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Ruthann B.

Upper West Side, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews
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I'm happiest when I'm around dogs!

Pet care experience

My current dog, Max is a German Shepard. Unfortunately, he's with my parents in Boston. I'm always looking for a furry friend to fill that void here in NYC. I've been a dog-sitter for 6 years, working with 8 families with dogs ranging from 12 to 115 pounds. I love to keep up with high energy dogs or hang out with dogs who just need to cuddle! Your dogs will be in loving, experienced hands!

Reviews

Mike G.
Dog Boarding • Feb 22, 2017
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Ruthann was amazing! She was so sweet to our dog Nala and spent a lot of time with her while my wife and were away for 5 days. I highly recommend Ruthann and plan to keep using her in the future!

Jen M.
Doggy Day Care • Nov 16, 2016
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Ruthann responded quickly to a last minute sitting request. She was able to come to my apt to pick Cash up, since I was running late. Ruthann seems to really love dogs, and Cash liked her immediately! I would definitely recommend and will be contacting her again in the future to hang out with Cash again!

Sarah A.
Dog Boarding • Nov 13, 2016
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Ruthann was wonderful! If my husband and I go out of town anytime soon we will definitely book with her again.

Suzanne W.
Nov 09, 2016

Ruthann is one of the kindest people I know! She loves animals and is an especially wonderful, caring pet sitter :)! Ruthann has cared for Emmy, my dog, many times, walking, playing and feeding her. Emmy gets anxious if left alone for too long. Ruthann has stayed with her overnight while we were away. Ruthann is that perfect pet sitter you've been looking for ! :)!

About Ruthann B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Ruthann B. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds of dogs and welcome them all to stay with me - we'll have a great time. But before I commit to watching or walking your pups, I'd like to know a few things... 1. Does your dog get along with other dogs? And in what capacity? In a dog park? On or off the leash? 2. Does your dog like other people rushing up to pet him/her? If I'm walking down the street and people/children rush up to your dog does he/she get spooked or protective? 3. What is your dog's diet like? Dry food? Wet food? Specialty? Any restrictions? 4. What times does your dog need to eat at? Any medications with food? If so, when do they need to be administered? 5. Where does your dog like to sleep? If he/she has a dog bed they feel comfortable in, please bring it to my apartment. 6. Is your dog housetrained? (mainly for young dogs) 7. How often does your dog need to go out to use the restroom? 8. Does your dog have any fears? Thunder? Vacuum? Loud noises? I feel that these questions cover the basics. I'd love to meet your dogs in person first and get a feel for them. We can discuss further questions or routines if needed :)

A typical day

Although I don't have a yard myself, I live just 5 minutes away from Riverside Park on the Upper West Side, and just 5 minutes from Central Park. I love outdoor activities. So, when your pups stay with me we'll go on some really great walks in the parks. Tennis balls, sticks - you name it. I'll find a safe and open location to play fetch with your dogs and let them stretch their legs. On lazy days, if your dogs love to cuddle, I can assure you they'll be in good hands. There's nothing like a good cuddling session with our furry friends. If allowed at their own homes, dogs are allowed on my bed too (and welcome to binge-watched some Netflix with me). We will go on strolls down the street, grab a cup of coffee, and people watch. And maybe even meet some new dog friends along the way. Please bring any toys that your dog just can't live without and I assure you, we will have a fun time playing with them. My availability is very flexible, as dogsitting/walking is now my full-time job. I can take your pups out to use the restroom as frequently as needed, and give them as many walks as they need (I know some are more energetic than others). I will get up as early as needed, and stay up as late as needed to accommodate your dog's eating and bathroom schedule. For me, this is more than a job - it's fun and rewarding. Seeing a happy dog makes me happy! I believe dogs show us the purest form of unconditional love. When your dog stays with me or walks with me, I can assure you that that love will be reciprocated.

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Drop-In Visits
visits in your home
AWAY
Doggy Day Care
in the sitter's home
AWAY
Dog Walking
in your neighborhood
AWAY

Ruthann can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Crate-trained dogs only

Ruthann can watch in your home

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

About Ruthann B.

Communication

2 repeat pet parents
10% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Skills

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

Home

Lives in an apartment
Does not have a yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Ruthann B. would like to know about your pet

I love all breeds of dogs and welcome them all to stay with me - we'll have a great time. But before I commit to watching or walking your pups, I'd like to know a few things... 1. Does your dog get along with other dogs? And in what capacity? In a dog park? On or off the leash? 2. Does your dog like other people rushing up to pet him/her? If I'm walking down the street and people/children rush up to your dog does he/she get spooked or protective? 3. What is your dog's diet like? Dry food? Wet food? Specialty? Any restrictions? 4. What times does your dog need to eat at? Any medications with food? If so, when do they need to be administered? 5. Where does your dog like to sleep? If he/she has a dog bed they feel comfortable in, please bring it to my apartment. 6. Is your dog housetrained? (mainly for young dogs) 7. How often does your dog need to go out to use the restroom? 8. Does your dog have any fears? Thunder? Vacuum? Loud noises? I feel that these questions cover the basics. I'd love to meet your dogs in person first and get a feel for them. We can discuss further questions or routines if needed :)

A typical day

Although I don't have a yard myself, I live just 5 minutes away from Riverside Park on the Upper West Side, and just 5 minutes from Central Park. I love outdoor activities. So, when your pups stay with me we'll go on some really great walks in the parks. Tennis balls, sticks - you name it. I'll find a safe and open location to play fetch with your dogs and let them stretch their legs. On lazy days, if your dogs love to cuddle, I can assure you they'll be in good hands. There's nothing like a good cuddling session with our furry friends. If allowed at their own homes, dogs are allowed on my bed too (and welcome to binge-watched some Netflix with me). We will go on strolls down the street, grab a cup of coffee, and people watch. And maybe even meet some new dog friends along the way. Please bring any toys that your dog just can't live without and I assure you, we will have a fun time playing with them. My availability is very flexible, as dogsitting/walking is now my full-time job. I can take your pups out to use the restroom as frequently as needed, and give them as many walks as they need (I know some are more energetic than others). I will get up as early as needed, and stay up as late as needed to accommodate your dog's eating and bathroom schedule. For me, this is more than a job - it's fun and rewarding. Seeing a happy dog makes me happy! I believe dogs show us the purest form of unconditional love. When your dog stays with me or walks with me, I can assure you that that love will be reciprocated.

Location

New York, NY

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Ruthann B.

Upper West Side, NY

5.0 out of 5 stars
•10 reviews