House Sitting in Allendale, Oakland, CA
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
“Dane agreed to dog sit for me at the last minute when my dog was having some health issues and I was worried about leaving him alone. Dane was so positive, friendly, and attentive! I will definitely seek him out in the future with any dog sitting needs.”
“Melina took great care of our pups and cat while we were away! One of our dogs has anxiety, so it was great to see her warm up to Melina fairly quickly during the meet and greet, and she even got her out for some socialization. Already planning to book with her for our future trips!”
“Qishu was a great, she clearly really loves dogs and cats and they love her. She was very reliable and easy to communicate with. She sent informative updates with pictures so we knew everything was ok. I would definitely book with her again!”
“Angelique was flexible, communicative, and super loving with our dogs. She was willing to come walk/meet the dogs prior and get to know them and our house. Her messages during the trip were informative, reassuring and had pics to make it easy to know our pups were doing well. We’ll definitely be adding her to who we reach out to for future trips. Thank you!”
“Laura’s first time dog sitting for us went smoothly. This was an overnight trip. She sent us photo updates and was responsive when we texted to check in. When we got home, the house was tidy, their water bowls were filled, and Cannoli and Da Vinci were in good spirits. We’ve booked Laura for an extended stay while we’re on an international trip. Thanks, Laura!”
“Jessikah is an incredible pet sitter! She spent a long weekend house- and pet-sitting for me, from a Thursday evening through Sunday evening, staying overnights. She kept my house very clean, watered my front garden, and - most importantly - was super attentive to both of my pets. My cat is not particularly fond of new people, and Jessikah really put on the effort to put Angrboda at ease and try to get her to play, despite being hissed at. My dog is easier, but Jessikah went the extra mile cuddling with him loads and walking him (he pulls; walks are optional) during her stay. I got incredible photos of both pets every day. When I got home from my trip, my pets were not stressed and anxious that I'd been away, which is extremely important to me. I cannot recommend Jessikah enough, and I am so happy to have found another pet sitter I can rely on and call back for future travel.”
“This was our second time booking with G’la, and once again, she absolutely knocked it out of the park! She took care of our dog Finn and cat Tuna while we were in Mexico for our wedding, and knowing they were with someone they already loved made all the difference. Our boys adore her! It’s clear they feel safe, spoiled, and totally at home in her care. She kept us updated with sweet photos and thoughtful check-ins, and we came home to two very happy pets (and a clean house!). G’la is trustworthy, kind, and just really gets animals. We wouldn’t leave Finn and Tuna with anyone else. Five stars, every time!”
“Shivani was incredible and the best sitter we’ve had! She took such great care of our pup, our two cats, and our home. Our pup is fairly reactive and has some big feelings about the world, so it can be hard to find people she is comfortable with. She seemed to be quite at ease with Shivani and enjoyed her time with her! Our shy cat also loved Shivani! Shivani also sent a lot of updates about our pets, which was soooo incredibly helpful and really put us at ease while we were away! Truly can’t say enough positive things about her and we will definitely ask her to sit for us in the future!”
“Erin was amazing. My dog has anxiety and normally when I return from a break he is a nervous wreck. It was cleared he spent his time with Erin alternating between snuggles and hiking. We received many photos and had great communication the whole time we were away. The house was left spotless and possibly cleaner than before!”
“Ammy watched our dog at our apartment for a long weekend and we felt very at-ease while away. She comforted our nervous pup during the 4th of July fireworks, in which we were grateful. Ammy’s communication, kindness, and wit are the perfect combo for dog responsibility. Will definitely book in the future with her.”
“Charlii was amazing during the 3 weeks she house sat for us and our 3 pets. She sent daily updates and pictures/videos and took terrific care of both our animals and our home. She is calm and sweet, and extremely communicative. This was truly the best house/pet sitting experience we had. We couldn't recommend her more!”
About: I love animals! I have been lucky to have had so many loving and wonderful cats and dogs in my life. I have had my own pets, as well as taken care of numerous friends pets over the years. It's fun taking care of new pets, they all have such unique personalities! I can administer medications, and I'm very good at following all your instructions to best take care of your critters. I moved to the Bay Area in 2025, and I'm excited to be here! I have a flexible schedule, and I'm happy to spend plenty of time with your pets. I am very good at following your directions on when and how much to feed your pets, when they are used to their walks, etc. I have administered medication to pets. I very much care about the safety and well being of your fur babies.
“Victoria was an excellent sitter! She did a great job taking care of our very energetic dog and was communicative throughout our trip. Would definitely recommend her!”
“Andrea was very responsive and attentive from the moment I contacted her. She sent us photos of our cat everyday and played with him. You could see he was very content. I’d hire Andrea again!”
About: I've been surrounded by dogs from a young age. I'm adaptable, whether they need a cuddle buddy, someone to throw a ball, or someone who will get down and (lightly) wrestle with them. Every walk session comes with some time for play and some time for love. Great with rescues or formerly abused dogs! Nervous, or otherwise neurotic dogs aren't a problem. I'm available whenever I might be needed. I just work on personal projects at home, so it's trivial to find the time I would need. I currently live in a pet-free apartment, so overnights at my place aren't an option. For extended care, I try to stick to the dogs owner defined schedule to preserve some sense of normalcy for them.
“Salina was very punctual and communicative. She stayed at our house and took care of our senior dog and outdoor cats for 2 days and we felt totally comfortable with her making sure everyone was well taken care of!”
