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Sam B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Sam B.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
26 years of experience
Has a fenced yard
Home full time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Compassionate, calm and attentive

I have over 26 years of animal care on top of running an ethical animal supply store. I have experience caring for cats, dogs, small pets (hamsters/mice/squirrels/rats/guinea pigs/tarantulas), reptiles, amphibians, aquatic species, all farm fowl and home kept birds, horses, cows, bulls, and donkeys. I have experience in the full life cycle of animal care, from using incubators and syringe feeding to providing geriatric care.

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
56% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
50% bookings with photo updates
26 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR

Ratings and reviews

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2 ratings
Beth W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Apr 20, 2024

Sam did a great job - the pups were all healthy and happy when we returned.

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Michelle H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 21, 2023

Sam was great! Stayed the week with my pup. I received pictures throughout which provided peace of mind since this was my first time leaving her. I have already booked another sitting. Highly recommend.

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Amanda W.
Aug 31, 2023

Sam has been caring for my cats and dogs for years and they all love him. He’s great at remembering what everyone needs and keeping me informed. You can tell he really loves animals and treats them all like his own. Highly recommend.

Mary B.
Aug 30, 2023

Sam is outstanding will all kinds of pets. He has cared for dogs, cats, ferrets, chickens, ducks and reptiles. He is very gentle and has a real connection with all animals. His work ethic and reliability are excellent and I do not hesitate to recommend him.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I work flexibly from home and am available for all kinds of sitting and drop ins. I own a well maintained vehicle, so if there were ever an emergency and I needed to get to the Vet Clinic asap, I would not have to rely on public transportation.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

With great care. I take note of anything new that may not be listed in their profile. Something as small as the color of a food scoop handle could mean a pet gets the wrong food, which could have serious repercussions. Attention to detail is important, especially if your pet has any special needs. I’m also a very tidy person who cleans up after themselves and is conscientious of the responsibility I hold in someone else’s home.

A typical day

I love being as engaged as the animals limitations will allow. I’m a frequent flyer at local dog parks, walking through the gardens, and I love playing games that will keep them engaged and expend their energy in healthy ways.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Takes only 1 client at a time
Sam can host up to 6 pets per night
Please let me know if your pets require any extra care. I am comfortable administering medications and also comfortable with caring for senior or special needs animals.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.