Samantha F.
East alton, IL
INSURED Dog trainer/Home FULLtime
Pet care experience
Safe. Reliable. Enriching! I am FULLY independently insured. I work remotely in vetmed and due to unpredictable work calls and meetings drop off times will have to be strictly scheduled. Due to the fact that I work from home and take calls - I am no longer able to take dogs that have destructive tendencies. Thank you for taking the time to read through my profile to see if I'm the right fit to give your dog a vacation they deserve! As I am home full time, your dog will receive maximum care and attention. In addition to the Rover guarantee, I am independently insured. I have been studying canine behaviour and working with dogs since 2007. I never let the dogs play outside alone. I am outside with them the entire time monitoring playtime. I also always separate during meal time and allow them to have 30-45 minutes for their food to settle before reintroducing toys. I have acquired and made countless mental stimulation toys for dogs (puzzles, snuffle mats, licki mats, hide and seek toys) in order to keep your dog mentally and physically busy. I have a very large fenced backyard! I have two Standard Poodles. They both LOVE to keep dogs occupied but are respectful of dogs that wish to be left alone. If your dogs are nervous around other dogs, that's fine! Our house is set up nicely to accommodate dogs that cannot tolerate other dogs as well. *PARASITE DISCLAIMER* In order to provide the safest environment for both my dogs and boarding dogs, I require each dog to be up to date on flea and tick prevention. We treat our yard professionally as an added security measure. I check upon arrival and will not be able to provide service if fleas are found. If fleas are found midstay - a flea bath/treatment charge will need to be added or immediate pickup will need to be arranged. Thank you for helping keep everyone flea free and happy!!! **KENNEL COUGH DISCLAIMER** I have yet to have either my dogs or guest dogs contract kennel cough under my care due to disinfectant measures learned at a veterinary clinic. However - the kennel cough (Bordetella) vaccine is similar to the flu vaccine. There is always still a possibility of a communicable cough similarly to humans going to school and catching a cold there. I take precautions and ask for dogs to please remain home if showing signs of contagious diseases no matter how small. Thank you!
Reviews
Samantha is absolutely outstanding! Such peace of mind knowing that our baby girl is under excellent care! :)
Samantha is fantastic! Our high energy goldendoodle just loves her home. This was a repeat visit and he was thrilled to be back. Thank you for taking such good care of him!!
Samantha did an amazing job taking care of our kitties. Her updates were very detailed and the pictures we received were amazing! I know the next time we go on vacation our babies will be in great hands with Samantha!
Samantha took awesome care of my 65 pound Aussiedoodle, Case. She sent photos and updates daily of him playing and walking. I will most definitely use Samantha’s boarding services again.
About Samantha F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a fully fenced in yard in which dogs are ALWAYS supervised. Under no circumstance are dogs allowed outside alone. We have cement blocks under our backyard fence so no chance for digging/escaping.
Home
Information Samantha F. would like to know about your pet
If your dog gets along with other dogs Any problem behaviours(fence jumping - we can take them out on a leash) Health issues Food allergies (we love giving treats and doggy ice cream in hot weather!)
A typical day
This all depends on the dog and their activity level. We have unique toys for all ages. If your dog is older or has physical limitations I will tire their mind out with puzzles! During the colder months we play a lot of indoor games. I love using treat based puzzles to keep their mind occupied! I have a large fenced in yard with a sprinkler system and kid pool to keep them cool in the summer. They will always be supervised. I have cooling bandanas and frequently make doggy popsicles made out of the best ingredients
Services
Samantha can host
Samantha can watch in your home
Availability
I work a remote job in end of life veterinary care (hospice, grief counseling, etc). I work from home and between counseling calls and my two hour break I'm able to give your dogs just as much as attention as usual!
About Samantha F.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
We have a fully fenced in yard in which dogs are ALWAYS supervised. Under no circumstance are dogs allowed outside alone. We have cement blocks under our backyard fence so no chance for digging/escaping.
Home
Information Samantha F. would like to know about your pet
If your dog gets along with other dogs Any problem behaviours(fence jumping - we can take them out on a leash) Health issues Food allergies (we love giving treats and doggy ice cream in hot weather!)
A typical day
This all depends on the dog and their activity level. We have unique toys for all ages. If your dog is older or has physical limitations I will tire their mind out with puzzles! During the colder months we play a lot of indoor games. I love using treat based puzzles to keep their mind occupied! I have a large fenced in yard with a sprinkler system and kid pool to keep them cool in the summer. They will always be supervised. I have cooling bandanas and frequently make doggy popsicles made out of the best ingredients
Location
East alton, IL
Pets
Samantha F.
East alton, IL