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Mariana M.

Alameda, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Mariana can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat

Mariana can care for

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work fully remote. I prioritize my work life balance around the care of our furry friends. I am happy to adjust daily and weekly routines to prioritize their care needs.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Mariana M.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We are in a new community in Alameda. It is extremely safe with lots of outdoor area to explore and walk with our furry friends. I prefer to keep pets in our home but we can certainly be flexible on care needs. Feel free to reach out and let us know how we can best support you and your family.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mariana M. would like to know about your pet

I do not have breed preferences. All furry friends welcomed here! I would like to know if a dog is prone to bite, or scares easily. It is also always helpful to know how to calm our furry friend and show them love.

A typical day

Dog parks are great, but they are not for all dogs! I love walking our furry friends along Robert Crown Beach Park and throughout safe neighborhoods. If owners are comfortable, we enjoy hikes in the East Bay or checking out Beaches like Fort Funston or Pacifica Beach. We frequent Point Isabel and the Alameda Dog Park.

Location

Alameda, CA

Mariana M.'s Neighborhood

Calm, Loving, & Trusting Dog-Family

Pet care experience

Hi! I am a full-time professional with expert training in trauma-informed care and response. I have worked with victims of sexual violence, child abuse neglect, and led healing practices. I consider myself highly organized, dependable, and extremely fun. I am a single parent of an incredible 16-year old. I grew up on a large plot of land, with walks of animals from all aspects of life. I personally have raised Nik-Nik (my Calico), Thomas (Dutch rabbit), Murphy (Cocker Spaniel), Winston (Yorkshire Terrier), Holtmann (Hound), Melvin (Guinea Pig), Finley (Hamster), Pluto (Canary), and our most recent family member Siri (Husky). Prior to moving to California, I completed a service course with our dog, Finnegan O'Reilly. Finnegan O'Reilly has served as an emotional support animal to some clients in immediate crisis and assisted with calming efforts to those in need. We unfortunately lost our sweet Finnegan O’Reilly July 4, 2023. I have cared for my friends animals for as long as I can remember as well. I am the go-to 'hey can you walk my dog/they need a bath' friend. I would say I have a true passion for all animals, and creating a loving environment for them as part of the family. We have a dog park within walking distance of our complex and a park at the end of the street. We often hike, or check out the beaches in the area with our dog visitors. We welcome other animals to our home as well - just message us! We truly enjoy providing a safe, fun, and active space for animals to be free when away from their immediate family. We look forward to serving your family!

Reviews

Timothy E.
Boarding • Aug 11, 2025
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I’m blown away! Our dog requires a bit of extra work due to some medical issues. We found it difficult to find a ‘rover’ willing to put in the extra effort to take care of our little guy and thankfully, it led us to Mariana & Julian. They put us to ease immediately. The organization, care, communication and love we received truly blew us away and Baxter simply thrived in their household.

Nick H.
Boarding • Jan 19, 2024
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Mariana and Julian are amazing. Felt so comfortable with them watching my dog. Would highly recommend and will use again

Shannon J.
Boarding • Jan 08, 2024
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My family had an unexpected trip out of town and needed a sitter for your dogs. Mariana and her son were amazing! I get nervous when other people watch our boys because they can be a lot, but they loved their time with her! After getting home the boys were passed out after all the walks 🤗 We got some amazing pictures of the boys each night with a quick recap of their day. In addition, Mariana loves animals and was clearly well educated on dog behavior! Even our nervous dog loved her right away! If you are nervous about leaving your fur baby, pick Mariana and you will rest easy knowing they are in professional and loving hands. Will most certainly use her again!! Thank you Mariana and your son for taking such good care of our crazy boys!

Thiago J.
Boarding • Dec 26, 2023
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Mariana was an amazing caregiver for Maggie. Her responsiveness and regular updates, complete with several photos, kept me connected and reassured. Mariana went above and beyond in keeping Maggie active and happy, showing genuine love and attention. Highly recommend her exceptional, loving service!

About Mariana M.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

We are in a new community in Alameda. It is extremely safe with lots of outdoor area to explore and walk with our furry friends. I prefer to keep pets in our home but we can certainly be flexible on care needs. Feel free to reach out and let us know how we can best support you and your family.

Home

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mariana M. would like to know about your pet

I do not have breed preferences. All furry friends welcomed here! I would like to know if a dog is prone to bite, or scares easily. It is also always helpful to know how to calm our furry friend and show them love.

A typical day

Dog parks are great, but they are not for all dogs! I love walking our furry friends along Robert Crown Beach Park and throughout safe neighborhoods. If owners are comfortable, we enjoy hikes in the East Bay or checking out Beaches like Fort Funston or Pacifica Beach. We frequent Point Isabel and the Alameda Dog Park.

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Mariana M.

Alameda, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews