Maria P.
Valrico, FL
Services
Maria can care for
Availability
I am an early riser thanks to my own crew, and I work from home, so I build my schedule around pet visits and walks. That flexibility means reliable mid-day drop-ins, morning or evening walks, and timely feedings. I have my own car for quick, on-time arrivals. You can expect consistent communication, cute photo updates, and a routine that keeps your pet happy and relaxed.
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About Maria P.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety comes first with a calm, Fear Free approach. I follow your routines closely, use secure leashes, check gates and doors, and keep spaces tidy and stress free. I can give oral meds and topicals, reinforce basic training with positive rewards, and build in brain games and play for healthy engagement. I sanitize bowls, respect feeding instructions, and separate pets as needed for comfort.
Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet
Let me know of any special needs, known commands and preferences. If they have any nicknames or specific play time preferences! It totally depends on the pet and the parent :)
A typical day
Whatever play time they’re used to! I’m a big fan of engagement or puzzle toys that help stimulate the brain. For high energy dogs, depending on yard size and weather, I love a great ball throwing session!
Location
Valrico, FL
Pets
Vet Pro & Pet Lover, Fear-Free Care
Pet care experience
I have 12 years in veterinary medicine and I am a Fear Free Certified Professional. I’ve volunteered with a rescue caring for dogs, cats, and rabbits, and I’ve fostered many cats. At home I love on two dogs, two rabbits, and a bird. Medication administration, gentle handling, and enrichment are second nature. Pets in my care are treated like family, with patience, safety, and lots of love.
Cat care experience
Maria also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Maria is trustworthy and flexible! She has gone above and beyond with my cats!
Maria did a wonderful job sitting for us. She went above and beyond each day making our kitty comfortable. She even did a couple other things we needed her to do. Looking forward to having her help us in the future.
She spent a lot of time with our cats and gave awesome updates. This allowed us to relax on our vacation knowing our furry girls were in good hands!
Maria was great from the moment we met. My smaller dog, Toby, is very picky when it comes to meeting people, but he loved her right away, which made me feel confident that I made the right decision. This was my first time leaving them behind and hiring a sitter, and Maria was amazing with communication—sending photos and updates and letting me know how they were doing. It allowed me to truly enjoy my vacation without any worries. I will definitely hire Maria again.
About Maria P.
Communication
Dog skills
Safety, trust & environment
Safety comes first with a calm, Fear Free approach. I follow your routines closely, use secure leashes, check gates and doors, and keep spaces tidy and stress free. I can give oral meds and topicals, reinforce basic training with positive rewards, and build in brain games and play for healthy engagement. I sanitize bowls, respect feeding instructions, and separate pets as needed for comfort.
Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet
Let me know of any special needs, known commands and preferences. If they have any nicknames or specific play time preferences! It totally depends on the pet and the parent :)
A typical day
Whatever play time they’re used to! I’m a big fan of engagement or puzzle toys that help stimulate the brain. For high energy dogs, depending on yard size and weather, I love a great ball throwing session!
Maria P.
Valrico, FL