Hi! My name is Mariah and I’ve been an animal lover my whole life! I grew up with dogs and cats, so I understand that they’re not just pets – they’re your family. If you’ve viewed my rates and have thought they were a little higher than other sitters in the area, it’s because I only accept one or two doggy guests at a time. This allows me to spend much more time with your dog and let’s me give them focused care, as opposed to having several dogs at once and playing referee to a small herd. My small business helps keep dogs feeling comfortable, just like they would feel at home. They’re able to get lots of individualized attention as well as enjoy playing with one or two other dog friends. Being raised with dogs around, I’ve experienced many different breeds and personalities and know that every dog is unique. I was a foster dog parent for about two years, and love to help the animal community whenever possible. I currently own an adorable Rat Terrier mix named Arya. She’s my whole world and I love her like crazy! I also have a cat named Rascal who is sweet, but shy. This means that any dog who stays with me must be cat friendly and dog friendly. My main goal as a pet care provider is to give you and your pet the best service possible. I want to build and maintain great working relationships with the owners and pets that I come into contact with, and would love to establish bonds and long-term routines with them. In addition to being a pet care provider, I’m also a photographer, so you can expect a lot of cute photos while your dog is in my care. Being the animal lover that I am, your dog will get lots of affection while they’re with me. I live in a single-family home with a fenced in back yard, in a family and dog friendly neighborhood, on Vashon. I work full-time at Lien Animal Clinic, which means my schedule fluctuates from week to week. I do my best to let clients know which days I will be free, and what my availability for walks and check-in visits will be. My shifts are typically ten hours long, with a one hour lunch break, which I use to let my own pup go outside to potty. Those days, I don't schedule many after hour appointments. My days off (usually three per week) offer much more flexibility for scheduling.