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Rutha K.

Utica, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
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Services

Rutha can host

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

Rutha can look after

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

Availability

I make my own schedule for work so I can be as flexible as I need to be in order to care the pet. I keep a routine in my phone and calendar in order to give better intentional care for the pet(s).

Available
Not available
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Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Rutha K.

Communication

2 repeat pet owners
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do my best to help the pets become familiar with their surroundings, with me, and also help them by being a consistent and calm sitter for them. I can be firm and assertive, but also fun and goofy with them.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Rutha K. would like to know about your pet

I’d appreciate it if you made me aware if there are any special needs or accommodations your pet would need. I work part time but I make my own schedule, so this will allow me to care for your pets intentionally and show up well.

A typical day

I realize how important it is to stimulate your pet based on their individual need(s). We will play with toys, go for multiple walks outdoors, explore new areas to sniff and see, and also enjoy needed downtime on the couch. I have a reliable car as well and I love exploring new areas, so your pet would be my short term travel-buddy if he/she is interested.

Location

Utica, NY

Rutha K.'s Local Area

Adventure besties for all pets.

Pet care experience

I have multiple friends who trust me to give their dogs an adventure and also be their dogs’ cuddle buddy on the couch. I do my best to know the individual(s) and their dogs to cater to their needs, whether their trips are short term or long term. I’ve dog sat in people’s home or my home and while the owner is gone, I have trained their dogs as well if needed or if they ask. I’m a communicative and intentional individual for the owners and the fur buddies.

Reviews

Seth R.
Boarding • Jun 10, 2026
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If you are looking for an exceptional dog-sitter, look no further than Rutha K. She provided our Cavapoo, Tori, with excellent care and my wife and I were very confident in leaving Tori with her for the few days we were away. We will definitely utilize her services again!

House Sitting • Jun 09, 2026

Rutha K. cancelled a booking 4 days before it was scheduled to begin.

Nicole R.
House Sitting • May 31, 2026
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Rutha helped us out & watched our fur babies last minute when we had to be gone all day. I especially appreciated the pictures she sent.

Roan D.
House Sitting • May 14, 2026
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Rutha was great! She had great energy and communicated well for the duration of the stay! She probably gave our pets better care than we do! I would book Rutha again!

About Rutha K.

Communication

2 repeat pet owners
88% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
80% bookings with photo updates

Skills

5 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Safety, trust & environment

I do my best to help the pets become familiar with their surroundings, with me, and also help them by being a consistent and calm sitter for them. I can be firm and assertive, but also fun and goofy with them.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced garden
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Pets allowed on furniture
Toilet breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Rutha K. would like to know about your pet

I’d appreciate it if you made me aware if there are any special needs or accommodations your pet would need. I work part time but I make my own schedule, so this will allow me to care for your pets intentionally and show up well.

A typical day

I realize how important it is to stimulate your pet based on their individual need(s). We will play with toys, go for multiple walks outdoors, explore new areas to sniff and see, and also enjoy needed downtime on the couch. I have a reliable car as well and I love exploring new areas, so your pet would be my short term travel-buddy if he/she is interested.

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Rutha K.

Utica, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews