely caring way with her beloved dog, Tiny. Her dog handling skills are top notch. I know Maria reliably takes Tiny for walks a few times a day. He is a very affectionate and happy little fellow. Maria is a very disciplined individual who takes her work responsibilities very seriously. I am certain she would be very well liked by pets and their human families. Maria's warm, fun loving and kind nature would be an asset to your business.

Mary P.
Jun 17, 2018

Maria has cared for dogs since 1999 when she took her Gizmo to Ottawa with her when she attended University. She gave up residence to have her dog living with her. Gizmo was a lap dog and fitted in nicely with her lap top and her studies. They completed University together. They shared over 11 years together. Maria also cared for her mother's dog Lucky at times. She has adopted a lost dog named Tiny the Terror and he has fitted into the family nicely for 4 years. Maria loves to walk and walking dogs comes naturally to her. She gives her dogs lots of freedom, enjoyment and love with special walks, games and quiet times. Equally Maria has been an excellent mother and caregiver and all the children love little Tiny as he is so much a part of this family. Any dog will become a part of her extended family at times shared together. She will be committed to caring for your dog with patience, love and kindness.

About Maria P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
84% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When I am boarding pets I am home all day. Pets will get plenty of exercise and pee breaks, and can make themselves comfortable on the furniture. I am happy to bathe and brush furry friends.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet

I like to know your dogs daily routines for exercise and meals. Is there anything unique about your dog I should know? Does your dog get along with other dogs?

A typical day

Toys, fetch, treat hide and seek, exploring neighbourhood parks, and plenty of belly rubs and pats. Walks or runs, I am up for either. Chill time in hot weather.

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
CA$18per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
CA$18per walk
Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY

Maria can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time

Maria can watch in your home

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

Availability

During the summer months I offer care to pets. I am home all day and I am able to meet their needs around the clock.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Maria P.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
84% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

When I am boarding pets I am home all day. Pets will get plenty of exercise and pee breaks, and can make themselves comfortable on the furniture. I am happy to bathe and brush furry friends.

Home

Lives in a house
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet

I like to know your dogs daily routines for exercise and meals. Is there anything unique about your dog I should know? Does your dog get along with other dogs?

A typical day

Toys, fetch, treat hide and seek, exploring neighbourhood parks, and plenty of belly rubs and pats. Walks or runs, I am up for either. Chill time in hot weather.

Location

OTTAWA, ON

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Maria P.

OTTAWA, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
•4 reviews