Samara D.
Samara D.
Contact for Boarding
from $30 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
WFH Sitter | All-Day Attention
I have been caring for animals since childhood and have always had pets throughout my adult life. Animals have always been a big part of my world, and caring for them comes naturally to me. Pet sitting allows me to provide the love, attention, and consistency I would give my own pets.
Cat care experience
Samara also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
O my goodness! We are so grateful to have found Samara on here!!! We have not had the best luck at our last 2 boarding facilities for multiple reasons. Our dog lost 5-6lbs each time she gone, was locked in the kennel most of the day, was not allowed to play with dogs because she was "skittish" with other dogs, and experienced so much anxiety the entire time. Samara is a God-send! She kept me updated daily on how Lucky, our princess, was eating, sleeping, and on the new friends she made! The pictures and videos of her playing every day made us feel so at ease. It was so nice to see her happy, playing with other dogs, and being well taken care of while we were away for work. We highly recommend Samara and we will be using her again! Thank you Samara for allowing for a meet and great, for accommodating my late return hours, for keeping us updated regularly each day, and for taking such good care of our princess!
Lilibet is always well taken care of and looks forward to going
Samara was great. Prompt communication and very flexible. My granddog really enjoyed herself during daycare. Will definitely book again next time we ate in town.
Samara was very responsive and an excellent communicator. She was open to a meet and greet prior to the scheduled dog sitting. Her home was very nice and set up well for dogs. I have zero complaints and we'll happily use her again.
Samara was wonderful!
Lilibet always loves going to Samara’s! She is always excited when I drop her off!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
Pet care fits really naturally into my daily routine since I work from home full time. I’m home most of the day, so dogs are not left alone for long and get plenty of attention throughout the day. My schedule is pretty consistent, which makes it easy to stick to feeding times, potty breaks, and whatever routine your dog is used to. I can also adjust my day around their needs, whether that is more frequent potty breaks, playtime, or just a calm space to relax. While I am home most of the day, I do occasionally have another client to visit, need to run an errand, or have a family obligation. Because of this, drop-off and pick-up times are scheduled times, not flexible estimates. I work these times into my daily routine and plan my other commitments around them, so please plan to arrive within the drop-off or pick-up window you select. If you’re running late or your plans change, please let me know as soon as possible. If I’m able to accommodate a different time, I absolutely will! However, I may have another commitment scheduled and may not be available at the new time. If I’m unable to accommodate the change, I’ll offer the next available time that works with my schedule. On the occasional times I do have to step out, like a short errand, another client visit, or family activity, I make sure all dogs are safely set up. If they are crate trained, I will crate them. If not, I use gates to keep everyone separated so they stay comfortable and safe.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
I run a pretty calm, structured home, but also one where dogs are treated like part of the family. Most of their day is spent hanging out, playing, and getting comfortable instead of being stuck in a kennel environment. Safety is a big deal to me. I pay close attention to personalities and never leave dogs from different households alone together unsupervised. If I need to step away or can’t watch them directly, I separate everyone using crates or baby gates depending on what they’re used to. I take the time to learn each dog and what makes them comfortable. Some want to play all day, some just want a cozy spot and a nap, and I adjust to that. I also follow your instructions closely so their routine stays as normal as possible. If I’m doing drop ins, I’m respectful of your home and make sure your pet is comfortable in their own space. You’ll always get updates so you know how they’re doing, because I know how important that peace of mind is.
Pets
A typical day
A typical day here is pretty relaxed and based around the dogs. We usually start the morning with potty breaks and a slow start, then ease into the day with some playtime or just hanging out. Some dogs love to chase a ball or play with toys, and others are perfectly happy finding a cozy spot and watching everything going on. Since I’m home most of the day, there’s a lot of interaction throughout the day. Whether that is playing, getting pets, or just being near someone, they are not stuck in a kennel or left alone. They tend to get a little spoiled while they’re here. I also have a toddler, so there are little hands around that love to help, always safely and supervised. Because of that, I only take dogs that are comfortable around children. I keep a close eye on energy levels and personalities, so playtime stays safe and not overwhelming. If dogs need breaks, I make sure they have a quiet space to relax. In the evenings, things wind down with more outside time, dinner, and then getting everyone settled in for the night. I try to keep things as close to their normal routine as possible so they feel comfortable while they’re here.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsover 101 lbsNo females in heatSamara can host up to 3 pets per night
- Before booking, I like to know a little about your dog so I can make sure it is a good fit for everyone. Things that are really helpful for me to know are their temperament, how they do around other dogs and children, and if they have any habits like excessive barking, anxiety, or marking. I also like to know if they are crate trained or how they typically do when left alone for short periods. Feeding schedules, medication needs, and anything that helps them feel more comfortable are always important too. The more I know, the better I can keep their routine as normal as possible. I am always honest about what I can and cannot take on, because my goal is to keep things safe, calm, and stress free for every dog in my care.