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Maria V.

2 years of experience
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Maria V.

2 years of experience

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Highlights

Enhanced background check
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Fenced Yard In Nice Neighborhood

Hi! I'm Maria! The first thing you need to know about me is that I love hanging out with dogs. I enjoy getting to know their unique personalities, giving them love and snuggles and treats (when appropriate, of course!). I'm happiest when taking them for walks or for play time at the local dog park. Dogs are pure joy! I have an 12 year old son who also loves animals and is dying to have a dog sleep at the end of his bed at night. We are not able to have one of our own at the moment, so we care for your dog like it is our own. I am firm and make sure that all dogs know the house rules, and have successfully had as many as three dogs from different families in my care. These have included dogs that are a handful or have had problems getting along with other dogs in the past. I understand the need for assertive leadership and setting consistent boundaries, which dogs need to feel safe especially in new settings. We have a large fenced yard for lots of doggy romping and exploring. We live near an off-leash dog park. Often, I spend my weekends hiking with a dear friend and her Boxer, Khloe, who we take to the 1,000 acre off-leash dog park. This could be a possibility if there is a long-term relationship built between me and your dog. It's important to me to provide the best care possible for your pet, so I would love to set up a meet and greet with both of you! My son and I are so excited to meet fellow dog lovers and their furry friends. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Qualifications

50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
2 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Christopher S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 21, 2018

This was my first time leaving my dog with anyone after just getting her a few months ago, so I was definitely nervous about stuff (like using Rover), but Maria was super helpful in walking me thru stuff, having us come over the week before to check out the house and meet each other and putting all my worries to rest as I ironed out last minute details. She was also really flexible with my schedule since I had to add another day at last minute before I left and then my flights got delayed on the way back. But ultimately what matters is my dog had a great time hanging out at Maria's house and I'll 100% be using her the next time I have to go out of town.

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Hunter G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 25, 2018

Maria is fantastic and my dogs had a great time! Maria is the kind of person you ought to expect to have watching your little ones when you use Rover - communicative, respectful and kind to you and your pups, truly cares about dogs and meets their needs well and flexible to make sure your personal experience is as good as your dogs’. All around amazing service and such a sweet person. Will be using Maria again!

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Jeremy R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Nov 09, 2018

Great and super patient with our pup

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Diana A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 25, 2018

This is our second time using Maria, and she is fantastic! We were running late after some car trouble, and she was super accommodating. Will def be using her again!!

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Shane H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 12, 2018

Maria was so sweet to have our pups last minute and took great care. They seemed very happy at pick up! Thanks!

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Megan C.
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Boarding • Sep 03, 2018

Maria was so sweet and communicative. I was nervous leaving Noah for the first time, but she took great care of him and kept me updated on how he was doing. Maria will be my go-to anytime I need to board Noah for the night. Thank you, Maria!

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Calendar and availability

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
Children 6-12 years old
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

A typical day

When your pet is in my care we'd hang out at home, play in the back yard, walk to school with my son and go visit the dog park (assuming he's a social pup). There would be a lot of snuggling on the couch as well. And, of course regular meal times and treat snacks!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
I would like to know how your dog behaves in new settings, what their schedule is like and what I can do to provide the best care for them. I also would like to know how they get along with children, because my son will be at home as well.
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