maria

Pawsitively Passionate: Your Dog's Best Caretaker!

Dulwich Hill
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Doggy Day Care
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
10 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/day
All services and rates

Unavailable

maria is currently not available to accept new requests.

About maria

My journey into pet sitting is deeply rooted in a lifelong love for animals. Growing up in Colombia, pets were an integral part of my life since the age of 8. When I moved away a year ago to Sydney, leaving my cherished pets in the care of my family, I felt a void without their companionship. Becoming a pet sitter has been my way of reconnecting with that love and closeness I've always had with animals.

My motivation as a pet sitter is twofold: it's about the unconditional affection I feel for animals and the desire to provide them with the care, love, and attention they deserve. Being around pets brings me immense joy; I adore spending quality time with them, going on enriching walks, and engaging in playful activities.

My experience with pets spans years of caring for both dogs and cats. I've been entrusted with the responsibility of caring for homes and pets while their owners are away. Notably, my time with Bruno (my husband's dog), a dog who lived a restricted and sorrowful life before me (because Most of the time, he stayed tied up in the yard and looked sad, so I gradually fought to integrate him more, allowing him to be free in the house and eventually become a happy dog. ), taught me the transformative power of love and care. I take pride in offering a safe, loving environment where pets feel cherished and valued.

While I prefer pets to be vaccinated for their safety and that of others, I understand unique situations and am open to discussing individual cases. Your pets will receive unwavering attention and affection in my care, ensuring they feel right at home even when you're away. 

maria's services

At the sitter's home

Doggy Day Care
Doggy Day Care
Daytime care for your dog at the sitter's home.
10 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/day
Dog Boarding
Dog Boarding
Overnight stay at the sitter's home
10 AUD for each additional pet
50 AUD
/night

At your home

Dog Walking
Dog Walking
An experienced dog walker will pick up your dog from your home for a 30 min walk
10 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/walk

maria also offers

Pick up / drop off

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

Availability

About maria's Home

Accepted pets

Puppies
< 1 year
Dog sizes
0-10 kg
Dog ages
0-20 years
Cats
all kinds
Ferrets
all kinds

maria's home

An apartment
A small outdoor area
Has no kids
24/7 supervision

Walking areas

Nearby off-leash dog area
Urban

Skills

Specific Skills

I speak English & Spanish
+10 years of experience
Familiar with dog training techniques

Experience with

Rescuing pets

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maria

maria

Pawsitively Passionate: Your Dog's Best Caretaker!

Dulwich Hill
Doggy Day Care
Doggy day care
Daytime care, at the sitter's home
10 AUD for each additional pet
25 AUD
/day
All services and rates

Unavailable

maria is currently not available to accept new requests.

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Full refund if canceled before 12:00 p.m. one day before the booking, 50% refund afterward.

No refund is payable if the booking is canceled on or after the start date.

Note: All times are based on the sitter’s time zone

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