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Ruth E.

South End, Boston, MA

4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews
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Services

These prices are for 1 dog.

Prices include all fees.

Ruth can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I work from home on Mondays and Fridays, so I am flexible to do walks or check-ins throughout the day Friday-Monday. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays are a little less flexible, but I’m happy to help out early mornings (before 8am) or evenings (after 6pm-ish). I am available for house sitting Thursday through Monday night. Please feel free to reach out if I can be of any help, and I look forward to meeting your furry friends!

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About Ruth E.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for pets in your home, I treat it like it’s my own. I always leave a space clean and exactly as I found it. In terms of how a day is structured, I wake up pretty early and can take dogs out right away. After taking care of the basics, I take them out for a walks and play outside. At night, I’ll curl up with them (if that’s their style!) and take care of final needs before bedtime.

Information Ruth E. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs and relevant dietary information. I would love to know a little about their behavior and preferences as well.

A typical day

During a day of pet care, I provide activities, cuddles, and full attention to your animals. I love to tire dogs out with long walks and playing, then veg out with them in the evening!

Location

Boston, MA

Ruth E.'s Neighborhood

Flexible, Safe, Loving Caregiver

Pet care experience

Hi, I’m Ruthie. I have been an animal lover for as long as I can remember! I started my experience with animal care with my many childhood pets, including a cat, dog, budgies, fish, and a tortoise. I started pet-sitting at age 12, where I would care for my neighbors' pets when they went on vacation. I would feed, walk/ relieve, and always give cuddles to the pet(s) when possible. I have lots of recent experience taking care of dogs and cats long-term, both in my home and house-sitting. I am currently living in the South End of Boston and am available for walks, check-ins, and housesitting. I have a car and am willing to travel a reasonable distance, and could transport your pet if that was ever necessary.

Reviews

Erin T.
House Sitting • May 30, 2026
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As always, Ruth was great with our energetic boxer!

Erin T.
House Sitting • May 18, 2026
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Ruth has stayed with our energetic boxer a few times. When we return home, he is always happy and the house is always well taken care of. Highly recommend.

Erin T.
House Sitting • Jan 19, 2026
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Ruth always provides great care for our energetic Boxer, is communicative, and the apartment is spotless. Highly recommend!

Anne K.
Drop-In Visits • Sep 01, 2025
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Ruth was fantastic, communicative & respectful- came home to a happy and healthy cat. Will definitely be using her again!

About Ruth E.

Communication

9 repeat pet parents
88% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

9 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

When caring for pets in your home, I treat it like it’s my own. I always leave a space clean and exactly as I found it. In terms of how a day is structured, I wake up pretty early and can take dogs out right away. After taking care of the basics, I take them out for a walks and play outside. At night, I’ll curl up with them (if that’s their style!) and take care of final needs before bedtime.

Information Ruth E. would like to know about your pet

Please let me know if your pet has any special needs and relevant dietary information. I would love to know a little about their behavior and preferences as well.

A typical day

During a day of pet care, I provide activities, cuddles, and full attention to your animals. I love to tire dogs out with long walks and playing, then veg out with them in the evening!

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Ruth E.

South End, Boston, MA

4.9 out of 5 stars
24 reviews