Mariia H.
Windsor Park, Austin, TX
Services
Mariia can host
Mariia can care for
Availability
I’m currently not working , so I have a lot of free time. Love walking and love animals, that’s why decided to try this app
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About Mariia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
To care for pets in my home or a client's home, I tailor my services to the specific needs of each pet, whether it's daily visits, overnight stays, or extended care. Here's how I approach it: Caring for Pets in “My Home”: 1. **Comfortable Environment**: I ensure a clean, pet-friendly space with plenty of room for them to play, relax, and feel at ease. 2. **Routine**: I stick to their normal routines for feeding, exercise, and any medication needs, reducing stress from being away from their usual surroundings. 3. **Supervision**: Your pet will never be left unattended for long. I provide plenty of attention, interaction, and supervision to make them feel secure. 4. **Playtime & Enrichment**: Whether it's a game of fetch or interactive play with toys, I keep pets engaged and active during their stay. 5. **Specialized Care**: For pets like brachycephalics (pugs) or larger breeds (Boerboels), I ensure a comfortable environment, watching for breathing issues or providing appropriate exercise. Caring for Pets in “Your Home”: 1. **Routine & Familiarity**: I maintain your pet’s regular schedule in the comfort of their familiar environment, from feeding times to walks and potty breaks. 2. **Respecting Your Home**: While caring for your pet, I treat your home with the utmost respect, keeping everything tidy and secure. 3. **Tailored Attention**: Whether it’s special needs, like medication or extra playtime, I adjust my approach based on your pet’s personality and requirements. 4. **Communication**: I provide regular updates, photos, and messages to keep you informed about your pet’s well-being. In both cases, I offer basic training if needed, following your pet's current progress in commands or reinforcing positive behaviors. Each visit or stay is focused on keeping your pet healthy, happy, and comfortable.
Home
Information Mariia H. would like to know about your pet
1. **Health and Medical Needs** - **Dietary restrictions**: What food and treats can they have? Any allergies? - **Medications**: Are they on any medications? If so, when and how should they be administered? - **Health conditions**: Do they have any chronic health issues? - **Vet contact info**: Have the owner's vet information and emergency contact details. 2. **Behavior and Temperament** - **Social interactions**: How do they react to other animals, people, or children? Any history of aggression or anxiety? - **Fears or triggers**: Do loud noises, strangers, or certain environments cause stress? - **Energy levels**: Are they high-energy or more laid-back? - **Separation anxiety**: Do they get anxious when left alone? How long can they be left by themselves? 3. **Daily Routine** - **Feeding schedule**: How much and how often should they be fed? - **Exercise needs**: How much physical activity do they require? What kind of activities do they enjoy? - **Bathroom habits**: How frequently do they need to go out (for dogs)? For cats, is there a litter box cleaning routine? 4. **Training and Commands** - **Basic commands**: What commands do they know (e.g., sit, stay, come)? Are they leash-trained or crate-trained? - **House rules**: Are they allowed on furniture? Any off-limit areas in the house? 5. **Favorite Toys and Activities** - **Play preferences**: What toys do they love? Do they prefer fetch, tug-of-war, or puzzle games? - **Comfort items**: Do they have a favorite bed, blanket, or toy that helps them relax? 7. **Emergency Protocols** - **Escape artist?**: Are they known to bolt or try to escape when doors open? - **Local emergency contacts**: Besides the vet, who should you call in case of an emergency (neighbors, friends, etc.)? Having this information will ensure I’m well-prepared to make your pets feel at ease and provide the best care possible!
A typical day
Since I have a strong background with both dogs and cats, I can offer plenty of enjoyable activities when watching them! Here are some fun ideas: For Dogs: 1. **Training Sessions**: Use my training skills to reinforce basic commands, while making it fun with treats and praise. I could introduce new tricks or refine old ones. 2. **Outdoor Adventures**: Depending on the dog’s size and energy, go for walks or hikes. For pugs or other brachycephalic dogs, shorter, relaxed strolls are best, while larger dogs may enjoy more vigorous exercise. 3. **Interactive Play**: Use toys like fetch balls, tug ropes, or puzzles to mentally and physically engage the dog. 4. **Cuddles and Relaxation**: Dogs often love to cuddle, so some cozy downtime is always appreciated. For Cats: 1. **Interactive Play with Toys**: Use feather wands, laser pointers, or toys that mimic prey to engage their natural hunting instincts. 2. **Exploration Games**: Create mini obstacle courses or hide treats and toys around the house to encourage them to explore and be curious. 3. **Climbing and Perching**: Cats love high places, so I could guide them to safe climbing areas or provide a window perch for them to watch the world outside. 4. **Cuddle Time**: Many cats enjoy simply sitting with their human for some quiet bonding time. I can always tailor the activities to each pet's personality and preferences!
Location
Austin, TX
Pets
Mariia H. 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.
Your Pet’s New Best Friend
Pet care experience
With years of experience caring for both small, brachycephalic breeds like pugs and larger breeds such as the South African Boerboel, I understand the unique needs of a variety of dogs. I’m familiar with the special care required for flat-faced breeds and have hands-on experience handling and training big dogs. Whether it’s administering medications, keeping a watchful eye on breathing issues, or working on basic commands, your pet will be in reliable, experienced hands.
