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Ruth S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Ruth S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
9 repeat clients
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Near North Side, Chicago, IL

Contact for Boarding

from $60 per night

Highlights

Basic background check
10 years of experience
Home full time
Can administer medication
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Let's have a fun day!/WorkFromHome

Hi there! Are you looking for a fun friendly place where your love one can have a great time? You find it! WE will be your dog best friends. We will have so much fun playing, cuddling and going for long walks. I promise you that we will have an active day and we will keep each other company. My husband and I work from home, so your dog will never be left alone. We like to stay active, your dog will be going for long walks, bike rides, going to the lake/parks, shopping at Marshalls, going out for a Starbucks puppucino, and so many fun actives. Since I have my own dog, caring for another fits easily into my regular routine. So with that said, don't leave your dog alone at home, bring you love one here with us! "Mi casa su casa"

Qualifications

9 repeat pet parents
92% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
90% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
10 years of experience
Oral medication administration

Ratings and reviews

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Caitlin C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 10, 2025

Nina loved staying with Ruth and Sprinkles! She was well taken care of and even sent home with toys and treats! I would highly recommend Ruth to take care of your furry friends!

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Kevin T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 04, 2024

Highly recommend! Ruth and her husband did an amazing job and Gus wouldn’t stop smiling. Will be using them again in the future. Thank you Ruth for everything you guys did!

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Ellen G.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jun 12, 2024

Compassionate, reliability and adaptive. Thank you Ruth, Rubin and Sprinkles for pampering Sadie. Highly recommend!!!!!!!

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Samantha K.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Jan 29, 2024

Ruth took great care of my Henry. She kept me updated on his eating, sent pictures & a video of him playing- all of which allowed me to enjoy my time away without worry! Her dog & Henry seemed to hit it off well too. Overall, super easy to communicate & coordinate with Ruth, and she made me feel like Henry was in good hands!

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Christy V.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Dec 28, 2023

Second time leaving my pup with Ruth and appreciate the great care as always

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Jennifer A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Aug 12, 2023

Ruth is such an amazing sitter! She sent me many photos and updates during Rosie's stay, which was awesome. Rosie came home happy and tired which is always the best sign that she had lots of fun. Thank you, Ruth!

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Calendar and availability

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Schedule

Your dog will be part of regular routine and fun activities. •going on long walks 3 to 4 times a day •if the weather allows it, we will be going to the lake/parks •shopping for treats/food at Petsmart/Krisers •cuddling/naps/lots of love •bike rides, stroller rides.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

We live in a spacious 1-bedroom condo in the Gold Coast, a dog friendly neighborhood. Lots of parks and very close to the lake. Sprinkles is very friendly and loves to share her toys and food! Our schedule is very flexible to meet the needs of your dogs.

Pets

A typical day

Your dog will be part of regular routine and fun activities. •going on long walks 3 to 4 times a day •if the weather allows it, we will be going to the lake/parks •shopping for treats/food at Petsmart/Krisers •cuddling/naps/lots of love •bike rides, stroller rides.

0 to 15 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only
Takes only 1 client at a time
Ruth can host up to 1 pet per night
your dog takes medication? does he/she gets a long with other dogs? Are there any behavioral challenges or triggers that I should know about? Food allergies?
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.