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Samantha K.

State College, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
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Services

Samantha can care for

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

Availability

I am a full-time professional so my availability is limited to early morning drop-in visits, any kind of care after 3 pm, or weekend stays.

Available
Not available
SMTWTFS
Drop-In Visits Cancellation Policy:

About Samantha K.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I understand the importance of trust and patience when it comes to handling any animal. My years in professional boarding has shown me how stressful these situations can be for an animal (especially my own, we have a very anxious puppy!). I will take great care of your pets by building trust and giving them as much space and time as they need to become acclimated to me!

Information Samantha K. would like to know about your pet

I would just like to be informed of any triggers your animal may have and ways you that you handle these situations. I would also love to know of any restrictions and allergies. Any info you provide on your pet will be helpful regardless!

A typical day

As an owner of a higher energy dog, I understand the importance of both physical and mental stimulation. I will walk and/or play with your dog, whatever you prefer! I have gone through obedience training with my dog so I am more than willing to practice commands and fun training exercises that you may have to keep your pet sharp. In addition to the dogs, I have also been the owner of a low energy cat, so I also understand that sometimes all an animal needs is some extra cuddling and head scratches. Whatever your animal needs, you can rest assured that I will provide it. I can stay at home with your animal if you prefer. If you are okay with me taking them to a park, I love to walk along Talleyrand in Bellefonte or on Fisherman’s Paradise.. even just around town!

Location

State College, PA

Samantha K.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Caring Adult with Prof. Experience

Pet care experience

I have worked in professional boarding for 5 years along with some in-home visits. I am trained to handle mostly dogs and cats in a wide variety of sizes, temperaments, and medical issues. I also have training in sub-dermal injections. In addition, my home consists of two crazy pups that we love to death. So while I have the professional experience, I will also treat your pets with the same love and caring that I would my own!

Reviews

Grace H.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 07, 2026
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Samantha took great care of our cat, Pepper! She shared lots of photos and was very responsive!

Maura O.
Drop-In Visits • Jul 06, 2026
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Once again Samantha was great and I was thankful I was able to book her somewhat last minute! She made sure my cat got all of her medicine, which is not always an easy task, and went above and beyond by bringing in mail/ packages and watering some of my plants (which I did not ask her to do).

Nathan R.
Drop-In Visits • Jun 18, 2026
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Would definitely recommend for others and use again. Is super easy to work with!

Nichole H.
Drop-In Visits • Mar 15, 2026
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Samantha took such great care of our pets! She helped us out last minute, and our pets loved her! She was very diligent in providing updates and photos, and I would definitely recommend.

About Samantha K.

Communication

14 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I understand the importance of trust and patience when it comes to handling any animal. My years in professional boarding has shown me how stressful these situations can be for an animal (especially my own, we have a very anxious puppy!). I will take great care of your pets by building trust and giving them as much space and time as they need to become acclimated to me!

Information Samantha K. would like to know about your pet

I would just like to be informed of any triggers your animal may have and ways you that you handle these situations. I would also love to know of any restrictions and allergies. Any info you provide on your pet will be helpful regardless!

A typical day

As an owner of a higher energy dog, I understand the importance of both physical and mental stimulation. I will walk and/or play with your dog, whatever you prefer! I have gone through obedience training with my dog so I am more than willing to practice commands and fun training exercises that you may have to keep your pet sharp. In addition to the dogs, I have also been the owner of a low energy cat, so I also understand that sometimes all an animal needs is some extra cuddling and head scratches. Whatever your animal needs, you can rest assured that I will provide it. I can stay at home with your animal if you prefer. If you are okay with me taking them to a park, I love to walk along Talleyrand in Bellefonte or on Fisherman’s Paradise.. even just around town!

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Samantha K.

State College, PA

5.0 out of 5 stars
42 reviews