Maura H.
Austin, TX
Food. Water. & Dogs are all I need!
Pet care experience
Hello! I'm Maura. Read the following to gather an idea of my services🙂 *Check calendar for availability* I have also just moved homes so some things have changed. I unfortunately do not have a yard anymore. So doggy day care I could now come to your home for ! Or your dog could still come to mine during the day, I do have a little lake we can walk around and a dog park. I have also taken off Boarding as an option since I don’t have a yard, but I could still board smaller dogs or old dogs for shorter periods of time. Just something we would have to discuss ! ABOUT ME: I am 29 years old and I really do love dogs more than anything. Well, all animals really. I will love and take care of your baby as if he/she was my own baby girls Tojo & Gaia. I'm loving and cuddly to all dogs that want it. My pups sleep on my bed. I know how to be around scared or nervous dogs(not aggressive). Im not pushy when it comes to meeting a dog for the first time. I wait for them to be comfortable. I like walking and hanging outside. I've had multiple dogs in my home since the day I was born. I've been walking/ taking care of neighbors/friends dogs since I was 13. I have been professionally caring for animals for over 6 years. I also have fostered dogs and a litter of puppies(9 weeks old) from rescues. I have potty trained puppies along with commands. My last pup Celeste had horrible anxiety so I do have some experience with anxious dogs. But severe separation anxiety is probably not something that will work just because I can’t be at home 24/7 I have to leave to do other walks/visits for a couple hours. I have experience with elderly dogs as well. And I am comfortable with giving medications if needed. Lastly, this is my full time job. . taking care of all the pets! So I do hope to see yours soon ! IF YOUR CHOOSING HOUSE SITTING: to have me come and stay in your home and take care of your animals: I am reliable and will make sure your home is left in good condition. As well as keeping the animals happy & fed obviously! I make sure to clean up after myself and the animals. I won’t bring anyone into your house. I am respectful of other homes. I do think for certain dogs they are more comfortable staying at home and that is totally understandable. I am happy to keep them happy and keep them on their normal routine to the best of my ability. I’ve never had any issues staying in a dogs home. They have all welcomed me with open paws! I would love if my dogs could come with me for obvious reasons, but it also allows me to be at the house more with all of them because then I won’t have to leave to let out my dogs. but this is not a 100% requirement.
Reviews
Very attentive and reliable!
Great experience! She is really great with getting to know the dog and is very attentive. Will def use again!
Maura took great care of my pup while I was away!! Would definitely love to have her hang with Benny again.
Junie and Cleo love Maura! I feel relaxed that they are so well taken care of.
About Maura H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
SAFETY, TRUST, ENVIRONMENT I always give pets the best care I am capable of! I too have to feel like I can keep your pet safe. So I don’t put myself & pets in situations that could be dangerous for us.(ex. Dogs that are too strong & unpredictable on leash) I’ve been doing this for 5 years now so you can trust I have experience! Your pet will be in good hands. Thats why I have to do meet and greets before confirming any new pet. I won’t let any dogs off leash. If your dog is in my home me,Tojo and Gaia are very sweet hosts! Your pet will get plenty of love no matter where I am watching them!
Home
Information Maura H. would like to know about your pet
I do not have any breed preferences. If a dog is raised in a happy healthy home than the breed does not necessarily matter. Especially when it comes to aggression. But I do not accept dogs that have an aggressive back round to insure the safety of my little pups & all other pups who stay here, and myself. I want everyone to feel comfortable and make new friends, not be scared or end up with an expensive vet bill. So I VERY much appreciate honesty when it comes to aggressive behavior, dominant behavior, etc. different behavior of any kind. I also prefer dogs who are house trained. Puppies/small dogs Could possibly be exceptions to this(just ask). Indoor accidents have ruined many things of mine. So please just be honest about everything! I may be able to accommodate if your honest! BUT If your dog isn’t trained, no biggie, I can come to your home instead. Lastly, I would love love love to know everything and anything I can do to make your best friend as happy as they can be!
A typical day
I do have a nice fenced in yard with lots of room to run and play, but I do believe in walks for dogs too. It helps with anxiety, trust and gives extra exersize for dogs who don't run around the yard too much. Not to mention all the good smells! I have a safe neighborhood with friendly neighbors and a trail in my neighborhood (only if everyones comfortable with that) I'm here to make your dog a happy, comfortable camper! I love to take care of animals, they are so loyal to so many of us. They deserve all the love!
Services
Maura can host
Maura can watch in your home
Availability
MY PET CARE I am taking care of animals full time! This is my job, but my schedule changes week to week. Just depends on the animals. I do appreciate, the more notice you can give me for a stay the better! I can’t always accept last minute requests because my schedule can fill up. I work every day of the week & year, but I usually cant do visits before 8 AM. But your welcome to ask as sometimes I can. And I don’t do visits past 10:00PM
About Maura H.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
SAFETY, TRUST, ENVIRONMENT I always give pets the best care I am capable of! I too have to feel like I can keep your pet safe. So I don’t put myself & pets in situations that could be dangerous for us.(ex. Dogs that are too strong & unpredictable on leash) I’ve been doing this for 5 years now so you can trust I have experience! Your pet will be in good hands. Thats why I have to do meet and greets before confirming any new pet. I won’t let any dogs off leash. If your dog is in my home me,Tojo and Gaia are very sweet hosts! Your pet will get plenty of love no matter where I am watching them!
Home
Information Maura H. would like to know about your pet
I do not have any breed preferences. If a dog is raised in a happy healthy home than the breed does not necessarily matter. Especially when it comes to aggression. But I do not accept dogs that have an aggressive back round to insure the safety of my little pups & all other pups who stay here, and myself. I want everyone to feel comfortable and make new friends, not be scared or end up with an expensive vet bill. So I VERY much appreciate honesty when it comes to aggressive behavior, dominant behavior, etc. different behavior of any kind. I also prefer dogs who are house trained. Puppies/small dogs Could possibly be exceptions to this(just ask). Indoor accidents have ruined many things of mine. So please just be honest about everything! I may be able to accommodate if your honest! BUT If your dog isn’t trained, no biggie, I can come to your home instead. Lastly, I would love love love to know everything and anything I can do to make your best friend as happy as they can be!
A typical day
I do have a nice fenced in yard with lots of room to run and play, but I do believe in walks for dogs too. It helps with anxiety, trust and gives extra exersize for dogs who don't run around the yard too much. Not to mention all the good smells! I have a safe neighborhood with friendly neighbors and a trail in my neighborhood (only if everyones comfortable with that) I'm here to make your dog a happy, comfortable camper! I love to take care of animals, they are so loyal to so many of us. They deserve all the love!
Location
Austin, TX
Pets
Maura H.
Austin, TX