Business Details
11 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Pet Care Partner in Monmouth County
At Let's Play Ruff, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for your pets when you're away. Founded in 2015, our mission is to ensure your furry companions receive the same love, attention, and personalized care they experience at home. Our team of bonded and insured professionals is committed to creating a stress-free environment for both pets and their owners. As proud members of Pet Sitters International, we adhere to the highest industry standards, combining expertise with genuine compassion. Every service we offer is tailored to meet individual pet needs, whether through daily walks, transportation, or in-home pet sitting. We prioritize clear communication, sending regular updates and photos to provide peace of mind.Our extensive experience with diverse animal species, from dogs and cats to exotic pets, ensures every client receives specialized care. By maintaining small group sizes and conducting thorough meet-and-greets, we foster safe, compatible interactions. Our 24/7 availability and emergency response capabilities demonstrate our unwavering commitment to pet well-being. Through continuous professional development, we stay current with best practices in animal care. This combination of experience, expertise, and heartfelt dedication establishes us as a trusted leader in Monmouth County's pet care industry.
Services
Dog Walking
Pet Taxi
Daily Doggie Daycare
In-Home Pet Sitting
Overnight Pet Care
Medication Administration
Household Maintenance
Senior Pet Care
Pet Transportation
Holiday Services
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency pet care services with rapid response times
- Our team members complete specialized training in animal behavior and first aid
- We provide real-time updates with photos and detailed visit notes
- All staff undergo rigorous background checks and pet care certifications
- Customized care plans tailored to each pet's specific needs and routines
Associations and certifications
- Pet Sitters International
What people say
Fantastic service
Highly recommend
Peace of mind
Daily updates
Treats like family
Services
Dog Walking
Customized dog walking services maintaining consistent schedules and routes. Our trained professionals provide 30-60 minute visits including potty breaks, exercise, and personalized attention. We accommodate special needs including medication administration during walks. Each session includes real-time updates with photos and detailed notes about your pet's behavior and activity level. Our walkers complete rigorous training in animal behavior and safety protocols.
Pet Taxi
Safe and reliable pet transportation services for veterinary visits, grooming appointments, and travel arrangements. Our vehicles are equipped with climate control and pet safety restraints. Drivers complete specialized training in animal handling and emergency response. We accommodate multiple pets from the same household and provide comfort items during transit. Each transport includes pre-trip check-ins and post-transport reports detailing your pet's condition.
Daily Doggie Daycare
Small-group daycare with maximum 4 dogs per session ensuring personalized attention. Our secure outdoor spaces feature separate play areas for different energy levels. Services include structured playtime, rest periods, and health monitoring. We require socialization interviews to ensure compatibility and maintain safety. All pets must have current vaccinations and spay/neuter documentation. Daily updates include photos and behavioral observations to track your pet's experience.
In-Home Pet Sitting
Personalized in-home care maintaining your pet's regular routine. Our caregivers provide feeding, medication administration, and environmental enrichment while you're away. Each visit includes potty breaks, playtime, and household maintenance tasks like mail collection. We offer flexible scheduling with minimum 30-minute visits and extended care options. All staff complete comprehensive training in emergency procedures and pet first aid.
Overnight Pet Care
Comfortable home-based overnight stays with 24-hour supervision. Pets enjoy free roam of living spaces with designated rest areas. Our caregivers provide morning and evening walks, medication management, and special dietary accommodations. We maintain strict hygiene protocols and conduct pre-stay meet-and-greets to ensure compatibility. Each stay includes daily photo updates and personalized care notes tracking your pet's well-being and activity levels.
People
Rose Lyn Petruzzi
Owner/Dog Walker
Rose Lyn founded Let's Play Ruff in 2015 after discovering her passion for professional pet care. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, she combines business leadership with direct client service. Her approach emphasizes trust, consistency, and individualized attention for every pet.
Susan
Dog Walker
Susan brings extensive animal care experience from raising four children alongside various pets. Her background includes early pet-sitting roles and managing diverse household animals. She contributes organizational skills and nurturing expertise to daily pet care routines.
Savannah
Pet Sitter
Savannah combines lifelong animal companionship with professional pet care expertise. Her experience spans exotic species care to athletic training applications. She maintains a strong focus on outdoor activities and physical wellness for pets through customized exercise routines.
Nicolette
Dog Walker
Nicolette has worked with dogs professionally since age 15. As a certified health and wellness coach, she integrates holistic care principles into pet services. Her expertise includes breed-specific exercise requirements and health-conscious pet management approaches.
Tracy
Dog Walker
Tracy combines rescue advocacy experience with professional pet care services. As a foster parent for local animal rescue organizations, she develops specialized skills in working with animals requiring extra attention and rehabilitation support.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Monmouth County including Holmdel, Middletown, Red Bank, Little Silver, Rumson, Fair Haven, Matawan, Aberdeen, Lincroft, Colts Neck, Keyport, Keansburg, Hazlet, Belford, Union Beach, Atlantic Highlands, Eatontown, Perth Amboy, Old Bridge, and Morganville.
Do you provide 24/7 emergency care?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency pet care services with rapid response times for urgent situations requiring immediate attention.
How do you handle medication administration?
Our trained staff can administer medications and vitamins following detailed owner instructions during scheduled visits.
What safety measures are in place for pet transportation?
Our vehicles have climate control systems and pet safety restraints. All drivers complete specialized animal handling training.
Can I receive updates during pet sitting?
Yes, we provide daily text, email, or phone updates with photos documenting your pet's care and well-being.
What are your vaccination requirements for daycare?
All daycare pets must have current vaccinations, spay/neuter documentation, and pass a socialization interview for safety.
