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Ruby - Carer For Ckd And Special Needs
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Ruby is experienced with 5 types of medications
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I'm Ruby
Cat Sitting in Seattle, WA
Extend Your Visits: I also offer extended daytime care if you'd like me to stay with your cat(s) for longer than an hour. Just message me!
Rates: My wider service area is very large. The high rates accommodate for extended travel time. Feel free to message me about your location to see if you quality for a discount!
Learn More About Ruby
Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?
I have two elderly cats. Macaulay is 19 with CKD and requires nightly subQ fluids. Yukon is 15 and has IBD. We had quite a time finding a food and medication regimen to maintain his weight and treat his chronic diarrhea. But the effort has paid off!
What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?
I always have an advance meet and greet to talk through each cat's needs and preferences. I take notes and I require the pet parent to provide their regular vet info as well as nearest/preferred emergency vet. I also ask what kind of communication they prefer in terms of visit updates: detailed (enough to share with their vet regarding poops, food intake, activity, etc) or laid back. I'm very thorough with my questions so they can feel secure and also relaxed while away from home.
Are you usually available during holidays?
Yes! While I travel a couple times a year, I avoid traveling during school breaks and holidays, including Christmas/New Year's time.
Medication Experience:
In-home cat sitting visits typically include:
Ruby is experienced with 5 types of medications
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Paterla
This month
Ruby seemed nice and very attentive during the visits with my cats because of the detailed updates she would give, however we had a big gap in our communication. I understand that holidays can get busy, but not visiting my cats until 10PM—especially when my senior cat with cancer needed to be given medication, caused extreme worry. I didn't expect above and beyond services, but based on our conversation and notes we had left behind, I felt there shouldn't have been such concern. It felt like my words were continuously misinterpreted and no follow up questions were asked to clear it up. I don't doubt that she gave my cats great care during her visits, however the time management made it seem like they were lower priority.
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I'm so sorry for my late arrival on July 3. I'm glad that our conversation that same night ensured that all my remaining visits were exactly in the timeframe you were expecting. My apologies for the misunderstanding!
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Jessica
April 20, 2026
Ruby did great taking care of our 2 cats, one of which uses an inhaler every day. I loved the photo and message updates! Ruby took notes when doing our walkthrough and paid attention to the small details, which I really appreciate! Thanks, Ruby!
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Cindy
June 8, 2026
Ruby is an amazing cat sitter! She is very diligent and detail oriented, and I felt fully comfortable leaving my kitty in her care. We have an FIV+ cat who usually has some special medical needs at any given time whether it’s dietary restrictions or medications, and none of it phased Ruby at all. Another thing I really loved about Ruby is her cat instincts - our cat is still new-ish to indoor life and people (he was feral most of his life and we had to socialize him in foster care) and as such he is generally scared and nervous around new people. She never pushed socialization on him and let him be, spoke to him from a far, etc. I love to see that in a long term cat sitter so our boy can get comfortable on his own terms in his own time. Some people try to force it with him and it can do more damage than good, it was such a relief how she handled him. Thank you Ruby!!!
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Audrey
March 16, 2026
I can’t thank Ruby enough for providing excellent care to my 13 yr. old cat while I was gone for a longer trip, including handling multiple meds, specific food requests, and expertly administering subq fluids. Leaving a cat with special needs can be stressful, but Ruby’s extensive experience caring for senior cat/CKD, along with her friendly and gentle approach, put me right at ease. From the first meeting, it was clear Ruby cares about details and knows all right questions to ask. I greatly appreciated how easy it was to communicate back and forth, as well as all the helpful updates. She went above and beyond to make sure Piper was not only fed and medicated, but given lots of play time and snuggles too. I will absolutely be booking Ruby again!
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Karis
March 10, 2026
Ruby did a fantastic job caring for our two cats! We have two cats with very different personalities: one who is very social and loves attention and one who usually disappears the moment a stranger walks in. Ruby handled both perfectly and took the time to play and snuggle with our social cat, ensuring he didn't feel lonely, but more importantly, was incredibly patient and respectful with our shy one. By the end of the trip, our shy cat was even coming out to say hello. We also received great updates and photos. Highly recommend!
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Val
January 25, 2026
Ruby is wonderful with the boys. I am in the middle of a reconstruction mess right now with some really flakey contractors and she's been such an amazing person to have through this all. She takes meticulous notes and follows everything so carefully. I'd definitely work with her again!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:
- More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
- 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
- Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.
All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.
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If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.
Seattle cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $29.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.
Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.
Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.
We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.
Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a free Meet & Greet!
Rating breakdown
Paterla
This month
Ruby seemed nice and very attentive during the visits with my cats because of the detailed updates she would give, however we had a big gap in our communication. I understand that holidays can get busy, but not visiting my cats until 10PM—especially when my senior cat with cancer needed to be given medication, caused extreme worry. I didn't expect above and beyond services, but based on our conversation and notes we had left behind, I felt there shouldn't have been such concern. It felt like my words were continuously misinterpreted and no follow up questions were asked to clear it up. I don't doubt that she gave my cats great care during her visits, however the time management made it seem like they were lower priority.
Response from Ruby
I'm so sorry for my late arrival on July 3. I'm glad that our conversation that same night ensured that all my remaining visits were exactly in the timeframe you were expecting. My apologies for the misunderstanding!
Jessica
April 20, 2026
Ruby did great taking care of our 2 cats, one of which uses an inhaler every day. I loved the photo and message updates! Ruby took notes when doing our walkthrough and paid attention to the small details, which I really appreciate! Thanks, Ruby!
Cindy
June 8, 2026
Ruby is an amazing cat sitter! She is very diligent and detail oriented, and I felt fully comfortable leaving my kitty in her care. We have an FIV+ cat who usually has some special medical needs at any given time whether it’s dietary restrictions or medications, and none of it phased Ruby at all. Another thing I really loved about Ruby is her cat instincts - our cat is still new-ish to indoor life and people (he was feral most of his life and we had to socialize him in foster care) and as such he is generally scared and nervous around new people. She never pushed socialization on him and let him be, spoke to him from a far, etc. I love to see that in a long term cat sitter so our boy can get comfortable on his own terms in his own time. Some people try to force it with him and it can do more damage than good, it was such a relief how she handled him. Thank you Ruby!!!
Audrey
March 16, 2026
I can’t thank Ruby enough for providing excellent care to my 13 yr. old cat while I was gone for a longer trip, including handling multiple meds, specific food requests, and expertly administering subq fluids. Leaving a cat with special needs can be stressful, but Ruby’s extensive experience caring for senior cat/CKD, along with her friendly and gentle approach, put me right at ease. From the first meeting, it was clear Ruby cares about details and knows all right questions to ask. I greatly appreciated how easy it was to communicate back and forth, as well as all the helpful updates. She went above and beyond to make sure Piper was not only fed and medicated, but given lots of play time and snuggles too. I will absolutely be booking Ruby again!
Karis
March 10, 2026
Ruby did a fantastic job caring for our two cats! We have two cats with very different personalities: one who is very social and loves attention and one who usually disappears the moment a stranger walks in. Ruby handled both perfectly and took the time to play and snuggle with our social cat, ensuring he didn't feel lonely, but more importantly, was incredibly patient and respectful with our shy one. By the end of the trip, our shy cat was even coming out to say hello. We also received great updates and photos. Highly recommend!
Val
January 25, 2026
Ruby is wonderful with the boys. I am in the middle of a reconstruction mess right now with some really flakey contractors and she's been such an amazing person to have through this all. She takes meticulous notes and follows everything so carefully. I'd definitely work with her again!
Susie
May 11, 2026
Ruby took amazing care of our two cats while we were away! She got to know their personalities and behaviors, and catered to what they wanted, with food or pets or just hanging out - I could tell from all the great photos that the kitties were having a blast. And I could relax knowing they were well cared for! Ruby always sent clear updates and the best pics.
