Samantha D.
Bridgeview, IL
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
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!
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.
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
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
Skills
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
Samantha can watch in your home
About Samantha D.
Communication
Skills
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
Pets
Samantha D.
Bridgeview, IL