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Samantha M.

Kitchener, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Samantha can care for

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

Availability

📅 Flexible scheduling available! Services Overview 🏠 House Sitting rate includes 14 hours of overnight care + one daytime visit 😽 Drop-In rate includes up to 3 cats/exotics 🐶 Dog Walking rate includes up to 2 dogs per booking, single household only - See profile for details - Please feel free to message me for help creating an exotic pet profile!

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About Samantha M.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

🛟 I offer single household walks only, ensuring your loved ones receive my full attention at all times. Structured safety protocols, including risk management, emergency preparedness, weather monitoring, and careful adherence to your instructions guide my approach to pet care.

Information Samantha M. would like to know about your pet

Tell me about your pet's personality, medical needs, leash skills, and any triggers (other animals, objects, environment, etc.) so I can provide the safest and most comfortable experience possible.

A typical day

🏠 House Sitting Includes care for up to 3 pets for 14 consecutive hours overnight in your home, plus one 30-minute daytime visit. Households with 3 dogs may incur an additional pet fee based on the care needs of your pets. Please contact me so I can provide an accurate quote. During the overnight stay, I can provide companionship, light brushing, feeding, two 45-minute dog walks (in addition to potty breaks), litter cleaning, playtime, and medication (if needed). I'll follow your pet's routine and provide frequent updates. If your pets require care outside of the included 14-hour overnight window + daytime visit, additional services can be booked separately: 🦎 Drop-In Care for Cats & Exotics Includes care for up to 3 cats/exotics. Households with 4 or more pets will incur an additional pet fee based on the number and care needs of your pets. Please contact me so I can provide an accurate quote. 🐶 Dog Walking Service For the safety of both the dogs and myself, I walk a maximum of 2 dogs at a time. Households with 3 or more dogs will need to book an additional Dog Walk so the remaining dog(s) can be walked separately. This pricing structure allows you to customize your booking based on your pets' individual care needs while ensuring they receive safe, attentive care.

Location

Kitchener, ON

Samantha M.'s Neighborhood

Pets

Safety First Care | 3 for 1 Pricing

Pet care experience

New to Rover? 🎁 Get $20 off your first booking! 🎁 Use my promo code SAMANM59196 at checkout. Looking for professional, reliable pet care you can feel good about? I provide safety-focused care backed by Canadian Red Cross Pet First Aid and Professional Pet Care Association training. 🐾 Communication & Safety My background in social work has strengthened my skills in observation, communication, and risk assessment. I'm experienced in staying calm under pressure, recognizing changes in behaviour or health, and responding carefully in unexpected situations. You'll receive regular updates, photos and/or videos, and clear communication throughout my time with your pet(s). 🐾 Experience I have experience caring for dogs, cats, senior pets, and exotic animals. I'm comfortable administering oral and topical medications, adapting to each pet's routine and personality, and monitoring their comfort and wellness. My goal is to give your pets a positive, low-stress experience while giving you peace of mind that they're in capable, safe hands. ❤️

Cat care experience

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Safety First Care | 3 for 1 Pricing

Samantha also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Sharon R.
House Sitting • Jun 29, 2026
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Samantha was extremely attentive and provided updates through the stay with pictures and videos. 100% recommended!

Sunny M.
Jun 10, 2026

Over the last five years, Sam has been an amazing caregiver to my dog and two cats. Sam is my go-to petsitter because of her attention to detail and dedication to providing a great service.

Euclid P.
Jun 10, 2026

Sam is super caring and understands pet body language. She has earned the trust of many spicy and skeptical pets, including my cat! I would absolutely get her to care for my spicy baby again, and would highly recommend her service to others.

Jaylyn F.
Jun 09, 2026

Samantha was an outstanding pet sitter and took excellent care of our dog while we were away. She was reliable, professional, and kept us updated with regular messages and photos, which gave us great peace of mind. It was clear that Samantha genuinely cared about our dog's well-being and made sure all needs were met. She provided regular walks, plenty of attention, and excellent care throughout our time away. Our dog was happy and well cared for when we returned home. We greatly appreciated Samantha's attention to detail, communication, and kindness. Knowing our dog was getting exercise through daily walks and receiving such attentive care made it much easier for us to be away. We would not hesitate to book with her again and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy, caring, and dependable pet sitter and dog walker.

About Samantha M.

Communication

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

15 years of experience
Oral medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

🛟 I offer single household walks only, ensuring your loved ones receive my full attention at all times. Structured safety protocols, including risk management, emergency preparedness, weather monitoring, and careful adherence to your instructions guide my approach to pet care.

Information Samantha M. would like to know about your pet

Tell me about your pet's personality, medical needs, leash skills, and any triggers (other animals, objects, environment, etc.) so I can provide the safest and most comfortable experience possible.

A typical day

🏠 House Sitting Includes care for up to 3 pets for 14 consecutive hours overnight in your home, plus one 30-minute daytime visit. Households with 3 dogs may incur an additional pet fee based on the care needs of your pets. Please contact me so I can provide an accurate quote. During the overnight stay, I can provide companionship, light brushing, feeding, two 45-minute dog walks (in addition to potty breaks), litter cleaning, playtime, and medication (if needed). I'll follow your pet's routine and provide frequent updates. If your pets require care outside of the included 14-hour overnight window + daytime visit, additional services can be booked separately: 🦎 Drop-In Care for Cats & Exotics Includes care for up to 3 cats/exotics. Households with 4 or more pets will incur an additional pet fee based on the number and care needs of your pets. Please contact me so I can provide an accurate quote. 🐶 Dog Walking Service For the safety of both the dogs and myself, I walk a maximum of 2 dogs at a time. Households with 3 or more dogs will need to book an additional Dog Walk so the remaining dog(s) can be walked separately. This pricing structure allows you to customize your booking based on your pets' individual care needs while ensuring they receive safe, attentive care.

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.
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Samantha M.

Kitchener, ON

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews