Maria Scholte

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Introduction: I am a pet lover with extensive experience in veterinary hospitals and with the ASPCA. I provide love, affection and care for your pets in your home or mine. I have experience with pets that are very young, elderly or difficult. You can rest assured that while you are away your pets and home are being cared for. I will also bring in your mail, water your plants, adjust your drapes and take out your trash! I offer complete customized service! I have extensive experience with pets that are very young, elderly or difficult pets as well. I absolutely love all animals and enjoy spending time with them on a daily basis. This is my dream job!

Overview

Hired 50 times

Serves Henrico, VA

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1 employee

11 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2020

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Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.

Excellent 4.9

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Maria D.

Sep 1, 2021

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I feel so lucky to have found Maria! She knows dogs so well, has a great system, and truly cares. It was wonderful to be at peace while traveling, knowing our pup was in good hands. I look forward to working with her again!

Details: 1 pet • Dog • 8 - 14 days • Feeding • Medication

Pet Boarding

Mary R.

Feb 21, 2020

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Maria was very good with my little dog. He took to her right away. She shared photos of him with me while I was away. I'm planning to reach out to Maria in the future with additional dog walking dates.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Providing companionship • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Pet Sitting

Joe A.

Oct 15, 2019

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My dog took an instant liking to Maria which was reassuring. Maria provided updates via text and took some pictures of my dog as well, which was a nice touch. Everything went smoothly and I would not hesitate to use Maria for dog sitting again.

Details: Dog • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Short visit (30 minutes) • My home, venue, etc.

Maria Scholte's reply

Thank you for the great review Joe! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need help in the future!

Pet Sitting

Cheryl J.

Sep 23, 2019

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Maria boarded my two dogs at her house during our week-long vacation. At the meet-and-greet beforehand, my dogs took to Maria and her kids almost immediately. I've never seen them interact with new people like that, especially so quickly. It definitely put my mind at ease about leaving them with her for a week. As I requested, Maria texted a few pictures of them each day. She was very accommodating with transportation to and from her house. We initially planned to pick up the dogs at her house upon returning from vacation, but at the last minute asked if she could bring them to our house. She fit it into her schedule (on a Saturday!) to make our return home easier. The dogs were just as comfortable with Maria and her daughter as they were with us when they got home. We also had Maria visit our house each day to check on our cat and make sure he had food and a clean litter box. He is a stubborn 14-year old cat who doesn't like people, so there isn't much to say. Maria was accommodating about bringing our trash can up the driveway after it was picked up, checking mail, asking if plants needed water, etc. I would definitely call Maria again and recommend her to others.

Details: Dog • 3 pets • Giving food and water • Taking pet outside • Changing litter or bedding • Providing companionship • Overnight visit (10-12 hours) • My home, venue, etc.

Maria Scholte's reply

Thank you for such an awesome review Cheryl! I am always here to help if you need me!

Pet Sitting

Julia E.

Mar 8, 2016

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I recommend Maria wholeheartedly for dog walking. Spyro would too, if he could talk. He absolutely adores her. Maria is reliable, dependable, and gifted with dogs. I hired Maria to help me with Spyro when I was recovering from hip surgery. Once I was able to walk again, I kept her, because Spyro loves her visits so much.

Maria Scholte's reply

Thank you for your 5 star review Julia! I am pleased to announce that we are going on our 4 year anniversary this October! It has been a wonderful 4 years taking care of Spyro! Looking forward to many more!

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FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am priced competitively and my prices are very reasonable.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I start with an initial consultation with the pet parent to gather information and to specify the needs and dates of services requested.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Previously worked at the SPCA as well as several veterinary clinics Chesterfield County. Have been pet sitting for over 9 years now.