Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Arroyo Viejo, Oakland
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“Maia was great with our super shy 10 month old kitties. She provided prompt communication, adorable photos, and took good care of our home. We're looking forward to having her back here again soon. Thanks Maia!”
“Emma was so helpful with our senior kitty! I especially appreciate the notes she leaves about how the visit went! Will definitely work with her again.”
“Anais was a great pet sitter who followed all instructions with no issues and kept our playful orange cat busy daily for a week with 30 minutes of play & pets. He looked so happy in all of the visit photos, so we definitely hope to book Anais again in the future for other drop ins 😻🙏🙌”
About: Hello! I’m Alicia and I am starting out as a Rover sitter! Lifelong dog lover with years of experience caring for puppies, seniors, and everything in between. I treat every dog like family—yours will be in great hands! I work part-time from home with a flexible schedule, so I’m available throughout the day to give your dog plenty of attention, care, and love. Your dog’s safety and well-being are my top priorities. I provide a calm, secure, and welcoming environment where they’ll feel right at home. I have two friendly dogs of my own and also care for my housemate’s dog and cat, so I’m experienced in managing multiple pets with different needs and personalities. You can trust that your pup will be treated with love, respect, and constant supervision while in my care.
“Megan takes amazing care of our girl. The pictures and updates she sends are just such a comfort when we’re away from home. One picture from this most recent trip with our dog’s huge, full-teeth smile had us laughing out loud but also just made us so happy that she was that happy while her family was away. We feel so incredibly lucky to have Megan as our dog sitter. Thank you, Megan!!”
About: I’ve loved animals since childhood and have over 10 years of experience in pet care. I approach pets with both confidence and affection. I enjoy getting to know the unique personalities and helping them feel safe and loved. In addition to caring for other people’s pets I’ve had many of my own Including three cats and seven dogs ranging in age from six weeks to 14 years old. I’ve trained and walked dogs of all sizes from Chihuahuas to bull breeds in the neighborhoods and along nature trails. I’ve also taken dog training classes and have volunteered at the Oakland SPCA. I’ve trained puppies, and I’ve cared for older pets. I’m here to meet your pet’s care needs with compassion, reliability, and the experience they deserve. I’m looking for work. I can do in the afternoon and or evenings Monday through Friday and occasionally weekends. I am also available for late night check-in if you need it. I offer dog walking and dog/cat sitting. I will closely follow the routines and instructions shared to ensure your pets care is up to you and your pets standards
“Angelique is the BEST!!! I have an elderly 14 year old Pitmix with high dietary supplement and high care needs. My character-judgung do g took to ger instantly with her loving animal vibe. She was loving, patient and took pics with sweet notes to settle any of my anxiousness about leaving her. She also took amazing care of my shy cat and my mouse. And she did small chores for a minimal fee. Angelique is dependable and when I got home I was so impressed on how she maintained my home and furbabies. We would hire her again as we would look no further!!! Thanks , Angelique 😍🤩”
About: With 10+ years of animal care experience — including 4 years as a veterinary assistant — I’m especially experienced with seniors, anxious or shy pets, and those needing medications or extra TLC. I’m reliable, calm under pressure, and treat every pet like my own. Providing care for pets fits naturally into my lifestyle — my schedule is intentionally flexible so I can be available when your pets need me most. Whether you need help during long workdays, weekend trips, or last-minute schedule changes, I’m happy to accommodate a wide range of needs. Let me know what your pet’s routine looks like — I’ll do my best to match it, so they feel safe, loved, and right at home while you’re away. Within the client's home, I do everything I can to make their pets feel safe, seen, and loved. I know how important it is to maintain their routine and environment, especially for pets who thrive on familiarity. I take time to build trust, go at their pace, and make sure they feel comfortable with me in their space. Whether it’s a quick drop-in, extended visit, or overnight stay, I’m respectful of both your home and your pet’s boundaries. I always follow instructions carefully, provide updates along the way, and make sure your pet is happy, secure, and well cared for while you’re away. For the health and safety of your pet, I kindly ask that clients provide their own grooming tools — including brushes, combs, nail clippers, styptic powder, and any other essentials your pet is familiar with. Using your pet’s personal tools helps prevent the spread of bacteria, and ensures a safe, and hygienic experience. Your pet’s safety and your peace of mind are always my top priorities.
