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Samantha S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat pet owners
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Samantha S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
4 repeat pet owners
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Near North Side, Chicago, IL

Highlights

Samantha has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Home full-time
Can administer medication
Special needs experience

Pet care experience

Sam’s Gold Coast Pet Hotel 💖✨🐶

Hello, I just love animals and I work from home. I wake up early everyday & cherish the mornings. I can take your pet out every hour or give them special attention every hour. I also live nearby Washington Square dog park. I love to stroll with pets and let them explore and enjoy this safe neighborhood. My apartment is clean and secure and I do not own any other animals. There is a door man and other friendly dogs in the building. Pets love looking out of my windows and enjoying the sunset. It is full of sunlight in my space. I have helped care for all types of animals of all ages. I research every breed I watch and am very ocd about making sure they have their needs met so if you have a working breed we will do exercises at the park or long walks/ runs at the lakefront. My cousin is studying to be a vet and works at an animal hospital. I have helped him with animal care and learned a lot. I follow instructions very carefully and will pamper your pet.

Cat care experience

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Sam from Gold Coast

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

Qualifications

4 repeat pet owners
84% response rate
Usually responds in around an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
20 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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15 ratings
Carol K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • 04 Oct 2026

My first experience with Samantha and it won’t be my last. She. Was so welcoming to me and treated our little Leo like a prince. He looked happy and settled in all the photos and videos she sent and he was very calm and happy still when I picked him up. I’m so fortunate to have met her.

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Anna T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • 20 Sep 2026

Samantha was great!! Without her help and flexibility, we wouldn't have been able to show our family members around the city in the way we had planned for. We were able to make the memories we did because of her :) Samantha, your kindness and continued communication with us throughout Hershey's stay with you was greatly appreciated. Wishing you all the best :D

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Nancy N.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • 20 Sep 2026

Great experience! Samantha was perfect for Louie. Very accommodating and responsive. We were first time Rover customers. All aspects were smooth.

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Margarita R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • 02 Sep 2026

Samantha was excellent! She communicated with me often and gave updates throughout my dog’s stay. My dog was happy and tired when I picked him up so I know she stuck to his usual routine and played with him. I will definitely be booking her again!

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Devang V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • 24 Aug 2026

Samantha did a great job of taking care of Loki. Took him on lots of walk and made him feel at home. She sent a lot of updates with pictures which was really nice. Would highly recommend.

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Aidan L.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • 21 Aug 2026

Samantha is fantastic! She’s very communicative and proactive about providing updates throughout the day. She even bought Frankie a special treat from a local dog bakery, which she loved. I would highly recommend her!

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Schedule

I work from home and am available to care for them on whatever schedule you need. It is a stress free environment. I love to be outdoors or relaxing with the pets on my couch. I can take them to the dog park for an hour during the day and multiple walks! The lakefront is only a few minutes away & I live a healthy quiet life. I usually take them at least 3-4 walks a day even if small.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a flat
Does not have a garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 0-2 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I think of my style as pampering your pet with the utmost care. It gives me a huge boost of joy, purpose, & love to make them comfortable and happy. I love to make the experience like a stay at a luxury hotel for them lol! We will also probably visit the Pet Bakery on Delaware. I always have the highest quality treats on hand with clean ingredients.

A typical day

I live nearby a dog park & will also take your pet on solo walks in my neighborhood. I believe in intentional slow living and will take my time to let them sniff around. I love to play with them and will treat them like a human baby lol. I always keep a bag of fresh tennis balls. I don’t mind preparing special meals or getting amazing treats and doing special activities with your loved one. I can take them to exercise at the dog park, along the lakefront, or whatever you would like me to do.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Samantha can host up to 2 pets per night
Let me know if you have special requests or your pet has special needs. Please let me know if they have allergies as I do love to spoil them during their stay. I have no pets but I am able to host up to two at a time if it aligns and fits each pet’s needs. I am also happy to host one pet at a time if you need solo care. Just let me know so I can plan & accommodate! My cousin works at an animal hospital where I have gone to help him care for animals and learned a lot. I also have helped him pet sit and care for his Vet who owns ten animals. I also have an aunt with 8 cats.
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