Ryan R.
Chattanooga, TN
Services
Ryan can care for
Availability
Pet care fits naturally into my week. I maintain a consistent daily routine with flexible hours, and afternoons and evenings are open most days. Feeding, walks, and check-ins happen at reliable times so pets stay comfortable and owners know what to expect.
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About Ryan R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I approach every home and animal with calm professionalism and respect. I’m attentive to boundaries, cleanliness, and consistency — whether I’m providing a single visit or longer in-home care. I don’t currently have pets of my own, which allows me to focus fully on the animals in my care. My priority is reliability: safe handling, clear communication, and a steady, grounded presence.
Information Ryan R. would like to know about your pet
Please share any specific routines, medications, behavioral quirks, or sensitivities in advance. The more detail I have, the more seamlessly I can maintain continuity. If your home has particular preferences — plant schedules, lighting routines, package handling, or household expectations — I’m happy to follow clear instructions. I aim to keep both pets and property exactly as you’d expect while you’re away.
A typical day
A typical day centers around consistency. Feeding, walks, and check-ins follow your pet’s established routine so their environment remains stable while you’re away. For dogs who enjoy activity, walks, light play, and enrichment are tailored to their energy level. I focus on balanced stimulation rather than constant excitement, helping them settle comfortably at home. When providing in-home care, I also maintain the household’s basic rhythm — bringing in mail, tending to plants if needed, and keeping shared spaces orderly so you return to a steady environment.
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Ryan R. has Star Sitter status
The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.
Adaptable, Calm & Consistent
Pet care experience
I’ve worked with dogs in a professional capacity for over a decade, including managing structured environments where consistency and temperament mattered. That experience shapes how I approach in-home care today: calm, observant, and steady. I adapt well to each home’s environment. Every household has its own rhythm, and I focus on maintaining that rhythm rather than disrupting it. I respect property, keep to designated shared spaces, and treat each home responsibly while I’m there. With animals, I prioritize patience and regulation. Dogs often mirror calm, consistent energy, and I remain relaxed and steady in my interactions. Whether maintaining feeding schedules, reinforcing expectations, or adjusting to unexpected wake-ups, I approach care with composure. I value clear expectations so I can maintain healthy boundaries and provide dependable, consistent care throughout your time away.
Cat care experience
Ryan also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.
Reviews
Ryan was fantastic with our 3 dogs this week! He kept them happy and well entertained! I would recommend him again and again!
I recently engaged ryan for 7 days while on vacation. He showed up on time and left my house cleaner than he found it. Ryan was very attentive to my pets needs and personalities. He adhered to their schedules and routines. Communication was frequent and clear. I highly recommend and would engage again.
Ryan took great care of my pups, once again, my dogs have really taken a liking to him and settle right in while he's here! he definitely puts the effort into caring for them! i really appreciate the photos that he sends also!
I can’t thank Ryan enough for taking such good care of Blue while I was away. He kept me updated with pics and messages which was much appreciated! Ryan is also a good communicator, dependable, and follows instructions. His calm demeanor also helps keep Blue’s excitable nature in check! 😄. Blue was a happy, healthy boy when I returned. I wouldn’t hesitate to request Ryan again in the future!
About Ryan R.
Communication
Skills
Safety, trust & environment
I approach every home and animal with calm professionalism and respect. I’m attentive to boundaries, cleanliness, and consistency — whether I’m providing a single visit or longer in-home care. I don’t currently have pets of my own, which allows me to focus fully on the animals in my care. My priority is reliability: safe handling, clear communication, and a steady, grounded presence.
Information Ryan R. would like to know about your pet
Please share any specific routines, medications, behavioral quirks, or sensitivities in advance. The more detail I have, the more seamlessly I can maintain continuity. If your home has particular preferences — plant schedules, lighting routines, package handling, or household expectations — I’m happy to follow clear instructions. I aim to keep both pets and property exactly as you’d expect while you’re away.
A typical day
A typical day centers around consistency. Feeding, walks, and check-ins follow your pet’s established routine so their environment remains stable while you’re away. For dogs who enjoy activity, walks, light play, and enrichment are tailored to their energy level. I focus on balanced stimulation rather than constant excitement, helping them settle comfortably at home. When providing in-home care, I also maintain the household’s basic rhythm — bringing in mail, tending to plants if needed, and keeping shared spaces orderly so you return to a steady environment.
Ryan R.
Chattanooga, TN