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Sam J.

West End, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
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Positive Reinforcement = Happy Dogs

Pet care experience

Hi, my name is Sam! My pronouns are he/him and they/them. An important note: my service zone is Connecticut. I grew up with multiple large dogs and currently have a rescue hound mix named Hachi. We continuously work on training basics and tricks, using positive reinforcement and lure based training as opposed to shock or choke collars and punishment.

Reviews

Michele G.
Dog Walking • Mar 11, 2021
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You are the best! Thanks

Michele G.
Dog Walking • Mar 07, 2021
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Thanks Sam for take a good care! When I’m not home!

Kiki H.
Dog Walking • Jan 15, 2021
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We love Sam (my dog and myself). He is flexible, kind and dependable, best of all, a dog lover.

Amber J.
Dog Walking • Nov 25, 2020
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Sam has been a wonderful dog walker! He is great with communication and flexibility! I highly recommend him!

About Sam J.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

The two dog parks I frequent with Hachi are in Essex and Clinton, and I've also been to one in New London. I'm still learning the West Hartford area, but Elizabeth Park is beautiful.

Information Sam J. would like to know about your pet

I like to know the pet's temperament, whether they get along well with other dogs, what preventatives they're on, any allergies and/or special feeding/caring requirements, and commonly used commands/hand signals. If there are any specific medical needs, I would also appreciate the current vet's phone number.

A typical day

My rescue, Hachi, is very friendly with other dogs, though she can wait at home if your furry friend prefers people. I would appreciate access to whatever waste bags currently used, and any treats that could help with keeping up on training basics.

Services

Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
$20per walk

Sam can watch in your home

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I am currently available Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 11a-10p. I can't do 11a-12a on Thursdays, but I didn't want to be listed as unavailable for the entire second portion of the Rover day, so I kept the 11a-3p availability.

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Dog Walking Cancellation Policy:

About Sam J.

Communication

4 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Safety, trust & environment

The two dog parks I frequent with Hachi are in Essex and Clinton, and I've also been to one in New London. I'm still learning the West Hartford area, but Elizabeth Park is beautiful.

Information Sam J. would like to know about your pet

I like to know the pet's temperament, whether they get along well with other dogs, what preventatives they're on, any allergies and/or special feeding/caring requirements, and commonly used commands/hand signals. If there are any specific medical needs, I would also appreciate the current vet's phone number.

A typical day

My rescue, Hachi, is very friendly with other dogs, though she can wait at home if your furry friend prefers people. I would appreciate access to whatever waste bags currently used, and any treats that could help with keeping up on training basics.

Location

Hartford, CT

Sam J.'s Neighborhood

Pets

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Sam J.

West End, CT

5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews