Rut N.
Rut N.
Highlights
Pet care experience
Mickey’s Dachshund Hotel
I’m here honoring my dog Mickey who lived to be 19.8 years old and brought me so much joy. He crossed the rainbow bridge in September 2024. I am open to all small breeds not heavier > 30 lbs, but I specialize in dachshunds and its mixes. Senior dogs and with special needs are very welcome! Since officially opening in May 2025, my pet hotel is perfect for pet parents traveling internationally on the weekend or taking extended long weekend such as weddings. Between paperwork, regulations, and constant check-ins, bringing pets along sometimes can be stressful and costly. Mickey was lucky as he always had family to care for him when I travelled abroad. Now, I want to offer that peace of mind to you. Your pup will be treated like a family member. I only board one dog a day unless they are from the same household. A FREE 15-min meet and greet is REQUIRED for all services. Please use this time to introduce me to your pet and tell me more about them.
Qualifications
Ratings and reviews
Rut did an amazing job, and our pup was so excited to see her again! She's an excellent communicator, professional, and took lots of great photos on the walk. Will absolutely book again. Thanks Rut!
I’ve been using Rut for a couple of years now and she’s great! My dog loves her and I love that I don’t have to worry about him when he’s with her. She gives thorough updates which helps a lot when I’m away from my dog. She is attentive, communicative, and treats my dog like he’s her own.
This was Madi’s second boarding with Rut, and once again, she was wonderful with him! Madi is a very finicky dog, can panic during thunderstorms, and sometimes needs to be hand-fed, so I really appreciate having someone who is patient and attentive to his needs. Rut took great care of him and provided several updates throughout his stay, which gave me so much peace of mind. I knew Madi was in good hands the entire time. I’m so glad I found someone I can trust and will definitely be booking Rut again! Highly recommend! ❤️
Rut was great as always! I’ve used her services multiple times and intend to continue asking her for future trips. She provides me with detailed updates and nice photos showcasing my dog’s playful and restful moments.
Rut and her husband are the best! So many updates and Reuben is always so happy to see them. Thank you!!
Rut has been my dog’s sitter multiple times now, and she’s always been trustworthy and reliable. I received several updates to confirm that my dog has been taking his medicine, eating his meals, and going to the bathroom as usual. She also keeps her space tidy and my dog’s paws and fur clean!
Calendar and availability
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Schedule
My doggy hotel only opens Wednesdays-Mondays as I’m mostly home since I’m on hybrid schedule from work. Your dog will have at least four guaranteed potty breaks throughout the day (for boarding service) as Mickey had potty breaks every three hours up until bed time. I’d give your dog the same level of care and attention that Mickey received. With your permission for outdoor activities or social events, I could take your dog for an adventure in the city. The more information you provide me about your dog, the more I can adjust the activities.
Where your pet will stay
Home characteristics
Safety, trust & environment
***Drop off/Pick Up for Boarding: 8AM-9PM *** ** Rover automatically applies an Extended Care rate for dog boarding/day care/house sitting if the pick-up time is significantly later than the drop-off time. But I’m reasonable so I may just drop that fee. If you have to pick up your dog AFTER 9PM please add an extra night for morning pick up as I’m in bed early. *If you need to cancel any Booking, please do it at least seven (7) days before the booking to avoid penalty for you and for me from Rover. Please finish reading until the end as it includes important information. I will care for your dog in my comfortable, two-bedroom, two-bath apartment in a relatively safe street of Mount Vernon Triangle close to a park. My building is pet friendly and is equipped with elevators. As a former senior dog mom, I’m very alert and have a high attention to detail (e.g: pieces of glass, big dogs, traffic, dog waste, etc). My house is equipped with elevated dog bowls, dog gate, bathtub, fridge-filtered water, dog beds, Ruff ‘n Ruffus XL foldable playpen, Furbo dog camera, clean toys washed after every visit, dog carriers, and more—just let me know what your dog needs, and I’ll make sure she/he feels right at home! For a longer-term stay, I love instructions. The more details you give me, the better. I’m petite (5’1”), so I generally care for dogs between 16–30 lbs—think queen bed–friendly pups like corgis, beagles, and frenchies. 🐾 Dogs over 30 lbs may be accepted on a case-by-case basis, depending on their reviews, a Q&A with their pawrents, and an evaluation during a meet & greet. **New client** requests for stays longer than 4 nights require a daycare stay—for me to see how the dog behaves in my care and for the fur baby to get acclimated to my household especially if the dog never has 3 times 30-min walk with me. I currently turn off my doggy daycare option for new client, but I’ will make it available to you. I always allow the dogs on my bed. For a stay longer than **two nights**, please **bathe** your fur baby a few days before drop off so he/she will feel clean and fresh during his stay with me. Most dogs are also more comfortable with their owners bathing them :) I always wiped my Mickey’s paws with dampened cloth/baby wipes after returning from a walk and I will do the same to yours. If your dog is not used to it, please ***desensitize*** them to paw cleaning a week before his/her stay. For your dog’s health and safety, all state-required vaccinations must be up to date. Dogs over four months old residing in the DC is required to have a license, with proof of rabies and distemper vaccinations and sterilization required for licensing.
A typical day
I will try to match your dog’s energy and activity preferences. Let me know what fun activities you do with your dog—even if that just means lots of pets and snuggles! I honestly prefer not to leave your dog alone, but there are some cases where I have to be away (e.g: workout classes) so please let me know how to make your dog feel at home securely. I always make sure to walk your dog before leaving the house. If your dog is generally crated during the day at home so he/she can sleep and take a nap—please let me know. I have a foldable XL playpen that can make your dog feel secure while he/she takes a nap. If you think it’s better to bring your dog’s own crate, please do so.
- 0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbsDogs over 1 year oldSpayed and neutered dogs onlyNo females in heatRut can host up to 1 pet per night
- If your dog has to take vitamins or medication, special diets, eye problems, health problems, his/her vet, and preferred emergency hospital—especially for senior dogs. Sharing your dog’s routine is so important so I can cater to his/her needs. • quirks (e.g: skittish) • if they are better crated during the day • feeding schedule and portion (e.g:1 cup/meal) • sleeping routine • morning routine • walk routine • what triggers she/he to bark (e.g: maintenance staff) • walk habit (e.g: pulling) • basic commands (e.g: it’s bed time) • your dog birthday so he/she can get special treatment on the special day! 🎊🎉🎂🥳 Cheers, Ruth Disclaimer: I may feature photos of your dog on my profile for marketing purposes. If you prefer your dog not to be included, please message me directly.