Maria & Derek
Professional Dog Trainer and animal care taker
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Our experience
10+ years
I grew up with dogs, cats and birds my entire life, then I started working as a dog walker and sitter in 2014 when I enrolled in Animal Behavior College to become a certified dog trainer. I got heavily involved in volunteering for rescues…
Luna
belgian malinois
Cared for
Mishka
mix-breed
Currently owns
Nugget
mix-breed
Currently owns
Sookie
rescue cat
Cared for
Sake
rescue cat
Cared for
Reviews (3)
Maria and Derek were AWESOME! My fur babies got so much love and attention I think they were a bit sad we came home. Maria sent regular updates and photos…
Maria was wonderful with Luna ..
I was Maria’s first sit and have to say she was like having a seasoned professional! Well she is a professional dog trainer and such… anyways she provided my…
References (2)
Laurie
Maria & Derek looked after Laurie’s pets
Maria has trained our two pups. The oldest has his AKC Canine Good Citizen certificate. We also board them at her home when we travel. They love her. She’s very attentive to their needs. Taking them on walks and field trips to make sure they get their exercise and socialization. She’s the best!!!
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Animal-lover
Home/pet sitting reference
07 April 2023
About
Hello! My name is Maria and I’m a nationally certified professional dog trainer that uses least intrusive and minimally aversive methods. I joined trusted house sitters in November 2022 with the hope of traveling more often. I started my…
Why we want to house sit
I already do this professionally and I’d like to travel more so I thought this would be the most cost effective solution while Derek and I are saving up for a home of our own in addition to providing professional care outside of my…