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Ruth S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients
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Ruth S.

5.0 out of 5 stars
13 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $50 per night

Highlights

Ruth has Star Sitter status!
Enhanced background check
35 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience

Pet care experience

Your pet nanny to the rescue!

I’m a lifelong animal lover with a deep passion for both dogs and cats. Over the years, I’ve rescued countless kittens and cats, finding them safe and loving forever homes. I’ve cared for pets with special medical needs, high-energy pups who thrive on long walks and runs, and elderly companions who require extra patience and tenderness. I’ve cherished every quirky personality—from the grumpy to the greedy - and find joy in each unique spirit. As a devoted pet advocate, I believe that while life is short, kindness to animals is one of the purest forms of love and if there’s a heaven, it surely welcomes those who care for creatures great and small.

Qualifications

13 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
100% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards
35 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Senior dog experience

Ratings and reviews

5.0
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46 ratings
Karen M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 16, 2026

This was my first time using Ruth for cat sitting and it was wonderful! Dry attentive and responsible going over and above with her communication and care. Highly recommend

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Sara P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Aug 08, 2026

Ruth did a fantastic job taking care of our cats while we were on vacation! She sent detailed notes and photos every day and took the time to try to get to know each of the cats, even the shy ones. We would absolutely book her again for care and highly recommend her.

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Alaina W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 04, 2026

Ruth was amazing with our high energy spaniel! She sent numerous updates and photos throughout the weekend, made sure he always had fresh water and treats and even took him to our neighborhood dog park to play! We highly recommended her services and plan to use her many more times in the future!

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Jamie M.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 15, 2026

Ruth is amazing! She took great care of Dasher and took the cutest videos! Dasher loves her!

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Laura C.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • May 07, 2026

Ruth was amazing with our babies 🥹🤍 She was very kind, patient, and communicative throughout the visit. We felt so comfortable knowing our pups were in caring hands 🐶✨ Thank you again for taking such sweet care of them 💕 We truly appreciate it and would absolutely book with her again!

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Brendan J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Dog Walking • Apr 13, 2026

Phenomenal, an excellent experience and she went above and beyond to help my pup.

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Schedule

I treat your pets as my sole responsibility. While you’re out and they are in my care, I’ll treat them as my own. I have a very flexible schedule, reliable transportation, and will provide top notch service with every visit. I also provide a clean environment. Let’s face it, your fur kids may be messy while you’re away, one of my added perks is to leave your home spruced up.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

Your pet will always be supervised in an enclosure or placed on a leash! Safety is the standard! No cellphone distractions. Vigilant at all times! I not only want your trust, but your pets as well. They will feel happy & protected by me.

Pets

A typical day

I will always come in excited to see your dog’s wagging tail - pet your cat to earn a purr. Walking is a social outing for dogs so 1st thing is 1st, let’s get them leashed so that they can enjoy the outdoors.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Ruth can host up to 2 pets per night
If your dog has limited mobility please disclose. I’ll be extra cautious. Please disclose any medical needs in advance. My experience is some cats are indoor & outdoors, but i would express that while in my care I’d prefer kitty to remain indoors.
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.