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Maria S.

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Maria S.

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Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Scout's Friends Dog Boarding

Hi there! I provide a great home for my critters and kids, and there is always room for friends - furry and otherwise. I work from home, so I am available to give lots of time and attention to each pet's needs. I was a professional dog trainer for over 10 years, and my philosophy was relationship based. I like to reward what I do want, and make the right things easy, which minimizes stress. Usually only one dog will be booked at a time, but I will take in two to three if they are from the same family. Being that I have resident kids, dogs and a cat that are all accepting and kind to other dogs, at this time I can only take dogs that reciprocate the good will.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Andrea S.
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Doggy Day Care • Sep 13, 2025

My dog loved thier time at Maria’s. She is super responsive and took such good care of my 10 months old puppy and 4 year old doodles. My dog were happy and tired from all the fun they had. Would absolutely use Maria again.

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Christianne D.
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Boarding • Apr 24, 2017

Maria took excellent care of our dog Koda. It was wonderful to go on vacation and know Koda was also having a great time. He got regular walks, played with and was pampered. We will happily take Koda back next time we need a dog sitter.

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Tanis G.
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Boarding • Apr 07, 2017

Sydney had a fabulous time at Maria's house. Sydney and Maria's dog Scout had lot's of fun playing and running around Maria's acreage. It was so nice not having to worry about Sydney, we knew she was well cared for at Maria's. I would recommend Maria for your dog's vacay. We will use Maria again.

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Helen B.
Feb 06, 2017

Maria seems to love all dogs and lives on a fantastic property with plenty of space for the dogs to run around and play. Her entire family loves to have furry visitors - they looked after my 'big' dog recently and he came back so relaxed, in fact I think he wishes he could stay there because he was showered with lots of attention! I'd certainly recommend her and would hope that she would look after Dzul for me again in the future. Thanks Maria for giving me peace of mind so I could enjoy my vacation!

Missy M.
Feb 06, 2017

You cannot find anyone better than Maria to care for your pets of almost any kind! She has been involved with all kinds of animals (including owning and operating her own dog training business). She is very knowledgeable about every kind of pet from dog,to cat, to horses etc. She has cared for my pets repeatedly over many many years, and she is amazing! No one, except for you of course, will love and care for your pets better than Marie. When we go out of town, I NEVER give my pets a second worry when I know they are with Maria. I HIGHLY recommend Maria for any pet services you require; your pets will thank you!

Alan B.
Mar 26, 2014

To whom it may concern; Maria Slough. Maria, is my sister in law, and as long as I've known her, (40+ yrs) she has been "one" with all animals. I've never met a person with so much compassion for all animals .. check out her facebook page, you'll find lots of animal connections. You'd be doing your pet a favor leaving them with Maria!

Calendar and availability

Schedule

I am currently working part-time, out of my home, so I have lots of time for my favorite pastimes, which is spending time outdoors and engaging with critters.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 2 dogs, 3 cats
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

My pets have always been a priority in my life. I’ve created an enriched environment to keep their minds and bodies active. They live full lives so when it’s time for them to chill out and relax, they do so happily.

Pets

A typical day

When walking in town I make lots of time for them to get in sniffs and follow what interests them. A dog that is stimulated mentally is often more tired out than a dog that is just physically exercised, so we make sure to do both. When at my acreage, they get lots of free time to hunt and play in 6 fenced acres.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs or if there are any health or behaviour issues I should be aware of.
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