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Samantha S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client
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Samantha S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
1 repeat client

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $14 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Animal lover through and through!

I've taken care of family and friends pets of all kinds and sizes. No animal is too tricky for me, I love a pet that is just as unique as their mom or dad!

Cat care experience

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Cats are purrrfect to me!

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

Qualifications

1 repeat pet parent
90% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fully fenced in acre of land and a brand new car that is reliable for any pick up needs. I also have multiple pet beds and toys at my house if any time there is requested. We lost our fur baby in January so my house may still have her scent in spots. I've lived in Gainesville for 6 years, but have known the roads of Gainesville for 12, so I am very comfortable with the town and know the best walking spots!

Ratings and reviews

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Ericka A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 19, 2026

Thank you for taking care of my babies. I look forward to working with you in the future.

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Micki L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Aug 02, 2026

Samantha is wonderful! She is flexible, easy going, and shows sincere care and love for my dogs, Teddy and Lou. I found her very helpful in terms of transportation for the dogs too. My dogs enjoyed their time with her and her husband. I am definitely planning to use her services again.

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Heather M.
Jul 31, 2026

Sam is the best aunt to my babies. She is one of the only people I trust to take care of my 100+ pound goldendoodle who struggles with reactivity issues. She gives the best cat cuddles too (my cat openly prefers her over me). Sam is a great caretaker and anyone would be lucky to have her care for their fur babies.

Barb F.
Jul 23, 2026

We have known Samantha for a long time and she has always been a kind trustworthy person. She has taken care of our dogs on many occasions without any problems. Our dogs love her and get very excited to see her. We can count on her to take care of them for a day or longer. Samantha would make an excellent addition to any company providing animal services.

Carol F.
Jul 22, 2026

Samantha has always loved dogs. She has helped me with all my dogs throughout the years, and she has been especially helpful with my current dog Maggie. Samantha is always willing to stay and take care of her while I travel, she walks Maggie whenever she comes to visit, she loves playing with Maggie and always watches out for her safety while playing in the yard. Samantha truly loves my dog, and I greatly appreciate that.

Nicole H.
Jul 22, 2026

For as long as I have known Samantha she has been an animal lover. She grew up having pets her whole life and still continues to be around them. I have a 13 year old dog that she has frequently watched for me. The love and attention she gives him is just like myself. She also listens well to the instructions of his medicine and anything else I tell her. I definitely trust her with my dog!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I'm currently available Monday-Friday with occasional weekends. I am in between jobs so my schedule can fit your needs! I even don't mind hanging out with your fur baby more than once a day if needed.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Samantha can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your pet has any special needs or commands, as well as if they have any triggers I should avoid if we are out and about. I want your pet to be just as comfortable with me as they are with you. I am married to an animal lover as well, if it's alright with you he may join us on a few walks if it's around lunch time.
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.