Thomas
May 9, 2026
Easiest recommendation ever! Ruby was super nice and thorough the whole way, from the initial meet & greet to the daily updates and final day/close up. Her experience with older cats in particular stands out, as our 19 year old cat was as calm as can be when we got back from our recent trip. This is a cat that will meow up a storm if we leave her side for a couple of hours, let alone a full week...but she was as calm and happy as ever thanks to Ruby's care and attention while we were gone. Highly recommend, especially if you've got an older cat or ones that may need a little extra care with meds/etc.!!
Katie
November 9, 2025
Ruby came to the meet/greet with pencil and paper in hand to take notes and asked thorough follow-up questions. While on my trip I received detailed updates and pictures of my two fur babies. If you’re looking for a pet-sitter who treats your kitties like their own, look no further!
Pedro
October 13, 2025
Ruby did a wonderful job watching our two cats. I appreciate all the photos and updates and can tell she kept them happy with their favorite activities (brushing and chasing the feather toy). She also cleaned up their messes - the house looked just as clean as I had left it before I left. She even left behind a very sweet handwritten note. I would definitely book with Ruby again.
Janice
January 14, 2026
Easy to communicate with, friendly, and an overall awesome cat sitter. Ruby is amazing. I had to find a second sitter for my 3 furkids age 5, 5, and 2. We were both out of town and couldn’t do a meet and greet but we made it work. I’m glad I was able to trust Ruby with my cats and home. All warmed up to Ruby so quickly, despite two of them being shy at first! Ruby sends me detailed updates including more than 2 photos at each visit and goes the extra mile to make sure your kitties are happy while you’re away, an example of that was vacuuming and cleaning the surefeeds even when it wasn’t a required task. Will be booking with Ruby again!
Sean
October 27, 2025
Ruby was great from start to finish. She asked questions about our cat and took notes before her visits. The best part is the pictures she sent. We really like the pictures as it makes us happy while away.
Amanda
October 10, 2025
Ruby is fantastic! An excellent communicator who kept me updated with thoughtful messages and the sweetest daily photos. Patient and kind in accommodating the quirkiness of my cats, followed my care instructions to a T, and handled everything just as I would. Timely, reliable, and clearly adored by the kitties. After the first day, I felt so confident in the care they were receiving that I was able to fully relax and enjoy my trip. 10/10 would absolutely book with Ruby again! 🐾✨
Queena
May 9, 2026
Ruby did an awesome job taking care of my kitty, Kuro. She gave me great summaries of her visit along with the cutest photos of my cat. She also watered my many plants and cleaned up a bit. She is totally awesome and I would use her again to take care of my precious kitty. She also drove by again to drop off my keys which was super extra of her to do. Thank you Ruby!!!
Courtney
November 14, 2025
Ruby did a fantastic job taking care of my fussy old lady cat for nearly two weeks. This was my first time using meowtel and Ruby made this whole experience wonderful. My cat does require two daily meds and doesn't always make it easy but Ruby won her over. Ruby provided daily updates and pics and I felt at ease that my cat was getting great care in my absence. I highly recommend Ruby as a cat sitter and would definitely use her again.
Eric
October 5, 2025
Fanatastic experience and we could not be happier with Ruby and the exceptional care she gave to our two cats. One of our cats is getting elderly and now requires twice daily shots and the other is a rambunctious 10 month old. Ruby gave them both exceptional care and affection. Ruby has excellent communication and we were able to work out a stuck door and slightly shifted schedule without issue. I would 100% recommend Ruby to anyone needing a cat care taker!
Meaghan
This month
Ruby was wonderful! A new-client, last-minute long weekend request for our two kitties was a lifesaver. She was responsive, attentive to care details and the different personalities of each cat, and communicated regularly with lots of photos and info. We look forward to working with Ruby again!
