Samantha L.
Wilmette, IL
Services
Samantha can care for
Availability
May have to step out a few times a day, or if I have an outing I would make sure your pup has had plenty of exercise and pets before leaving.
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About Samantha L.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I adhere as closely as possible to the pet’s existing schedule— routine is key! Other than that, if you are comfortable with it, I can take your dog on forest walks, dog parks (only if you’d like, and with ample supervision), or on play dates with my own well-socialized dogs!
Information Samantha L. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know about the dog's history. Is the dog alright walking on a leash? Does he or she bark when hearing sounds/left alone? Is the dog food aggressive/prone to resource guard? Do thunderstorms frighten the dog? No breed preference.
A typical day
We will go on walks around the neighborhood as well as parks. On occasion, if the weather permits and a dog is okay with car-rides, I will take dogs to forests or beaches. I have brought dogs we have boarded to the zoo, downtown, and even Starved Rock State Park! I believe that dog sitting should not consist of having a dog sit at home and be walked-- the dog should also be having his/her own vacation as well which includes a lot of socialization, attention, and new experiences. In addition, basic training repetition is something I feel is very important for bond and development of any dog. I have once taught a dog we were boarding a new trick!
Location
Wilmette, IL
Pets
My friends call me a Dog Whisperer.
Pet care experience
Ever since I was a child, I have had a passion for dogs and animals of all sorts. Growing up in the Philippines, my relatives found it strange to have such compassion for animals. I'd always begged my parents for a dog while doing avid research and volunteering at pet-related jobs to prepare myself if my dream was to come true. When I was 17, my parents finally agreed to get a dog-- but not just any dog. I wanted my dream dog: an Alaskan Malamute. Huge, stubborn, and a daily shedder, it was a huge challenge I took on myself. However, this Malamute was well trained, house-broken, and friendly. I believe I can take care of a dog of any size, temperament, or history. I am a graduate from the University of Illinois in Chicago with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology/Sociology. I volunteered at the Chicago Canine Rescue downtown where we play and walk with shelter dogs. I have copious experience with boarding, walking, and overall loving dogs. As a past dog boarder, I understand the care and attention that must be given to a pup to create a trusting bond with them. For more pictures of our past clients and to get a better idea how I interact with your pup, check out this instagram: powerpuffdogs
Cat care experience
Samantha also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Samantha was really great - she's very responsive and genuinely took the time to learn about our two dogs. They did great in her care - coming home was as if we'd never left.
Samantha took excellent care of our dog and had great communication. We will definitely be using her again in the future!!
Sam was great with on our first experience having her watch our two dogs. The dogs were so happy when I returned, complete with background music playing to keep them company until I arrived home! Looking forward to having Sam back again soon!
Samantha went above and beyond for our giant Newfie. She was very communicative and sent photos and offered to stay a bit longer with him the day we were flying back home. She administered medication and made sure he ate at the right times. He’s also a big mess (slobber and shedding) and I was shocked when I walked in - it was obvious she cleaned up after him which I was not expecting. She was truly amazing :)
About Samantha L.
Communication
Dog skills
Cat skills
Safety, trust & environment
I adhere as closely as possible to the pet’s existing schedule— routine is key! Other than that, if you are comfortable with it, I can take your dog on forest walks, dog parks (only if you’d like, and with ample supervision), or on play dates with my own well-socialized dogs!
Information Samantha L. would like to know about your pet
I would like to know about the dog's history. Is the dog alright walking on a leash? Does he or she bark when hearing sounds/left alone? Is the dog food aggressive/prone to resource guard? Do thunderstorms frighten the dog? No breed preference.
A typical day
We will go on walks around the neighborhood as well as parks. On occasion, if the weather permits and a dog is okay with car-rides, I will take dogs to forests or beaches. I have brought dogs we have boarded to the zoo, downtown, and even Starved Rock State Park! I believe that dog sitting should not consist of having a dog sit at home and be walked-- the dog should also be having his/her own vacation as well which includes a lot of socialization, attention, and new experiences. In addition, basic training repetition is something I feel is very important for bond and development of any dog. I have once taught a dog we were boarding a new trick!
Samantha L.
Wilmette, IL