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Maria P.

Haight-Ashbury, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
•260 reviews
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Work from home company for pets!

Pet care experience

Just so you know a bit about me, I was born 1971 and have worked remotely as an insurance auditor since 2014. I enjoy working out 6 days/week so taking your pets for walks is not a problem! I have owned Jack Russell Terriers since 2001 so I am experienced with the breed. I've taken care of dogs, cats, farm animals, small pets like guinea pigs and even a bearded dragon. When in doubt, just ask!

Cat care experience

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I love my kitty customers!

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

Reviews

Kate R.
Dog Walking • May 17, 2025
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Maria is the best! She cares so much, communicates often and clearly and is super reliable. Cannot recommend her enough.

Barbara & Clara B.
Dog Walking • May 13, 2025
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Maria goes above and beyond in her caring for our little pooch !

Barbara & Clara B.
Dog Walking • May 08, 2025
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Thank you for your continuing care!!

Tc C.
House Sitting • Apr 20, 2025
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Our dog is high maintenance but Maria can handle her!

About Maria P.

Communication

108 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Please let me know the following so that your pet has the proper care: - Are times flexible (can you give me a window of time)? - How long can your pet be left alone? If they cannot be left alone for less than 4 hours then I am probably not the ideal sitter for you although I may be able to make exceptions. - How do you handle keys? - How is the parking, in case I decide to take my vehicle instead of walking/biking/scooter/bus options? If I take my scooter there, is it OK to bring it inside for secure storage? If that is an issue then I can use a Baywheels bike as I have an annual membership.

Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet

Due to high demand, my radius is 1 miles for dog walks & kitty visits. Additional $5 charge per visit if it's over that distance and additional $10 charge per visit if it's over 3 miles. A separate trip to pick up or drop off keys will incur an extra charge of $5 per trip - unless you are on my way to another customer's home or less than 1 mile away. Please be sure to fill out your pet's profile prior to requesting a service in order to expedite the booking and so that Rover guarantee covers all of your animals during my services. I will not accept pets with aggression or high anxiety issues. I cannot accept outdoor kitties due to liability reasons.

A typical day

I'm a semi-retired triathlete taking time off from racing so I can focus more on work and do some traveling out of the country. My daily exercise is walking (includes walking your dog which is a win win) and I'm usually content getting at least an hour in daily.

Services

House Sitting
in your home
$79per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
$35per visit
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$38per walk

Maria can watch in your home

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

Availability

I work remotely so I'm at home quite a bit except for when I'm outdoors working out (walking, biking, swimming), occasional dog walking/visiting kitties or running an errand.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Maria P.

Communication

108 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

Please let me know the following so that your pet has the proper care: - Are times flexible (can you give me a window of time)? - How long can your pet be left alone? If they cannot be left alone for less than 4 hours then I am probably not the ideal sitter for you although I may be able to make exceptions. - How do you handle keys? - How is the parking, in case I decide to take my vehicle instead of walking/biking/scooter/bus options? If I take my scooter there, is it OK to bring it inside for secure storage? If that is an issue then I can use a Baywheels bike as I have an annual membership.

Information Maria P. would like to know about your pet

Due to high demand, my radius is 1 miles for dog walks & kitty visits. Additional $5 charge per visit if it's over that distance and additional $10 charge per visit if it's over 3 miles. A separate trip to pick up or drop off keys will incur an extra charge of $5 per trip - unless you are on my way to another customer's home or less than 1 mile away. Please be sure to fill out your pet's profile prior to requesting a service in order to expedite the booking and so that Rover guarantee covers all of your animals during my services. I will not accept pets with aggression or high anxiety issues. I cannot accept outdoor kitties due to liability reasons.

A typical day

I'm a semi-retired triathlete taking time off from racing so I can focus more on work and do some traveling out of the country. My daily exercise is walking (includes walking your dog which is a win win) and I'm usually content getting at least an hour in daily.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Maria P.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Maria P.

Haight-Ashbury, CA

5 out of 5.0 stars
•260 reviews