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Samuel E.

5.0 out of 5 stars
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Samuel E.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Boarding

$47 total per night

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

Dog lover, former PetsMart employee

My entire life I’ve taken care of dogs; in addition to experience growing up with family pets, both big & small, older and puppies, I also worked as a PetSmart pet hotel night staffer - feeding, walking, and keeping an eye on all pets the entire evening. I also gained valuable experience in college owning my own dog, ensuring I was always available for walks, playtime, and pets constantly throughout the day.

Qualifications

70% response rate
Usually responds in under 12 hours
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

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Lexi H.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • jun. 29, 2026

My dog stayed with Sam and his fiancée Morgane for a 2.5-week stay and I can't recommend or thank them enough. Right before the stay my dog had a Lyme's disease flare up which required rest and medication. I was nervous about leaving him for so long while sick, but felt at ease during drop-off when Sam assured me it was no big deal. They sent me lots of updates (including videos of how Ozzie was doing) and made sure I had the communication I needed/wanted, and that Ozzie got all his meds. They were both so easy to coordinate pickup/drop off with, and Ozzie had a great time with lots of play (once better) and attention! Thank you Sam and Morgane - Ozzie can't wait for the next "vacation"!

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Kaden S.
abr. 21, 2025

Sam was the primary owner of a Chocolate Labrador Retriever, Brandy, that we jointly cared for during our time in college. Sam was a fantastic companion and caregiver to Brandy. If there was ever a question about his availability to give her ample quality time, he made sure to make up for it by getting me involved. Brandy never felt lonely, hungry, or cooped up, which is incredibly hard to do in downtown Philadelphia. Sam went out of his way to find other dog owners and make sure Brandy got to socialize with them. He puts the needs of all pets first and gives them immeasurable love.

Theresa E.
abr. 07, 2025

Sam is a caretaker. He made sure that the fraternity dog was properly cared for. The vet said she was the happiest and healthiest frat dog that he had ever seen. Sam was the overnight caretaker in a Pet Smart and he was particularly in tune with every dog’s need. At home he was the first to notice when one of our dogs was not well. He checks on the dogs water bowl as soon as he walks in the door. Dogs have an affinity to him and he to them .He brought the dog snack jar to the hotel where he works. The dogs are customers as well. I would trust Sam with any dog - he loves them and cares for them and sees their needs. Theresa Eichenwald

Alex S.
abr. 05, 2025

Sam is a highly capable pet sitter. In his interactions and time looking after my dog and a dog of our mutual friend, he has shown excellent understanding of dog behavior / training, attentive communication with the dog owners, and trustworthiness to respond to unforeseen circumstances. Sam is the first person I ask when I need a pet sitter, and he should be yours too!

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I live with my fiancée so I have two people available for dog care. I work full-time as a Food & Beverage Manager at hotels in Boston and she works in banquets, so our schedules change every week and I am looking to get more dogs in my life on a day-to-day basis. A little extra cash is helpful, but most importantly we would love to have more dogs in our life 🙂

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

I have an apartment in a building that is incredibly pet-friendly. I also live directly next to a veterinarian as an added bonus. I also have a car and scooter and would happily go to any clients’ home.

A typical day

We loveeee taking dogs we sit to Prospect Hill Park! It’s great for playtime and getting that extra energy out. Otherwise, some very well-deserved cuddles for your pets are always in store.

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Non-neutered males accepted, spayed females only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Samuel can host up to 1 pet per night
I would say the only caveat is *sometimes* my fiancée and I will work the same shift, maybe once or twice a week, resulting in a walk around 2:30p pre-shift and 11p after-shift. I think it’s important to be upfront about that, and know if that time frame would be acceptable for your pets.
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.

These prices are for 1 dog, including a booking fee of 11%.