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Samantha R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients
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Samantha R.

5.0 out of 5 stars
6 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $65 per night

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

I will treat your pet like my own!

I have had two family dogs throughout my life. I consistently watch my Mom’s dog and my sister’s cat. I absolutely love animals. I am very responsible and would treat the dog like my own! I love puppies all the way up to seniors, they are all special.

Qualifications

6 repeat pet parents
96% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
30% bookings with photo updates
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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23 ratings
Megan R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun. 17, 2026

Samantha was an amazing sitter! Our pup is anxious but he settled in so quickly with her. She was great at communicating with us. It was clear from the photos she sent that our pup was having a great time and making himself at home. We'll definitely try to use Samantha again in the future!

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Kaitlin J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • may. 03, 2026

Apollos second time with Sam & Jack and he was so happy the whole time! They make him feel so loved and at home- can’t wait for next time!

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Karlee P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • oct. 21, 2025

Samantha and her boyfriend were awesome!! They took great care of my pup during my wedding weekend and sent lots of photos updates! Will definitely book with them in the future!

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Lynn C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • oct. 18, 2025

Goose had so much fun!

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Boarding • oct. 07, 2025

Samantha R. cancelled a booking 1 day before it was scheduled to begin.

Alex G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • sep. 30, 2025

Sam made the process easy and allowed me to have a stress free vacation. Sent photo updates and my pup loved her!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I am a teacher and my boyfriend also works from home every day! We live around the corner from the dog park and love to take daily walks around Lincoln Park.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I don’t have any other pets in my apartment, so your fur baby would have their own space. I live in a very safe, pet-friendly neighborhood with great places to walk and great nearby dog parks. My apartment is spacious and can fit any crate. I am happy to use crates or have the dog on my furniture / sleep in bed with me. Whatever you prefer. We are on the first floor - easy to go in and out to let outside to go potty

A typical day

I love getting outdoors and going on walks or to the dog park. I also love to cuddle on the couch with the fur babies! We can play fetch, tug of war, or any games to stimulate and entertain your pet.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Samantha can host up to 1 pet per night
Let me know if your dog doesn’t like men (I live with my boyfriend). I would also want to know any special instructions for caring for your dog, if they are comfortable at dog parks, their temperament, or any other information that would help make their time with me more enjoyable. Lastly, I would like to know if living under the L will bother your pup! (You can hear it fairly well from inside my apartment)
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.