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Maria S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Maria S.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $25 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Snuggles, Walks & Happy Tails!

I’ve worked closely with both dogs and cats for several years, primarily through fostering and rescue efforts. I’ve fostered numerous dogs—including full litters of puppies—which taught me a lot about patience, routines, and the importance of safe, nurturing care. I also rescued two families of dogs during a harsh February cold front and ensured they made it safely to a rescue where they eventually found loving homes. While I haven’t administered medication yet, I’m a fast learner and would be more than willing to follow instructions carefully if needed. I treat every animal with compassion, respect, and the care they deserve.

Cat care experience

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Gentle, Attentive, and Cat-Savvy

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

Qualifications

50% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

When I care for pets, I treat your home and your animals with the utmost respect. I follow feeding, medication, and walk schedules exactly as instructed. I make sure your pet gets the love, play, and downtime they need. Safety is always my top priority—I monitor pets closely and make sure they’re in a secure, comfortable environment at all times.

Ratings and reviews

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Candace M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • ott 21, 2025

Maria did a fantastic job taking care of CoCo for us. She sent updates and pictures keeping us informed. She’s a very nice person. We will be using her again!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Pet care is a natural part of my daily routine—I truly enjoy spending time with animals. I work from 1 PM to 7 PM Monday through Friday, so I’m available for pet care before 1 PM and after 8 PM on weekdays. My weekends are fully open and flexible, but I do ask for at least a week’s notice for any weekend bookings. I’m reliable, communicative, and happy to tailor care to fit your pet’s routine—whether that means early morning walks, evening feedings, or weekend visits.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Maria can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
It’s helpful to know your pet’s temperament, daily routine, medical needs, and how they react to new people or animals. Do they have favorite toys? Are they nervous during storms or around strangers? I also appreciate knowing about any allergies, feeding instructions, and what comforts them if they feel anxious. The more I know, the better I can make their experience smooth, stress-free, and fun!
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.