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Samuel R.

30 years of experience
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Samuel R.

30 years of experience

Contact for Drop-In Visits

$39 total per visit

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Highlights

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

Pet care experience

1-on-1 Personalized Care

What You & Your Dog Can Expect: 1-on-1 Personalized Care: No bulk walking or crowded group outings—your dog gets my full focus. Trail & Weather Prepared: Experienced with local mountain weather, trail safety, and keeping paws safe in all conditions. Comprehensive Drop-In Visits: Clean water refreshes, feeding, yard clean-up, medicine administration (if needed), and plenty of play and affection. Real-Time Communication: Detailed visit reports, route tracking, and high-resolution photo updates sent immediately after every visit. I keep a limited daily client list to ensure every pet receives prompt, unhurried, and exceptionally attentive care.

Qualifications

30 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

Because I focus exclusively on dog walking and drop-in visits, all primary care takes place where your pets feel safest and most comfortable—right in their own home or neighborhood environment. Drop-In Visits at Your Home: During drop-in visits, I follow your exact household routine to keep your pets calm and stress-free. This includes fresh food and water refills, backyard potty breaks, litter box or yard clean-up, medicine administration if required, and dedicated indoor playtime or cuddles. I also handle basic home security checks (ensuring doors, gates, and windows are locked) and can bring in mail or packages upon request. Outdoor Walks & Excursions: For dog walking, I provide attentive, 1-on-1 walks tailored to your dog’s age, energy level, and leash manners. I strictly adhere to your preferred neighborhood routes, safety protocols, and local trail guidelines, ensuring your dog stays safe, hydrated, and fully exercised before returning home happy and relaxed. Safety & Security Standards: I treat your home with the utmost respect and privacy. Keys, lockbox codes, and entry details are kept completely secure. After every visit, I make sure your home is locked up securely and send you a detailed update with photos so you know your pet and home are in good hands.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

As a remote software professional working flexible hours from home, I have complete control over my daily calendar. This flexibility allows me to easily step away throughout the day for midday drop-in visits, energetic neighborhood walks, and dedicated 1-on-1 pet care without feeling rushed. Whether your dog needs a morning energy burn before you head out, a quick lunch-hour potty break and refresh, or an late-afternoon walk, my work-from-home setup ensures prompt, reliable, and highly responsive service every day.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Samuel can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let me know if any needs your animal might have including medicine, diet, or exercise preferences. I will be happy to accommodate these needs. Thank you
These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

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.

Prices include all fees.