Maria T.
Baymeadows, FL
Samara Travella :)
Pet care experience
I have had dogs since as long as I could remember. My mom owns two dogs and I visit her quite often and she also has my two cats. I am patient, loving and personal with each animal I encounter. I love animals in general and I have a degree in biology. I really responsible and follow directions very well. I have a lot of animal care experience as well so if your dog needs medicine I am not afraid to administer it. My place is really small so I rather dog sit at your house where the dog would be more comfortable as well in its environment.
Reviews
Maria has taken care of our dogs several times recently, including for a two-week period in June. She is a conscientious and compassionate caregiver who loves our dogs and plays with them in addition to carrying out the regular caregiving tasks.
Samara saved the day! When both my dad and I were going to be gone on travel at the same time, we were at a loss for what to do. We priced out boarding in kennels, and were overwhelmed by the sticker-shock plus the stress to our pets. Samara saved the day by pet-sitting for all of our animals for a little over 2 weeks. 5 dogs (my two 100-lb malamutes) plus my Dad's 3 dogs (Ridgeback, beagle and chihuahua) AND my one cat. 6 pets total, for 2 weeks isn't easy, but she handled them perfectly! The animals adored her, she stayed with them all at our house and took immaculate care of the house. She sent us regular updates (and photos/videos) of our pets. 5-stars! You're definitely not going to get a better pet-sitter. She's a biology graduate with experience working in many animal rescue locations, from seal/sea lion rescue and release to large cats (lions and tigers). Your pet will adore her, guaranteed, and you will too!
Short version: Maria was recommended to us by another friend as we needed to be out of town for the weekend for a wedding and we couldn't take our Ninja. Ninja now loves her and we'd definitely have her dog sit again! Long version: The day before she was supposed dog sit Ninja for the weekend, she met us at our home so we could all go for an off leash walk on the beach together for an introduction. I instantly knew that she was experienced, constantly keeping an eye on his whereabouts. Afterward, she came back to the house and we had a nice long conversation about her experience which really built our trust in her ability to take care of my pup. Over the long July 4th weekend, we received daily pictures and updates every couple of hours reassuring that our dog was safe, happy and tired from playing. When we got back to Santa Barbara, it was obvious that Ninja was very fond of Maria. He also followed her commands very well. There is no doubt she will dog sit NInja again when I need to be out of town.
A friend of introduced me to Maria and told me how much fun her (5) dogs and cat had with her. Maria watched my dog for 3 days and 3 nights at my house. I met Maria a day before so she could get to now my dog and she was very responsive when contacted her. She instantly got along with my 14 month old husky. Maria sent me many updates throughout the day as well as pictures. My husky loves Maria and is excited every time he sees her. I will definitely have Maria be a dogsitter for me again.
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About Maria T.
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Location
Jacksonville, FL
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Maria T.
Baymeadows, FL