Maria Clara

Languages: English, Portuguese, Italian, Spanish

Hi :) I'm a 25 year old Master student at WUR tat grew up with dogs. I am Brazilian on my mom's side, Italian on my dad's, and dog lover on both. I grew up surrounded by large dogs like german shepherds, and also small ones - currently, in fact, a small jack Russel called Endy. He lives with my family though, and I miss interacting with dogs so much that the opportunity to sign up to this website made me really excited. Because I am a student, my schedule is relatively flexible. Especially given the corona situation, I am available most of the day, as my classes are online and I do not have to go to campus and can schedule around it. On the off chance, I have a meeting, I'll be sure to inform you and find a suitable alternative arrangement. On occasional weekends (circa once a month) I may travel away from wageningen. In this case, my availability will be set to not available (red) in the calendar. If the pet needs urgent attention that weekend, I may be able to reschedule and help out, but I would need a minimum of 2 days notice. In case of any doubt, send me a message, and I'll be glad to help!

I can offer walks (usually between 30 minutes and one hour, as preferred by the owner), home visits, home sitting (at your house), and daycare (usually only on weekends!). While home visits are checkups on dogs, if they need a company for a longer number of hours but someone to sleep over with them, I am also willing to accommodate this if you send a message explaining the situation and we can figure out how to deal with the pricing together (since this is in between a home visit and a house sitting). I also offer home care/company in my home, which is a house shared with three other students. We have a small garden and much walking space around. I prefer to take care of the pet in its own home (home visits) as it will be in its own familiar environment, but if it is not possible will gladly home the pet if it is urgent.

Depending on your location distance, I may not be able to make two home visits a day, but in that case, I will be sure to inform you. Further, I can arrange for long home visits to keep your pet the company they need!

- Maria