Jessica
This month
Ruby did an amazing job taking care of our three boys while we were on vacation. She made sure everyone was fed, medications were given, litter boxes were cleaned, and most importantly, that our cats felt loved and cared for. She also sent updates and photos at every visit, which gave us so much peace of mind while we were away. We could tell our cats were in great hands, and we would absolutely recommend Ruby to anyone looking for a caring and reliable pet sitter.
Ashley
May 25, 2026
Ruby did an excellent job caring for our two cats. They were very thorough, thoughtful, and reliable. Plenty of great photos and updates were shared during our time away, and they even made sure any packages made it safely up to our apartment. I would gladly book with Ruby again anytime!
Ellie
March 7, 2026
My cat, Lizzie, is very shy and doesn’t easily fall in like. But Ruby is clearly a cat whisperer and the two of them became good pals. I was relieved to know she had good care during my trip!
Rachel
February 27, 2026
Ruby was great! I was a little discombobulated with my dates and she was so sweet and patient. She and Bear hit it off right away and her pictures and communication were on point! Would love to have her back when I go away again!!
Steve And Stephanie
February 3, 2026
Ruby was great to work with in taking care of our kittens when we had to be out of town recently. Ruby's attention to detail comes through clearly in her updates after each visit, and her pictures of the kitties are the best!
Amy
March 12, 2026
Ruby is wonderful! Our cats were happy and well cared for by Ruby while we were out of town. We especially loved how communicative Ruby was at each visit, with fabulous photos and detailed reports - it makes leaving our loved ones a tiny bit easier. Thank you, Ruby!
Tiffany
September 29, 2025
Ruby is an excellent cat sitter! She took fantastic care of my kitty!!! I was amazed when I saw a picture of my fairly new rescue kitty sitting on her lap!!! Okay so I was a bit jealous at first, as she hasn't even done that with me yet!!! However it made our time away more relaxing as she was comfortable with Ruby!!! If you need a cat sitter, and Ruby is available- get Ruby!!!
Anna
This week
I regularly book with Ruby when I need help sitting my two cats, and so appreciate her care and attention when she comes by to visit! She leaves the house nice and clean for us, and provides great updates with plenty of sweet pictures of my girls. Highly recommend Ruby! :)
Carly
December 28, 2025
I was extremely happy with how Ruby cared for my kitties in my home for my first Meowtel experience. I received a brief update every visit and could tell my cats were feeling relaxed and not lonely. My shy one and my grumpy older one both played. I can home to happy cats and a home with no messes or smells.
Sean
January 12, 2026
Ruby is great. She gives us plenty of pictures and looks out for extra things we may have missed before our vacation. We recommend Ruby for your cats.
Anna
January 3, 2026
Ruby was a lovely sitter for my two older kitties! I appreciated all the detailed updates and pictures, and care paid to my girls. I could tell my kitties really liked Ruby, and I hope to book Ruby again next time we travel!
Tiffany
May 3, 2026
Ruby is a delight! My sweet girl was shy at first and then I see pictures from Ruby of her sitting happy on her lap!!! Such a great sitter!!!
Gloria
March 2, 2026
Ruby was lovely, easy to schedule with and talk to, and conscientious when she visited. She tried very hard to be friendly to my anxious kitty!
Stephanie
December 27, 2025
I feel like I won the lottery when I found Ruby! She is so kind and loving to the cats. She’s a great communicator and really pays attention to the details. She aimed to tailor her service to the cats needs, and I greatly appreciate that. I plan to have Ruby as long as she’s available!
Jennifer
December 27, 2025
we couldn't be happier and more relieved that we found ruby! our kitties loved her right away! she was so attentive to them and sent such thorough and wonderful updates! we will be recommending Ruby to all of our kitty parent friends!
Shelly
April 26, 2026
Ruby did a great job with my kittens and I felt very comfortable with them in her care while I was away. She communicated and followed instructions well, and I would definitely choose her to watch my cats again in the future!
