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Samantha D.

Bridgeview, IL

4 reviews
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Dog Trainer and Vet Assistant

Pet care experience

I have always had a passion for working with animals ever since I was a kid. I began my journey of working with animals as a Veterinary Assistant at a small Veterinary Clinic in Des Plaines. I leaned a lot about dogs and cats nutritional and medical needs as well as a starting look at what you need in order to achieve the pinnacle of your pets overall health and wellness. As an employee at a pet store I have also become nutrition certified and have a lot of skill with problem-solving dietary needs or behavioral needs that dogs can have. I have been training with my family dogs for 16 years and have been a dog trainer for 5 years. I also have 3 years of Veterinary Assistant experience and am comfortable with administering medications and monitoring health issues. I am excited for the opportunity to work with your animals as either a walker, sitter, or trainer! My dog training classes are based around Positive Reinforcement which will bring you and your pet together in an educational and fun way! I'm looking forward to working with you to help facilitate a stronger, better, and more fulfilling relationship with your pet!

Reviews

Melody A.
Apr 27, 2017

Sam I great with animals! When I worked with her, she taught me many helpful tricks for working with fearful animals. She is also very quick to offer help when you need it, even when you don't think to ask!

Jade C.
Apr 26, 2017

I have worked with Samantha at a veterinary hospital. She worked so well with all the clients and showed solid communication skills. She has always been able to interact with clients on a personal level as well as show her complete care and passion for companion animals. Aside from veterinary experience, she has worked as a dog trainer and gained so much knowledge through her time training. She has the characteristics for success in this field and I would recommend her for dog training, pet sitting, or any animal-care related job.

Jill L.
Mar 17, 2015

Samantha dennis, is a wonderful dog trainer, and a wonderful person! She has helped me tremendously with my two dogs , cooper who is six months and currently in a puppy class with sam, Delilah , 9 yrs old , also in a class with Sam. I would highly recommend her to sit for anyone's animal! She knows what she is doing, you can tell she loves animals!! She will be the person I call first to take care of my dogs!!!! Jill L

Ben K.
Mar 16, 2015

Awesome trainer, great with our dog. Astrid absolutely loves her. Even through the puppy year, Samantha was always kind and playful with her while still maintaing a dominate personality. My wife and I have learned so much from her.

About Samantha D.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Samantha D. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences but I would like to know a basic run down of the dogs usual routine; if they have separation anxiety, any aggression, if they have food allergies, or if they require any special medical care. In example, insulin injections, pills at specific times of the day, therapy, etc.

A typical day

Your dog's sleeping arrangement: With me on the bed or in a crate if you prefer. Time I'll spend with your dog: This depends on the day of the week and times you require sitting because I do have a part time job. I will always be able to let your dog out before I go to work and when I get back to your home after work, your dog and I will have many hours to play games and bond!

Services

Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Samantha can watch in your home

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

About Samantha D.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes

Skills

8 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Information Samantha D. would like to know about your pet

I have no breed preferences but I would like to know a basic run down of the dogs usual routine; if they have separation anxiety, any aggression, if they have food allergies, or if they require any special medical care. In example, insulin injections, pills at specific times of the day, therapy, etc.

A typical day

Your dog's sleeping arrangement: With me on the bed or in a crate if you prefer. Time I'll spend with your dog: This depends on the day of the week and times you require sitting because I do have a part time job. I will always be able to let your dog out before I go to work and when I get back to your home after work, your dog and I will have many hours to play games and bond!

Location

Bridgeview, IL

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Samantha D.

Bridgeview, IL

4 reviews