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Mary F.

Cathedral City, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews
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These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Services

Mary can host

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Unspayed females accepted, neutered males only
No females in heat

Mary can care for

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

Availability

I love to spend my days with my own dog and other dogs I’m sitting. I maintain a low anxiety anxiety environment by providing personal time loving the dogs, decreasing any fears of separation they be having, provideing any necessary separation from larger dogs demonstrating. In this case, the aggressive dog is immediately separated and the owner is contacted to immediately provide an alternate sitting arrangement for their dog. I typically will not accept aggressive, protective breeds as the risk to the safety of myself and my other dogs clients is simply too high.

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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Mary F.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 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

I have a small, fenced yard and a friendly small pup of my own to keep yours company. The fences are secure and there is plenty of space to take care of ‘ business’

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mary F. would like to know about your pet

It's helpful for me to know your dog’s breed and any “triggering” behaviors of other dogs/ people so that safety measures can be implemented. any behavioral issues or triggers in advance. As a groomer, I'm accustomed to helping calm down pups in stressful situations, but any information you can provide me in advance is appreciated.

A typical day

I'm passionate about tailoring my care to your pup's personality and needs. My own dog is a mix of playful and chill, so we can turn up our playtime for your pup — or just relax and spend time together. Whatever your little guy or gal prefers.

Location

Cathedral City, CA

Mary F.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Retired nurse, professional groomer

Pet care experience

As a retired nurse and professional groomer, I have a passion for making animals feel comfortable and secure, even when their parents are away! Whether you would like boarding and/or grooming services, you can expect to come back to a beautiful, happy fur baby.

Reviews

Jennifer R.
Boarding • May 26, 2026
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Felt comfortable leaving Luna with Mary from the very start.

Cynthia F.
Boarding • Mar 26, 2026
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Our Pet sitter backed out at last minute-looked online and found Rover-Called three numbers and all three answered back in a timely manor. After interviewing all 3, only one, Mary could accommodate our needs. After meting Mary, we knew she was the perfect person for our dog and immediately made our reservation. Mary was the BEST! We are so grateful she was able to care for our dog. I would highly reccommend her to anyone who has a dog big or small. Our dog is over 70 pounds and she did a perfect job. Thank You so much for your service.

Scott G.
Boarding • Nov 08, 2025
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Mary is exceptional. She was able to accommodate us last minute when other options to board our doodle fell through. She was kind and gentle which helped to reduce anxiety for us an our pup. She graciously welcomed our dog into her home and gave us price of mind to enjoy the event we had planned.

William M.
Boarding • Aug 18, 2025
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We cannot recommend Mary enough! She watched our sweet Daisy at her home, and I could immediately tell she treated her like part of the family. Mary was warm, attentive, and kept us updated with photos and little notes while we were away, which really put our minds at ease. Daisy came home so happy, relaxed, and clearly well-loved. It’s such a relief to know we have someone trustworthy and caring to look after her—I will definitely be reaching out to Mary again the next time we need a sitter. If you’re looking for someone dependable who goes above and beyond, Mary is the one!

About Mary F.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

30 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

I have a small, fenced yard and a friendly small pup of my own to keep yours company. The fences are secure and there is plenty of space to take care of ‘ business’

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Mary F. would like to know about your pet

It's helpful for me to know your dog’s breed and any “triggering” behaviors of other dogs/ people so that safety measures can be implemented. any behavioral issues or triggers in advance. As a groomer, I'm accustomed to helping calm down pups in stressful situations, but any information you can provide me in advance is appreciated.

A typical day

I'm passionate about tailoring my care to your pup's personality and needs. My own dog is a mix of playful and chill, so we can turn up our playtime for your pup — or just relax and spend time together. Whatever your little guy or gal prefers.

Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.
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Mary F.

Cathedral City, CA

5.0 out of 5 stars
30 reviews