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Sam B.

Portsmouth

5 out of 5.0 stars
19 reviews
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Lived with and cared for animals all my life🥰

Pet care experience

My family had a German Shepherd when I was aged 6-19 who recently passed away. I would always walk, feed, play with, sit with and bathe her when she was around and have been missing spending time with dogs since she passed. I have also dogsat since the age of 15, including dog/baby sitting for a police officer (who I have as a reference) for two years from ages 15-17.

Cat care experience

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Lived my whole life caring for cats

Sam also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Allison G.
Dog Boarding • May 30, 2025
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Thank you so much Sam for taking care of Dudley on the occasion of our son’s wedding. Prior to dog sitting, Sam agreed for an initial meeting & easily bonded with Dudley & reassured us that he would be well taken care of and he certainly was, keeping us updated with messages & even sending photos. We would recommend Sam & will certainly have no hesitation with booking with him in the future Many Thanks from us & Dudley 🐾

Lorena C.
Dog Boarding • May 29, 2025
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Mila was so happy with him and he kept me updated with how she was doing and photos whilst I was away so I had peace of mind. Highly recommend x

Daniela R.
Doggy Day Care • May 11, 2025
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Sam was very kind and helpful and Ayla had a great time with him. She we’ll definitely come back for another playful day with Sam 😊

Rebecca L.
House Sitting • Mar 07, 2025
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Sam was totally fab with my mad dog! We met prior to a sit which really put my mind at ease, was great at communicating and let me know how Holmes was getting on during the sit! I would definitely recommend Sam to anyone need pet care!

About Sam B.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a spacious fenced garden connected to my living room with plenty of space for pets to play and enjoy their time. If staying the night I also have a spacious bedroom for a dog bed and toys on the floor. I’m also not opposed to pets sitting on the sofa or sleeping in bed as long as that’s okay with the owner. I have 4 housemates (one male and 3 female) who all own and love animals. If staying with me, the house will be cleaned before to be sure pets can’t get to anything potentially harmful.

Home

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

Information Sam B. would like to know about your pet

If your dog has any special needs I should look out for let me know, I have experience looking after dogs and cats that require injections, aswell as elderly dogs and cats also.

A typical day

With any dogs in my care they will receive my full attention. In a day they will be provided as much play time as they need, will be taken on walks to the park near my house, and given plenty of love. For dogs who are tired or maybe less energetic and like to cuddle, they can chill out on the sofa or on a dog bed in the living room and watch tv and have a cuddle with me.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
£45per night
House Sitting
in your home
£48per night
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
£12per visit
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
£38per day
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
£10per walk

Sam can host

Cats

Sam can watch in your home

Cats

Availability

I’m currently studying at university of Portsmouth and have been unemployed for a couple months, so I have plenty of free time around my studies to look after, play with and walk dogs.

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Sam B.

Communication

3 repeat pet parents
68% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I have a spacious fenced garden connected to my living room with plenty of space for pets to play and enjoy their time. If staying the night I also have a spacious bedroom for a dog bed and toys on the floor. I’m also not opposed to pets sitting on the sofa or sleeping in bed as long as that’s okay with the owner. I have 4 housemates (one male and 3 female) who all own and love animals. If staying with me, the house will be cleaned before to be sure pets can’t get to anything potentially harmful.

Home

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

Information Sam B. would like to know about your pet

If your dog has any special needs I should look out for let me know, I have experience looking after dogs and cats that require injections, aswell as elderly dogs and cats also.

A typical day

With any dogs in my care they will receive my full attention. In a day they will be provided as much play time as they need, will be taken on walks to the park near my house, and given plenty of love. For dogs who are tired or maybe less energetic and like to cuddle, they can chill out on the sofa or on a dog bed in the living room and watch tv and have a cuddle with me.

Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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Sam B.

Portsmouth

5 out of 5.0 stars
19 reviews