Olivia – Downtown Hi, my name is Olivia and I’ve lived in NYC for 2 years! I grew up in New Jersey with 2 sisters and after years of us begging our parents for a dog, we got our little Lhasa Apso (Emmie!) who is now 13 years old and has been my best friend…
Sierra – Uptown My name is Sierra and I’m an animal lover and standup comedian from St. Petersburg, Florida. Outside of my time with the RuffCity pups, I perform standup all over the city, read, go to movies, exercise, and spend time with my friends and family who live throughout the tristate area. I’ve always…
Claire – Uptown I’m Claire, and I grew up in New Jersey and then moved to the city around 3 years ago to go to art school. In my free time, I love biking – it is my absolute favorite way to explore and see the city 🙂 I have always loved dogs! I have…
Scott – Downtown Hi. I’m Scott. I was born in NYC, waaay uptown and slowly made my way to the Lower East Side. I’ve owned pets my whole life, mostly dogs, all from shelters. When not walking dogs I’m a cartoonist and caricature artist. Yes, I am willing to try to teach your dog to…
Katie – Downtown Hi! I’m Katie from Baltimore, Maryland. After college, I moved to NYC with my best friends and have loved living here, but I’m still missing one thing- a dog of my own! I grew up with an adorable black cockapoo named Rex, and I love all animals. I’ve pet sat and dog-walked…
Andrew – Uptown My name is Andrew, but I also go by Abl! I was born and raised in San Diego, California for the first part of my life – until I was about 10 years old. Then my family moved to good ol’ North Carolina! I have spent the majority of my life in…
Silvia – Uptown My name’s Silvia, and I grew up in the English countryside – a place called Devon! I lived in the UK nearly my entire life until I moved to NYC to be with my partner, who’s here doing a PhD. I’m hoping to do a PhD myself, eventually! I also love to…
Michael B – Downtown Hiya! I’m Michael (he/him), I’m an artist and writer from a ton of places but the easiest answer is always West Texas! Fun fact, I spent a lot of time on ranches growing up so I’m a big lover of all animals, which of course includes our beloved dog and cat…
Aidan – Uptown My name is Aidan. I was born and raised in the Bronx, and I’ve been surrounded by animals for as long as I can remember. From a young age, animals have brought a sense of calm, joy, and meaning to my life. I truly believe they’re like angels on earth who deserve…
Adam – Downtown My name is Adam and I am originally from Boston, but moved to the UWS of Manhattan with my wife in 2021! When I am not hanging out with dogs you may find me bird watching, hiking, Ggrilling, or at the movies. My family got my first dog when I was 4, a…