About Maria

Animals have always been at the center of my life. I share my home with four cats (three traveled with me from Ukraine and one rescued from Houston) and a Bernese Mountain Dog who's training to become a certified therapy dog. I work remotely in IT, so I'm home all day and able to give pets constant attention. Before moving to the U. S., I co-founded an adoption center in Ukraine dedicated to rescuing and rehoming critically ill stray cats. I've completed multiple courses in animal behavior and publish freelance articles about the latest research in pet care. My dog has completed five manners courses and holds all his certificates, and I create human-grade treats in a professional dehydrator (and planning to start a business), so my furry guests are welcome to sample them if they have no allergies.