Meet Ruje
The heart behind Stay & Play.
For Ruje, caring for animals has never felt like work — it's simply who she is.
A lifelong pet parent, Ruje grew up with animals by her side and has never looked back. Today, her home is a happy, lively one shared with four cats and two dogs, each with their own personality, quirks, and an equal claim to the sofa.
For as long as she can remember, friends and family have trusted Ruje with the animals they love most. What started as a natural extension of her own pet-loving life gradually became something she knew she was meant to do — and Stay & Play was born from exactly that passion.
Ruje believes that every pet deserves to feel safe, loved, and at ease — especially when their favorite person is away. That belief sits at the heart of everything Stay & Play does.
Your pets are in the very best hands.
Meet Edward
Co-founder & pet enthusiast
Edward has always been an animal person — it's just part of who he is.
He shares his home with four cats and two dogs, and between them, they've claimed just about every comfortable surface in the house. As co-founder of Stay & Play, Edward brings genuine care and a calm, steady presence to every pet he looks after.
He knows how much it means to leave your pet in someone else's care — and he doesn't take that lightly.
Your pets are in great hands.
Questions? Let’s discuss.
We take your pet’s safety seriously. That’s why we’re certified in Pet CPR & First Aid through the American Red Cross — so we’re prepared for anything, not just the easy days.