Emphasis on mental / physical stimulation

  • Main goals of playtime are physical exercise and emotional connection (to distract from any separation anxiety)

  • Play methods focus on satisfying hunting instincts and boosting confidence

  • Use learning toys, food puzzles and snuffle mats

A bespoke pet visit filled with enrichment and care delivered by a professional.

Extensive knowledge / experience with cats and dogs

  • Volunteer with the SPCA

  • Care for neonatal kittens and socialize semi-feral cats

  • Study Cat Behavioral Health

  • Grew up with cats and dogs

Certifications and Memberships

  • Certified in Feline CPR and First Aid

  • Member of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters

  • Member of Pet Sitters International

  • Training to become a Fear Free Certified Pet Sitter

Services include

  • Feeding & water refresh

  • Administering medications (if applicable)

  • Playing, walking, cuddling, grooming, and giving massages!

  • Maintaining a clean environment:
    Light chores, such as watering plants, adjusting blinds, retrieving mail and taking out the trash

Well-versed with administering
a variety of medications

  • Liquid oral meds and pills

  • Inhalers

  • Topical ointments: eye/ear drops, gums,
    skin, etc.

  • Insulin shots

Attentive Pet Care

  • Fully insured for $1M

  • Background check clearance

  • Fully vaccinated and boosted

  • Will gladly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social distance protocols

Pet Au Pair Promise

Each visit comes with insurance coverage and a
100% satisfaction guarantee. Learn more >

  • “My pups are bonkers about Ruth. She seems to always know what they want.."

    - Janet Phelps (Yelp)

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Hi! I’m Ruth. Your dedicated pet sitter.

I create nurturing environments that keep pets happy and safe until your return.

Your pets deserve the best and I provide that with my expertise and love. I want each pet to see a visit from me as the time they made a new friend and just had a really great day. Young or old, hyper or timid, I dote upon each pet according to their needs and personality. Thus, when you come back, they're not anxious or overwhelmed. Instead, they're relaxed and excited to share their adventures!

I am based in San Francisco, and can provide flexible visit times to meet your pet's needs. If your preferred date is not available, please contact

me to discuss options.

Thank you for considering Pet Au Pair for your pet sitting needs. I look forward to meeting you and your furry loved ones!

Proudly Serving

South Beach, Yerba Buena

St. Francis Wd, Miraloma Park

The Presidio

Potrero Hill, Mission Bay

Noe Valley

Marina, Cow Hollow

Glen Park, Twin Peaks

N. Waterfront, Barbary Coast

Cole Valley, Haight, NoPa

Parkside, Forest Hill

Presidio Heights, Richmond

Mission, Bernal Heights

Sunset

Pacific Heights, Western Addition

Sea Cliff

Excelsior, Ingleside

Stonestown, Lake Shore

Visitacion Valley, Portola

Russion Hill, Van Ness

Downtown, North Beach

Bayview, Silver Terrace

Stonestown, Lake Shore

SoMa

Chinatown

Tenderloin, Hayes Valley

 

From my clients

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