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Mary Teresa H.

4.7 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Mary Teresa H.

4.7 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $45 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
25 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Watch your pets & home, stability.

Animal lover, mom, student, wellness coach/energy healer. I've owned a few dogs in my lifetime - current circumstances do not allow me to have one, but I will certainly enjoy getting to know yours! My most recent dog was cocker/poodle mix that came out of a mill - she was terrified of everything. I used consistency, walks and meditation to rehabilitate her to a happy, healthy, confident companion. She is now with a family that adores her and they are building on my efforts. Previous dog was a Malamute - I was her 5th home, and she was elderly when she came to me. We were a great family, along with my teenage son - I even managed to take her to Parris Island for the Marine bootcamp graduation! Why I love dog sitting I've owned several over my lifetime. Most recently rehabbed a puppy mill mom for 4 years. She's doing great! Lost my corporate gig, so living with friends now and loving any time I get with other dogs. Regarding appointments: I say what I mean and I mean what I say. If I set up an appointment with you, I will keep it. If you attempt to "confirm" the day of the appointment, and I am sleeping, or working, I will not respond. But I will show up at the agreed upon time. Also, no last-minute drop-offs.... meet and greet is mandatory.

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
25 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

I do not board pets in my home. This is not possible. They want 25 words for this reality on Rover. com. I wish I could get a dog - but not yet!

Ratings and reviews

4.7
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32 ratings
Edna P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 03, 2026

Cane to neet the boys before her first stay with them. She is very friendly. She also sent pics when she was there.

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Kartik P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 13, 2026

Mary Teresa was our in-home house sitter while we were away for nearly 4 weeks. She was very responsive to our suggestion to set up a meet-and-greet before engaging her, as well as 2 additional orientation sessions before she moved into our house. She was communicative throughout the process, and left our house and our dogs in great shape. We would strongly recommend her services.

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Kerry W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 10, 2025

Mary Teresa is an angel! When we first met her our son said she seemed like we were family. Our Sheprador Brody, chameleon Roger and fish Emerald were in good hands as well as our home. First trip we’ve been on not having to worry about pets and our home. She’s wonderful! Literally a life savior. Thank you Mary Teresa!!❤️ We’ll definitely be reaching out in the future.

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Geoffrey L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 18, 2025

Mary Teresa was very accommodating in taking a job to watch three dogs on short notice. One struggles with anxiety, but Mary Teresa was able to make him feel secure and happy during our vacation

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Rachel W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 16, 2025

My pup was very happy with her sleepover pal! We felt great leaving her with MT! 10/10 would recommend

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Kate O.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Dec 28, 2023

Bruno was well taken care of. Mary Teresa provided several updates. She was always prompt.for meet and greets.

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work at HEB. I use their address so I'm as close as possible to your pets...Central Expressway in Melissa, TX. Shifts are 6-8 hours

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Mary Teresa can host up to 1 drop-in per day
Special needs, comforts, what upsets them, how have they been trained? Have they experienced trauma? I use Reiki to soothe and heal. I will honor your requests on discipline - getting on furniture, begging, etc.
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.