Cat care experience
Mariia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
This was our first time with Mariia and she did great with our mobility special cats! She’s great at following instructions, receptive to feedback, reliable and responsive. She sends lots of pictures and videos to let us know what they are eating, their potty habits, if they had any vomits (which she cleaned like a pro (thank you!)), and playtime/pets and scratches! Our one cat is kind of shy and she took the time for him to get used to her with each visit until he was (quickly) comfortable being out and about! She gave our love bug cats lots of scratches and pets as he requires it, lol. We asked Mariia on short notice since our usual cat sitters were unavailable, and although we were nervous with the boys meeting someone new/adapting, she did so well we were able to relax while away visiting family! She also went above and beyond and took our trash out when she noticed our neighbors had put thieves out. You can tell she cares for the animals under her watch and we came back to a peaceful home and critters that were able to quickly forgive us for leaving. We’d recommend Mariia for your kitty needs and are very thankful we found her for our 9 day trip home. :)
Mariia is prompt, kind and trustworthy.She is professional and truly cares about our 85 lb, Buddy. She interacts and walks with him effortlessly. 5 -Stars!!!! I recommend Mariia without hesitation.
Very responsive, caring, and sent plenty of pictures! Definitely recommend!
Mariia was so helpful walking Moozie during a chaotic time in our family’s life. She was flexible and communicative. She was also very tolerant of Moozies greetings - jumping. Would recommend!
About Mariia H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
To care for pets in my home or a client's home, I tailor my services to the specific needs of each pet, whether it's daily visits, overnight stays, or extended care. Here's how I approach it: Caring for Pets in “My Home”: 1. **Comfortable Environment**: I ensure a clean, pet-friendly space with plenty of room for them to play, relax, and feel at ease. 2. **Routine**: I stick to their normal routines for feeding, exercise, and any medication needs, reducing stress from being away from their usual surroundings. 3. **Supervision**: Your pet will never be left unattended for long. I provide plenty of attention, interaction, and supervision to make them feel secure. 4. **Playtime & Enrichment**: Whether it's a game of fetch or interactive play with toys, I keep pets engaged and active during their stay. 5. **Specialized Care**: For pets like brachycephalics (pugs) or larger breeds (Boerboels), I ensure a comfortable environment, watching for breathing issues or providing appropriate exercise. Caring for Pets in “Your Home”: 1. **Routine & Familiarity**: I maintain your pet’s regular schedule in the comfort of their familiar environment, from feeding times to walks and potty breaks. 2. **Respecting Your Home**: While caring for your pet, I treat your home with the utmost respect, keeping everything tidy and secure. 3. **Tailored Attention**: Whether it’s special needs, like medication or extra playtime, I adjust my approach based on your pet’s personality and requirements. 4. **Communication**: I provide regular updates, photos, and messages to keep you informed about your pet’s well-being. In both cases, I offer basic training if needed, following your pet's current progress in commands or reinforcing positive behaviors. Each visit or stay is focused on keeping your pet healthy, happy, and comfortable.
Home
Information Mariia H. would like to know about your pet
1. **Health and Medical Needs** - **Dietary restrictions**: What food and treats can they have? Any allergies? - **Medications**: Are they on any medications? If so, when and how should they be administered? - **Health conditions**: Do they have any chronic health issues? - **Vet contact info**: Have the owner's vet information and emergency contact details. 2. **Behavior and Temperament** - **Social interactions**: How do they react to other animals, people, or children? Any history of aggression or anxiety? - **Fears or triggers**: Do loud noises, strangers, or certain environments cause stress? - **Energy levels**: Are they high-energy or more laid-back? - **Separation anxiety**: Do they get anxious when left alone? How long can they be left by themselves? 3. **Daily Routine** - **Feeding schedule**: How much and how often should they be fed? - **Exercise needs**: How much physical activity do they require? What kind of activities do they enjoy? - **Bathroom habits**: How frequently do they need to go out (for dogs)? For cats, is there a litter box cleaning routine? 4. **Training and Commands** - **Basic commands**: What commands do they know (e.g., sit, stay, come)? Are they leash-trained or crate-trained? - **House rules**: Are they allowed on furniture? Any off-limit areas in the house? 5. **Favorite Toys and Activities** - **Play preferences**: What toys do they love? Do they prefer fetch, tug-of-war, or puzzle games? - **Comfort items**: Do they have a favorite bed, blanket, or toy that helps them relax? 7. **Emergency Protocols** - **Escape artist?**: Are they known to bolt or try to escape when doors open? - **Local emergency contacts**: Besides the vet, who should you call in case of an emergency (neighbors, friends, etc.)? Having this information will ensure I’m well-prepared to make your pets feel at ease and provide the best care possible!
A typical day
Since I have a strong background with both dogs and cats, I can offer plenty of enjoyable activities when watching them! Here are some fun ideas: For Dogs: 1. **Training Sessions**: Use my training skills to reinforce basic commands, while making it fun with treats and praise. I could introduce new tricks or refine old ones. 2. **Outdoor Adventures**: Depending on the dog’s size and energy, go for walks or hikes. For pugs or other brachycephalic dogs, shorter, relaxed strolls are best, while larger dogs may enjoy more vigorous exercise. 3. **Interactive Play**: Use toys like fetch balls, tug ropes, or puzzles to mentally and physically engage the dog. 4. **Cuddles and Relaxation**: Dogs often love to cuddle, so some cozy downtime is always appreciated. For Cats: 1. **Interactive Play with Toys**: Use feather wands, laser pointers, or toys that mimic prey to engage their natural hunting instincts. 2. **Exploration Games**: Create mini obstacle courses or hide treats and toys around the house to encourage them to explore and be curious. 3. **Climbing and Perching**: Cats love high places, so I could guide them to safe climbing areas or provide a window perch for them to watch the world outside. 4. **Cuddle Time**: Many cats enjoy simply sitting with their human for some quiet bonding time. I can always tailor the activities to each pet's personality and preferences!
Mariia H.
Windsor Park, Austin, TX