Mariia V.
Far North, Somerville, NJ
Services
Mariia can host
Mariia can care for
Availability
I work remotely only a few hours a day, so I have plenty of time to care for your pet. I’m also very physically active, ensuring your furry friend will never be bored.
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About Mariia V.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I create a calm, pet-friendly environment and keep routines consistent to reduce stress. In my home or yours, I follow the owner’s instructions carefully, maintain secure doors and gates, and use positive reinforcement for safe play. I keep food, water, and litter areas clean and monitor pets closely during walks or outdoor time.
Home
Information Mariia V. would like to know about your pet
Please share your fur babies vaccination records before applying. Would appreciate ALL additional information as well regarding their needs and stay, along with their temperaments.
A typical day
It depends on your fur baby and what kinds of activities they love. I can cover everything. We live next to a trail full of new smells and wildlife, which my dog personally loves to observe (ducks, rabbits, armadillos, foxes, birds, turtles, opossums, etc.). I have plenty of time and energy to play with your pup or provide mental stimulation games, such as sniffing, puzzles, and hide-and-seek. We can practice old commands or learn new ones if you’d like to include that in the daily routine. If your dog is social and enjoys playing with other dogs, we can also drive to the dog park.
Location
Somerville, NJ
Pets
Five-Star Care for Cats and Dogs
Pet care experience
Animals have always been at the center of my life. I share my home with four cats (three traveled with me from Ukraine and one rescued from Houston) and a Bernese Mountain Dog who’s training to become a certified therapy dog. I work remotely, so I’m home all day and able to give pets constant attention. Before moving to the U.S., I co-founded an adoption center in Ukraine dedicated to rescuing and rehoming critically ill stray cats. I’ve completed multiple courses in animal behavior and publish freelance articles about the latest research in pet care. My dog has completed four manners courses and holds all his certificates, and I create human-grade treats in a professional dehydrator (and planning to start a business), so my furry guests are welcome to sample them if they have no allergies. We have a spacious home with a fenced yard, two guest rooms to separate our furry guests if needed, and a pool for supervised dog play.
Cat care experience
Mariia also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
We had an amazing experience with our sitter, Mariia! She took incredible care of our five dogs—Leo, Luna, Mika, Azul, and Arya. Handling five dogs is no easy task, but she was so patient, attentive, and truly caring with each one. We received amazing, daily, and detailed updates, which made us feel completely at ease knowing our babies were safe and loved. We came home to happy, relaxed fur babies, which says everything. We would absolutely book again and highly recommend sweet Mariia to anyone looking for a reliable and loving pet sitter.
Mariia was wonderful! So kind and our cat adored her! She was very communicative and kept us very updated on our cat as we were away. We will definitely book her again!
Mariia did a house sit for my dog over Christmas. She was fantastic. My dog loved her and my home looked great when I got back. Highly recommend.
Mariia was excellent with my dog on her drop-in visit. Highly recommend.
About Mariia V.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I create a calm, pet-friendly environment and keep routines consistent to reduce stress. In my home or yours, I follow the owner’s instructions carefully, maintain secure doors and gates, and use positive reinforcement for safe play. I keep food, water, and litter areas clean and monitor pets closely during walks or outdoor time.
Home
Information Mariia V. would like to know about your pet
Please share your fur babies vaccination records before applying. Would appreciate ALL additional information as well regarding their needs and stay, along with their temperaments.
A typical day
It depends on your fur baby and what kinds of activities they love. I can cover everything. We live next to a trail full of new smells and wildlife, which my dog personally loves to observe (ducks, rabbits, armadillos, foxes, birds, turtles, opossums, etc.). I have plenty of time and energy to play with your pup or provide mental stimulation games, such as sniffing, puzzles, and hide-and-seek. We can practice old commands or learn new ones if you’d like to include that in the daily routine. If your dog is social and enjoys playing with other dogs, we can also drive to the dog park.
Mariia V.
Far North, Somerville, NJ