Maria S.
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
Services
Prices include all fees.
Maria can care for
Availability
I have an opened schedule so I’m not required to be away for long hours. I can spend all the time you need me to be with your dog.
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About Maria S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I first try to make your dog feel comfortable with me. Going on walks or play time usually makes them get comfortable with a stranger faster, but others take longer. In that case, I sit next to them, do the things they like, etc., but I let them get close to me on their own time. I’ll follow their daily schedule and meals provided and make sure, at least once a day, to exercise them with walks or running around the backyards to avoid being too stationary.
Information Maria S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs/instructions or allergies . Any behavior that I can account for, their anxiety levels, how dependent they are of you, what things excites them (kids running, squirrels, balls) and any habits the dogs like to keep (favorite toys, playing in the backyard, etc.)
A typical day
I love to play with dogs and run/play with them, especially if they have a lot of energy or simply just play with their favorite toys to get them more comfortable and happy. Even with the dogs that are more chill, I like to give them all my attention and love and keep them moving
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Pets
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.
You leave ‘em, I love ‘em
Pet care experience
I have lived with dogs my entire life. It is easy to love dogs, but it is difficult to be patient and understand every dog's needs. Some are more energetic than others, so they need more exercise, some are shyer and need more emotional support, so I first study them and adapt to what they need and anticipate any behavior. I like to introduce myself to dogs by staying still and allowing them to sniff around because that's how they know/feel whether I'm a threat to them or not. Dogs feed off of energies, so I want to stay calm as much as possible, especially in a challenging situation. I avoid pulling the dogs and exercise is key to a calm easy-going happy walk. Important Booking Info: To help make sure we’re the perfect match, please carefully review my full pricing (including additional pet fees) before requesting a Meet & Greet. I want everything to be clear and easy for you. I reserve Meet & Greets for clients who are close to making a final booking decision, kind of like a first date when you already know you like each other! Thank you for respecting my time and professional services. Can’t wait to meet your adorable crew!
Reviews
Once again, Maria absolutely knocked it out of the park. Our 5 animals were so relaxed during the entire stay as Maria actively shared pictures and videos of everyone. She additionally provided detailed written updates to keep us informed of how everyone was doing, including the medicines that one of the dogs and the cats needed daily. We so greatly appreciated these updates and the best part is that we didn't have to ask for them. Just like the last time we had Maria house-sit, this time also she was extremely respectful of our property - the house was in much BETTER shape than how we left it and with our nearly 13 hour return travel day, it was such a good feeling knowing everything was clean, organized, washed and put away so we could just relax when we got home. Maria additionally provided the most creative, fun and detailed report cards for all 5 of our furry family members. These were so creative and fun to read and everyone got 5 stars!!! (even the corgi) :D Thank you so much to Maria for being so good with our precious fur family and our home. We hope to continue using your services in the future!
Outstanding walker!!! We LOVE the way she was with our puppy and old man. She will be our future sitter forever ♾️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Bear loves his time with Maria! Even our neighbors have noticed what a great sitter she is! Thank you.
Maria was amazing with our 3 dogs! Our regular sitters they have grown accustomed to over the years were not available and while our dogs are friendly, they have their specific quirks and needs. Maria adapted to them with ease and provided everything they needed while we were gone. It was a great relief to have someone we could trust and rely on providing such attentive care! Not only this, but she also picked up their poop from the yard every day and threw it out, left the house tidy, and collected the mound of packages we accrued over the week we were gone. Thank you so much, Maria!
About Maria S.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I first try to make your dog feel comfortable with me. Going on walks or play time usually makes them get comfortable with a stranger faster, but others take longer. In that case, I sit next to them, do the things they like, etc., but I let them get close to me on their own time. I’ll follow their daily schedule and meals provided and make sure, at least once a day, to exercise them with walks or running around the backyards to avoid being too stationary.
Information Maria S. would like to know about your pet
Let me know if your dog has any special needs/instructions or allergies . Any behavior that I can account for, their anxiety levels, how dependent they are of you, what things excites them (kids running, squirrels, balls) and any habits the dogs like to keep (favorite toys, playing in the backyard, etc.)
A typical day
I love to play with dogs and run/play with them, especially if they have a lot of energy or simply just play with their favorite toys to get them more comfortable and happy. Even with the dogs that are more chill, I like to give them all my attention and love and keep them moving
Maria S.
Southeast Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO