Ruth K.
Ruth K.
Contact for House Sitting
from $85 per night
Highlights
Pet care experience
Experienced Dog Lover
I’ve been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. Dogs are naturally drawn to me, and even the most sensitive pups feel easily comfortable around me. For over a decade, I’ve taken care of small dogs, medium dogs, and big dogs of all breeds, ages, and temperaments in both small and large capacities. Dog sitting has always been a welcome job for me in even the busiest times of my life and I make sure to meet their needs as well as they meet mine. My life circumstances have not allowed me to have a pet of my own, which makes me all the more happy to spend time with and take care of others’.
Qualifications
Safety, trust & environment
I work closely with owners to understand the needs of their pet and make sure they receive the best care possible. I am respectful of the clients living space while working to meet their pet’s need for consistency, routine, and familiarity in that space while they are away. Note regarding personal cameras: I understand the need to make sure your pet is receiving the best care possible. However, for the sake of personal privacy and mutual transparency, I ask that you please inform me beforehand of the location(s) of any cameras in your home and your intended usage activities during my stay.
Ratings and reviews
Ruth did an amazing job taking care of my dog while I was away on an 11-day work trip. I had never used a sitter before, and was quite stressed about my trip and about being away from my dog for so long. Ruth was so thoughtful about answering all my questions and about getting to know my pup before I left, to make sure that the transition would be as easy as possible for him. She took great care of him during my trip, and I appreciated the many updates and pictures she sent, as well as her conscientiousness about reaching out whenever anything came up that we hadn’t talked about before I left. I really couldn’t have asked for a better experience, and it was so helpful knowing that my dog was in such good and compassionate hands while I was away. I’ll definitely be booking Ruth again for any future trips!
Ruth was very professional and reliable and kept my dog safe and sound at all times also she was able to accommodate my dogs needs in terms of medications on a specific time, regular routine and meals overall it was a great experience for me and my dog I will definitely work with her again
Ruth is a dog whisperer! Our usually timid/shy dog took only a day to warm up to her. Ruth is very responsive and reliable which put our minds at ease while we were out of town. Would definitely book with her again!
Ruth was super helpful, thoughtful, and kind while watching my cat and puppy! I asked for her to pet sit pretty last minute and she went above and beyond to keep my pets happy and comfortable. It was my first time ever leaving my puppy and I felt great leaving her in Ruth’s hands. Would love to have her back next time I’m out of town :)
Ruth was awesome!! George loved her! I would definitely book with her again ??
So genuine and helpful our boy came back so happy from his walk
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Schedule
I’m currently on a hiatus from work which means I have a lot of time on my hands, especially during the work week! My schedule will be updated regularly to account for any preexisting/standing appointments or engagements, but otherwise my availability is quite open!
- Cats0 to 15 lbs16 to 40 lbs41 to 100 lbsRuth can host up to 1 pet per night
- Every dog is different. I have experience watching dogs of all temperaments and energy levels. I’m respectful and cognizant of their physical limitations or social comfort levels, as specified by the client. For short or long stays, it’s important for me to meet and get to know your dog beforehand to understand their unique needs and establish a basic level of trust. Other details that are important for me to know are typical length of walks and frequented routes, social aversions, extent of leash and/or crate training, potty break and hunger cues, medication schedules, comfort levels with other dogs, and emergency medical protocol. The more details the better!!