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Ryan S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients
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Ryan S.

4.9 out of 5 stars
22 repeat clients

Contact for Boarding

from $75 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
20 years of experience
Home full time
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise
Accepts 1 client at a time

Pet care experience

Doctorate in Psychology (dog lover)

I am an experienced educator and hold a doctorate degree in psychology (one of my early classes was called Animal-Human Bond.. it was amazing!). I am a lover of animals, especially dogs. I love them all 🐶 ❤️ I have had so so many amazing experiences welcoming esteemed canine guests into my home; I have also had one or two very challenging situations. My apartment is more of a high-end canine retreat. I am not a full-time dog sitter; if your pup has behavioral, psychological, or medical conditions, please find alternative pet care that would better serve their need. My Apartment Is Across The Street From Central Park: Great For An Easy and Accessible Walk! My flexible schedule working and studying from home allows me the opportunity to take care of your pet according to your schedule, as needed and wished. I have a very pet friendly apartment, across the street from Central Park, where I have pet sat for folks in the past, and a great, nurturing environment for your pet! My flexible schedule working and studying from home allows me the opportunity to take care of your pet according to your schedule, as needed and wished. I have a very pet friendly apartment, across the street from Central Park, where I have pet sat for folks in the past, and a great, nurturing environment for your pet!

Qualifications

22 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in a few minutes
90% bookings with photo updates
20 years of experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Ratings and reviews

4.9
stars
54 ratings
Sheryll S.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Doggy Day Care • Dec 13, 2025

This was Rufus’s first day care with Ryan. I was very impressed with how comfortable Ryan was with taking care of Rufus. He is a very friendly dog, but VERY big and STRONG. Ryan’s confidence put me at ease and I would not hesitate to entrust Rufus with Ryan again.

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Jane J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 30, 2025

See my other review

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Jane J.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 26, 2025

My dog takes a while to warm up, but I think he got very comfortable with Ryan and so I think he did a good job

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Rashad W.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Oct 07, 2025

Ryan gave me so much peace of mind by giving the best care to my Baby Buck. He sent photos everyday and Buck looked happy, playful and comfortable in all of them. I’d recommend Ryan to everyone as he has a great vibe and Buck warmed up to him immediately and is very picky with who wants to be with

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Kay Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • May 27, 2025

Flexible, communicative, and caring! Our dog seemed to have a good time with Ryan!

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Frances B.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Apr 20, 2025

Ryan is a very warm, professional, and communicative sitter who is always excited to sit Mocha. I recommend him to anyone looking to board their dog.

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Schedule

Schedule is flexible and work from home, so I have the opportunity to take care of your pet according to your schedule, as needed and wished.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a very pet friendly apartment, across the street from Central Park, where I have pet sat for folks in the past, and a great, nurturing environment for your pet!

A typical day

I have a very pet friendly apartment, across the street from Central Park, where I have pet sat for folks in the past, and a great, nurturing environment for your pet!

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Takes only 1 client at a time
Ryan can host up to 1 pet per night
I have a very pet friendly apartment, across the street from Central Park, where I have pet sat for folks in the past, and a great, nurturing environment for your pet!
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.