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Samantha V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients
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Samantha V.

5.0 out of 5 stars
24 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $85 per night

Highlights

Samantha has Star Sitter status!
Basic background check
27 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Loving care when you're not there!

I LOVE dogs! I will treat yours just l like he/she is mine. My boyfriend and I live together and have a golden retriever who is very well socialized – she loves dogs, playing, and is very friendly. Since she is still young, she does have puppy energy and will be excited to see your dog. If your dog doesn't like other dogs, this will not be a good fit. Rover allows me to fill my deep-seated love for dogs while you feel safe knowing that your dog is in great, loving hands. I live in Portland and enjoy an active lifestyle -- I would love your dog to join me! I also enjoy those cozy nights in, doing nothing but cuddling on the couch :) I enjoy bringing dogs to the beach, breweries, the farmers market, and trails, such as Fore River, Quarry Run, and Presumscutt River trail. Since we live in such a dog friendly place, there are many things to do. I am very friendly, communicative, and enjoy providing you updates on what he or she has been up to.

Qualifications

24 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds within a few hours
100% bookings with photo updates
27 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

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87 ratings
Sarah D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 28, 2026

Samantha did such a great job taking care of the dogs! Walking, snuggling, doing meds and generally helping them feel like they were home (they were!) and nothing had really changed (except I wasn't there). She sent me pictures of them so I could feel connected.

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Michelle R.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 05, 2026

Samantha is the best. She’s the only sitter we use for overnights. She takes great care of our dogs and house. She also takes incredible photos of our dogs which make us happy when we are away. I cannot recommend her enough.

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Adrienne J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Feb 08, 2026

What a kind, thoughtful, incredible pet person - Sam is the best!!!!!

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Douglas D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Feb 01, 2026

Hudson loves when he get to send time with Sam and Penny. We feel so happy that Sam is taking care of Hudson. Peace of mind for us, and a great time for Hudson! Thank you so much!

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Douglas D.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 11, 2026

Hudson looks forward to his visits and is so excited when the day finally arrives - he’s happy to be visiting again very soon!

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Adrienne J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 04, 2026

Truly the best sitter and such a kind and caring soul. We are so lucky to have her help with all the critters, they and we couldn’t love her more!!

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Schedule

I have a full time marketing job in Yarmouth. I go in the office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday -- work from home Monday and Friday.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog, 1 cat
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 4-8 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I will take great care of your dog. If your pup needs to follow any sort of rules in your home (staying off furnature, sitting before they eat a meal, etc.), I am happy to learn those rules and continue intuiting them. If you request I say in your home, I will always leave your home just as clearn, or clearner, than when you left it.

Pets

A typical day

I enjoy bringing dogs to the beach, breweries, the farmers market, and walking trails, such as Fore River, Quarry Run, and Presumscutt River trail. I have plenty of experience with dogs who have anxiety, whether they are nervous of new people, other dogs, children, etc. There are other things we can do together to avoid these triggers, or if you prefer, we can just stay in! If you like your dog to follow certain rules, I am happy to learn them and continue instituting those rules.

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
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Samantha can host up to 1 pet per night
I have no preference for breeds -- I love them all equally! I do have a dog so your dog will need to be dog friendly.
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.