Maria S.
Miami Beach, FL
Maria S. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Short Term Housesits Available <24
Pet care experience
Mabuhay 🇵🇭👋🏽 My name is Maria, and I grew up with family dogs from Pomeranians to Labradors. I’m currently raising a large mixed-bred sweetheart named Kayne who loves meeting new doggy-friends at the bark parks at South Pointe Park, 2nd+Washington, and Flamingo Park. I work from home as an airbnb co-host for the Miami-Dade area with Metellus Properties (SL#). We live near the ocean with a fully-fenced yard, and can host a maximum of 4-dogs comfortably in our home. 🚨 All dogs must be well-socialized with humans and other dogs. 🗒️ If you need help socializing your dog, we also offer DOGGY SOCIALIZATION TRAINING for you and your pup. Multiple session recommended. Inquire through messages. Our goal is to create a safe and secure environment at-home, on the streets, and in dog parks for doggies of all shapes and sizes. We believe consistent patience and training is key to long-lasting improvement in dog’s behavior. Responsible doggy socialization makes for happy doggies. 🌸🌸🌸 🐶 PUPPY CARE AVAILABLE 🐶 — pawfect for pups under 1-year old — recommend multiple recurrent sessions to best see improvements in puppy training — specialized care and training included when booking for your puppy for walks, boarding/daycare, and/or house-sitting 🐶 8 - 16 weeks 🐶 📍 exposure to environment ✔️ surroundings: traffic noises, public areas, and passersby of all ages and shapes ✔️ activities: transportation, car rides, and other dogs of all sizes ✔️ body handling: for grooming and other forms of handling, such as teeth brushing or checking for ticks 📍impulse control ✔️ commands: sit / stay / lie-down ✔️ positive reinforcement (praise > treats) ✔️ good habits : sit before meals, no begging for food, asking > demanding attention 🐶 > 6-months 🐶 📍polite play ✔️ commands: stop / drop it / no biting ✔️ know when to stop (and can follow the “drop it” command), what’s off-limits, and understand what “no biting” means ✔️ should know which household items are toys for playing and which objects are not 📍house training ✔️ crate training — positive associations with the “safe space“ through treats, praises, and games ✔️ paper/ indoor training — living in apartments or condos, your dog’s toilet area most likely will be a public place, you might want to limit your puppy’s exposure until he’s fully vaccinated 📍being alone 📍continued impulse control 🐶 > 1-year old 🐶 📍 basic behaviors — ✔️ sit / stay / lie-down ✔️ recall (esp. off leash) ✔️ loose leash walking ✔️ drop-it / leave-it 🌸🌸🌸 🐕 SENIOR DOG CARE 🐕 — extra special care for older paws ✅ soft, cozy dog bed and surfaces ✅ more frequent potty (as needed) ✅ rug and carpets for extra grip ✅ gentle grooming 🔲 doggy steps upon request
Reviews
Maria is so sweet! You can tell she loves dogs and is super attentive to the dog's needs. She is patient and kind and goes above and beyond to meet expectations. By the end of the walk, Blue wanted her to rub his tummy endlessly, and she so happily did. Would 100% recommend :)
amazing!!
Maria is amazing and took great care of my 2 fur babies. Will absolutely book again
Maria took wonderful care of Sunny. Sunny loved her time with her. Maria would send us updates and took wonderful care of Sunny. I highly recommend Maria!
About Maria S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
HOUSE SITTING (Hourly Rate) : at-home care and company at client’s home with their pet DROP-INS: includes one (1) pet feeding + water change, and one (1) pee-break WALKS: 30-minutes around scenic streets in the local neighborhood, and dog-park for well-socialized pets
Information Maria S. would like to know about your pet
Kindly inform me of any allergies, correctional/reactive behaviors, past traumas (dog bites/fights/etc.), medication and/or special needs, socialization with other dogs and/or humans, and favorite treats.
A typical day
Twice daily walks to Bark Parks on SPP, 5th&Washington, 6th&Alton, 14th&Michigan. Flamingo park offers doggy obstacle course with separate small or big dog areas. Dog park games may include fetch ball/stick, tug-of-war with sticks, catch-me-i-have-the-stick, and doggy sprints.
Services
Maria can watch in your home
Availability
As an airbnb co-host, I generally am on-call remotely between 8am to 8pm; and, on occasion, I have extended hours until 12am for check-in days. We’re typically more busy during the weekends from Thursday to Saturday between 4pm-7pm. For WALKS/DROP-INS, I normally start as early as 8am or as late as 8pm. Outside of those hours, you may request an earlier/later time with a small gratuity for off-hours. You can book me same day with at least 3-hrs lead time before the walk. No meet and greet required.
About Maria S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
HOUSE SITTING (Hourly Rate) : at-home care and company at client’s home with their pet DROP-INS: includes one (1) pet feeding + water change, and one (1) pee-break WALKS: 30-minutes around scenic streets in the local neighborhood, and dog-park for well-socialized pets
Information Maria S. would like to know about your pet
Kindly inform me of any allergies, correctional/reactive behaviors, past traumas (dog bites/fights/etc.), medication and/or special needs, socialization with other dogs and/or humans, and favorite treats.
A typical day
Twice daily walks to Bark Parks on SPP, 5th&Washington, 6th&Alton, 14th&Michigan. Flamingo park offers doggy obstacle course with separate small or big dog areas. Dog park games may include fetch ball/stick, tug-of-war with sticks, catch-me-i-have-the-stick, and doggy sprints.
Location
Miami Beach, FL
Pets
Maria S.
Miami Beach, FL