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Samara J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Samara J.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $35 per visit

Highlights

Basic background check
10 years of experience
Can administer medication
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Treating Your Pets Like Family

Pet care experience: With over 10 years of hands-on experience, I’ve worked at a dog daycare, volunteered in veterinary clinics, and assisted in both domestic and wildlife rehab and rescue. I’m comfortable administering vaccines, flea treatments, oral meds, and injections for both dogs and cats. I understand that daycare or kennel-style boarding isn’t the best fit for every dog—some thrive in a quiet, structured home where they can decompress and feel secure. I’m best suited for low to moderate energy dogs who enjoy calm routines, plenty of affection, and a steady rhythm. While I do work full-time Monday - Thursday. Mornings and evenings are dedicated to pet care, and weekends are fully devoted to your pup’s comfort and well-being.

Cat care experience

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Kitties welcome

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

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Safety, Trust & Environment: Because I focus on house sitting, I provide care for pets in the comfort of their own home, where they feel most secure. I specialize in dogs who are moderate to low energy and thrive with structure and a quiet, consistent routine. I only accept dogs who are fully house trained, crate trained, and well-mannered. I do not accept dogs who are not yet potty trained or who have severe behavioral issues. My goal is to create a peaceful, safe experience for both pets and owners.

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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34 ratings
Anders W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jul 01, 2026

Amazing, responsive, courteous, I have nothing bad to say at all!

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Martin A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jun 05, 2026

Samara is wonderful and our sheltie loves her, we are grateful to have her taking care of our pup!

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Ken M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 25, 2026

Samara is an amazing dog whisperer. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does and maintains constant communication throughout. I highly recommend anyone looking for a dog sitter, home sitter. Much appreciated Samara!

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Eva M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • May 21, 2026

Samara was very attentive to my cats needs and sent picture updates me put me at ease. Highly recommend!

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Patricia A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Jan 02, 2026

Samara was amazing with our Luna. She took excellent care of both our home and Luna, followed all of our care instructions, and kept us updated with photos throughout the stay. She even accepted a last-minute booking on New Year’s Eve, which we were extremely grateful for. Samara has great communication skills, and it’s clear that she truly sees and cares for dogs as if they were her own. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for someone trustworthy, attentive, and loving. We are very grateful for her kindness and care toward Luna.

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Carlos S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
House Sitting • Oct 07, 2025

Did absolutely amazing and was available for a very last minute sitting

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Schedule: I start my day around 6 AM with potty breaks and feeding. I work Monday- Thursday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, so I’m best suited for dogs who are comfortable being home during that window or are used to a structured day. I’m not able to accommodate dogs who require potty breaks every 2–4 hours or who have severe separation anxiety. That said, I offer lots of love, structure, and attention before and after work, and I’m available for full care on weekends.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Samara can host up to 4 drop-ins per day
Please let me know if your dog has any special needs, behaviors, or quirks that I should be aware of so I can provide the best possible care. My preference is for calm, moderate to low energy dogs who are fully house trained and crate trained. I do not accept dogs who are not yet potty trained, have severe behavioral issues, or require very high-intensity exercise. This ensures a safe, structured, and peaceful experience during their stay.
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.