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About
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 57 times
Serves Henrico, VA
Background checked
1 employee
13 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2021
2020
Services offered
Type of pets
Dog
Cat
Length of time
1 - 3 days
4 - 7 days
8 - 14 days
15 - 30 days
Additional services
Feeding
Medication
Other services
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.
Excellent 4.9
47 reviews
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Sue H.
Jun 12, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Maria was completely reliable and really cared for our three cats. I’ll use her again and recommend her highly.
Details: Cat • 3 pets • Changing litter or bedding • Giving food and water • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
Vicki O.
Sep 30, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Maria is great. I hired her to take care of my 17 yr old pup and my kitty. I was very comfortable leaving my dog at home, with her visiting. My pup passed away so she just had my kitty. I love not having to worry about my Sweetie!
Details: Cat • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
Paula H.
Aug 27, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
Maria cane for a meet and greet the week before our vacation. She took time to coax our kitty to have a treat and a rub. She took notes and texted the day before her first visit to let us know she was all set. She sent photos of Sally both visits along with an update on how she was doing. She got our mail and texted photos of some packages that arrived. Everything was neat and clean when we got home from our trip. We loved knowing Sally was in good hands while we traveled!
Details: Cat • 1 pet • Giving food and water • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • My home, venue, etc.
Maria Scholte's reply
Thank you for your kind review Paula!
Pet Sitting
Lydia B.
Jul 5, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Maria has helped me with my cats and my fish on a few occasions now. She’s incredibly responsive and helpful. I’ve been able to call on her when I was in a pinch and she’s come through to help me. She communicates regularly and has always made me feel at ease that my cats are well cared for when I’m away.
Details: Cat • 2 pets • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Changing litter or bedding • Short visit (30 minutes) • Once a day • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
Karen T.
Jul 11, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Maria is such a Godsend. She went out of her way to make sure my fur babies were happy and comfortable with her! I get daily pictures and updates! That made my day to see my babies smiling!!!! I would recommend her 200%!!!
We love her!!!
Details: Cat • 2 pets • Taking pet outside • Giving food and water • Providing companionship • Standard visit (60 minutes) • Two times a day • My home, venue, etc.
Pet Sitting
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Maria Scholte
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.
