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Samantha J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Samantha J.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Boarding

$78 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

Enhanced background check
15 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Dogs make life better

I’ve been around dogs for over 15 years and truly treat every dog like they’re my own. I know pets are part of the family, and that’s something I never take lightly. My goal is always to make sure dogs feel safe, comfortable, and well cared for while their owners are away. I often watch my sister’s dog and friends’ dogs (they jokingly call me the “dog whisperer”). I also have some training experience, including training our family German Shepherds from puppies to be reliable off leash, along with helping train my sister’s dog and my own dog that I had for many years. I genuinely love being around animals and creating a calm, fun environment for them so they feel happy and relaxed while you’re gone. 🐾

Qualifications

94% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
50% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
stars
1 rating
Abby S.
Mar 11, 2026

I can’t recommend Samantha enough! She truly loves dogs, and it shows in the way she cares for them. She has watched my dogs many times and is one of the few people I completely trust with them. She is patient, attentive, and treats them like they’re her own. She makes sure they get plenty of attention, exercise, and affection, and my dogs are always so happy to see her. Samantha is also incredibly reliable and responsible—she always communicates clearly and keeps us updated while the dogs are in her care. Any dog would be lucky to spend time with her!

Andrea R.
Mar 11, 2026

Sam is an incredible! She has been wonderful with my dogs, Mia and Princess, showing them so much love, patience, and attention. They get so excited to see her, and I always know they’re in the best hands. She genuinely cares about their happiness and well-being, and I trust her completely to keep them safe, happy, and healthy whenever she’s looking after them

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm currently taking time off from work so I'm very flexible during day and nights - happy to work on a schedule that works for you!

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I treat pets like they’re part of my own family. Whether in my home or yours, I stick to their routines for meals, walks, playtime, and any medications so they feel safe and comfortable. I make sure they get plenty of love, attention, and exercise, and I always send updates so you know your pet is happy and well cared for

A typical day

I really enjoy spending time outdoors with dogs and keeping them active and happy. We can go on long walks, explore local trails, play fetch, or just get some good exercise together. I also like to mix in playtime and attention so they stay mentally engaged too. Every dog is different, so I always pay attention to their personality and energy level and do what makes them happiest and most comfortable while they’re with me 🐕

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Samantha can host up to 1 pet per night
No one knows your pet better than you do, so I always appreciate learning as much as I can ahead of time. Things like their personality, routines, energy level, triggers, favorite activities, or anything they may be sensitive to are really helpful to know. I’m happy to accommodate whatever is needed, recommended, or important for your pet so they feel comfortable, safe, and cared for while they’re with me
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.