“Elisabeth was a fantastic dog/cat/house sitter for us for two weeks. She was very communicative and sent lots of great pictures and took our puppy on lots of great walks. We also felt extra safe knowing she had experience as a veterinary technician. She took great care of our pets and they loved her so much! Would definitely hire her again ❤️”
Over 54 pet parents in Allendale have booked house sitting
Allendale pet parents share their Rover experiences
Huston was AMAZING! We booked him very last minute because our typical caregivers were unavailable last minute and I can't even believe he had an opening for us given how stellar he was. Prior to our trip, we had a video call to go over all the details (no time for an in person visit because it was the night before) and it was clear from the start that our furry family member would be in good hands. Throughout our trip, Huston sent updates and checked in about anything that was semi-important -- sometimes to ask for futher details or instructions from us, and sometimes it was just to keep us in the loop. He sent pics and was so gracious the one time in two weeks he asked to see if we might get a neighbor to give our dog his dinner (which Huston made sure was completely ready to go in the fridge and the only thing our neighbor needed to do was put the food on the ground). Our dog is elderly and has some mobility challenges, but he was moving pretty good when we returned and so happy to see us but clearly had been taken great care of. Also, our home was in better shape than we left it plus he was amazingly thoughtful to wash the bedding he slept in and put the sheets back on the bed so we wouldn't have to worry about that after our long day of travel home (wow!). We're close with our neighbors and they commented when we returned from our trip how great Huston seemed with our dog and how kind of a person he was. I was a little nervous about handing our home and our beloved dog over to someone we didn't know, but Huston was awesome, trustworthy and kind, and I plan to ask him to help us every trip we go on.
Kate did a great job taking care of my special needs senior pup. He has multiple illnesses and requires medications. He is also blind, so I left a long list of detailed instructions on how to follow his routine (including carrying him up and down the stairs, using a flashlight for night walks, etc) in order to keep his stress low. Kate met all of Yoda's needs, and demands :) and helped him to feel comfortable in Mommy's absence. She sent lots of pics of him playing and them cuddling together to reassure me while I was away and so kept my stress low as well! She also took great care of the house and everything was just as I left it when I returned. I will definitely call on Kate again to spend time with my special boy :)
Elisabeth was a fantastic dog/cat/house sitter for us for two weeks. She was very communicative and sent lots of great pictures and took our puppy on lots of great walks. We also felt extra safe knowing she had experience as a veterinary technician. She took great care of our pets and they loved her so much! Would definitely hire her again ❤️
Erin was amazing. My dog has anxiety and normally when I return from a break he is a nervous wreck. It was cleared he spent his time with Erin alternating between snuggles and hiking. We received many photos and had great communication the whole time we were away. The house was left spotless and possibly cleaner than before!
Devon is absolutely amazing. We booked her on short notice for a Thanksgiving trip, she was very responsive when scheduling the meet and greet. My dogs took to her immediately and were following her around. She asked great questions about the dogs, even about things I did not think about mentioning. She was the perfect house guest, and did such a good job with both my dogs who have many medications to take, idiosyncrasies and preferences that need to be accommodated. Came home to two happy, calm dogs and a tidy home. Cannot recommend Devon enough, she is truly a gem!
Qishu and Ian were SO amazing and wonderful w/miles and my home. They were communicative, asked all the right questions beforehand to make sure they knew how to care for miles and the house, and kept me super posted with photos and updates throughout their stay. I look forward to working with them again.
Alejandra took excellent care of our three dogs, and our home. She communicated well, and transparently, which helped keep us informed on the health and welfare of our “kids”, one of whom was still recovering from dental surgery. She even took her to her follow-up vet visit. When we returned after our 11 day vacation, the house was clean and tidy and the dogs were clearly bonded with her. We will gladly book with Alejandra for all of pur future vacations!
Melina was so great with our dog Brisa who loves to be close to her humans, and Melina quickly and naturally became a favorite human of hers! Melina is very bright and personable, and very responsible and trustworthy. We would love to get her back to our home soon to take care of Brisa.
Faith is extremely communicative and knowledgable! We greatly appreciated her diligence with our dogs meds and schedules. She sent regular updates and pictures, kept our place clean, and the dogs loved snuggling with her. I felt completely confident leaving ours dogs in her care!
Nina was a lifesaver and agreed to watch Butterscotch last minute after another sitter cancelled. She asked great questions during the meet and greet, and was very communicative. My cat is very shy, but she seemed to really like Nina! Nina sent me lots of photos and videos of her cuddling and playing. I asked Nina to do a key exchange with another sitter, and Nina handled that extra snafu with ease. Very grateful for her!
Mary is the best! She took great care of our little sweetheart, Birdie, who is not the easiest creature to care for as well caring for our house. Mary extended us kindness, consideration, cleanliness and lots of communication. Great pictures too! And Birdie got all of that plus cuddles! We all lucked out - thank you, Mary!!!
Alexcia did a great job watching our three large dogs for a weekend this past month. I felt very comfortable with her staying at our house, she communicated with us and sent us pics of the stay. Had no issues whatsoever and will definitely hire her again for our next trip.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Allendale is $66
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House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Allendale on Rover as of Dec 2025 was about $66 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, house sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing house sitters available in Allendale.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Allendale house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your house sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.
We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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