Suzanne
November 12, 2025
Ruby is great! My cats are very shy, but I knew they were in good hands with Ruby. She seems very caring, professional and I felt confident they were getting the best care while I was away. I plan on using her again for my next trip.
John
This month
Ruby was fantastic! She took great care of our kitty even when she got a little feisty, as well as helping keep our plants alive!
Hilal
January 12, 2026
Ruby took great care of our 2 cats. She sent pictures everyday and responded to my questions in a timely manner. She's also very kind and polite. We'd love to work with Ruby again in the future.
Paul
January 3, 2026
Ruby was great. She was wonderful with communication and took good care of our little scaredy cat, Willa.
Amy
May 20, 2026
Ruby is professional and caring - we couldn't ask for a better car sitter! She sends fabulous pictures and reports, and is always willing to go the extra mile for our sweet girls. Highly recommend Ruby! 😻
Janice
January 30, 2026
2nd time as having ruby as my kitties’ sitter! Cats definitely remembered Ruby as someone who gave them love and care! cute photos and updates as last time :) book ruby, now!
Eric
May 4, 2026
Another great experience with Ruby!! We (humans and cats) have been lucky to team up with Ruby for 5 or 6 occasions all which have gone flawlessly. Great communication, professional and caring attention to our senior cat and rambunctious teen cat.
Stephanie
March 24, 2026
Ruby is the best!!! She is so good with my cats and very thorough and great at communicating. I will definitely continue to have Ruby as long as she's available! And I will highly recommend her! What a gift!
Mircea
May 27, 2026
We had a wonderful experience with Ruby while she cared for Mika for 3 nights. Ruby was incredibly caring, attentive, and thoughtful throughout the entire stay, making sure Mika was comfortable, happy, and well cared for. We’re so grateful for the care she gave Mika and would absolutely recommend Ruby to anyone looking for a reliable and compassionate cat sitter!
Audrey
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Jennifer
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Gibby
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Karis
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Amanda
June 15, 2026
Audrey
June 10, 2026
Jennifer
June 7, 2026
Anna
May 25, 2026
Karis
May 25, 2026
Amy
May 25, 2026
Ruby is always amazing! thorough care, great photos and reports, and always willing to go the extra mile when things pop up. We love Ruby, highly recommend!
Karis
May 13, 2026
Eric
May 11, 2026
Amanda
May 8, 2026
Ashkan
May 2, 2026
Courtny
April 30, 2026
Karis
April 27, 2026
Amanda
April 6, 2026
Karis
April 5, 2026
Karis
March 23, 2026
Karis
March 15, 2026
Jennifer
March 12, 2026
Ellie
March 8, 2026
Jennifer
February 24, 2026
Eric
February 23, 2026
Valerie
February 21, 2026
Anna
February 21, 2026
Eric
February 14, 2026
Sarah
February 4, 2026
Val
January 29, 2026
Nick
January 11, 2026
Jennifer
January 11, 2026
Sarah
January 1, 2026
Rose
December 29, 2025
Ruby went above and beyond with my kitties! I would definitely be a repeat customer.
Eric
November 3, 2025
Laura
November 2, 2025
Very communicative, super friendly, and overall just a good experience!
Renae
October 2, 2025
Ali
August 30, 2025
Ruby is a fantastic cat sitter! She went above and beyond taking care of our babies by playing with them, brushing them, and slowly giving our more anxious cat more attention as she became more comfortable with Ruby. Ruby has great communication and even sent pictures :) We are forever grateful to Ruby for her outstanding care and accommodating us when our travel plans changed last minute.
Lindsay
August 30, 2025
I highly recommend Ruby for anyone in need of a reliable and caring cat sitter. She truly went above and beyond to ensure my cat felt safe and loved in my absence. If you need a cat sitter who’s reliable, trustworthy, and genuinely cares about your pet, I can’t recommend Ruby enough!
Meowtel
August 30, 2025
Ruby is a background-checked cat sitter in the Seattle area. Their profile has been verified and their references have been checked by Meowtel.
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