About: Hi, I’m Kelly! I’m a passionate, timely & reliable pet/ animal lover and can’t wait to connect with you! I have a 12 year old Dachshund mix whom i’ve had since she was only a couple months old. l’ve also pet & house sat for many friends, neighbors, and family members. With my many years of experience, I’m prepared to give your pet(s) the best care possible while you’re away! :) I am available for house sittings, drop-ins, and walks, and am willing to provide around-the-clock care for your pet(s) if needed! I am also available for repeat/scheduled visits. Anything from the basics of mealtimes, walks, and playtime for your pet(s), to gathering mail, watering plants, tidying up, etc., I’ve got it covered! From standoffish and shy to energetic and snuggly, I am happy and willing to work with your pet(s) regardless of temperament and will always ensure they get the love and care they deserve! Having an anxious & reactive dog of my own, I understand how important it is to always have patience, quick reaction times, and a watchful eye. I am extremely diligent and responsible, assuring that your home and pet(s) are looked after with careful attention.
“Marlene just did the first drop in visit for our two dogs. She was very communicative, punctual, and made sure to secure the house when she left. Plus it was a very rainy day, and she got the dogs all cleaned up when they came in from the yard. Glad we found a reliable person.”
“At the meet and greet Tina gently introduced herself to Chilli, listened closely as we toured our home, took notes asked questions. She followed the written instructions we left for her and confirmed additional instructions we texted after we left for our trip. She texted us pictures of Chilli with updates. She also went beyond her responsibilities and checked for ants that had invaded our home before we left for our trip. She exceeded our expectations and we’ll definitely schedule her again soon!”
“Pluto was incredible with my two cats! They’re afraid of most people but they immediately loved her. She provided excellent care and most importantly good attention and loves for them while I was away. I got many thorough updates and adorable photos. Will certainly be rebooking!”
About: Hi! My name is Emerson and I’ve owned a dog ever since I was a little kid which allows me to better understand them better. Especially since they communicate via different body languages. I love dogs and will love your best friend as if he was mine. A stay with me includes a lot of love, exercise ( depends on your furry friend is he needs to be active or not), a lot of backyard and inside house space. Your furry friend will be able to roam around and have him feel like home. Anything that you request for your furry friend will be considered and taken into account for their stay with me. I am very technologically savvy so you’ll be kept up to date with pictures and texts. I am home majority of the time as I work from home. I Love dogs so ready to treat your own like mine. Begin home full time allows me to take extra care of your fury best friend I have a fenced yard and plenty of room to allow your dog to stretch. I also have dog park 3 min walking distance to go for a walk and potty breaks if you’d like
“Sulynn did an amazing job checking in on my dog Daisy! She asked great questions to ensure that she became familiar with Daisy’s routine and Daisy seemed to warm up to her from the start. She was also very communicative and sent pictures which I greatly appreciated.”
“Karla was fantastic. Her visits were timely, she sent great pics and summaries, and she was an observant, thoughtful sitter. One of our kitties is very shy, and she did well with Karla’s approach. Will definitely book with her again!”
About: I have taken care of dogs and own animals since I was 15 years old. I have fluctuated from having dogs, cats, and even chinchillas! I have used rover in the past for my own animals and know what it is like to be a fur baby mama and how it can be hard and scary to find the right person for the job! I treat every animal like my own, I give them love, patience and attention! All of my animals have been rescues and have all had their own life struggles that has only made me a better mom to them. I work full-time, but it is very flexible and allows me to go and let my dogs out when needed or do drop ins. Weekends, evenings and some Fridays I am completely off work and able to engage in your animals. Safety is a priority! I have had my share of bad Rover experiences and would never want animal parents to go through that! Knowing fully what is needed and what can be done to provide the safest and best care to your animal is priority
About: I have always been around animals. I have taken care of friends dogs in the past and have 5 of my own between 9-15 yrs old with varying needs. I work full time. My availability will include M-TH after 3:30 pm, all day Fri and Sat. On Sun, my availability will depend on my jobs needs. Your pets will be treated as if they were my own babies. I will follow every instruction as best as possible and put your pets healthy and safety first.
“Briana helped me out with a short notice request to take out my dog. She was quick to respond and did a great job. Would love to use her again.”
About: I’ve loved animals my entire life! I’ve always had a pet and they’ve ranged from chickens to spiders. I started pet sitting when I was 16 and am currently working at a dog daycare/boarding place and am a dog handler that will love and care for your pups no matter age or size! :))<3 Apart from being a student (on break) I’m also working part-time at a dog daycare on the weekends so during the week I’m usually free! When pups are in my care it’s my priority to help them feel safe and comfortable at home no matter how tedious or time consuming it will be!<33
About: Hello, I am a Bay Area native and I work part-time as an essential worker in food and agriculture. I AM FULLY VACCINATED. I am and have always been a huge dog lover and I find that my great energy allows me to bond very well with dogs. I am also a dog owner and have years of experience with dogs and sitting dogs for friends and family. I can be flexible with schedules and can accommodate most situations. I want to start dog sitting to earn some extra income to put off some of my college debt and of course taking care of your dogs is an added bonus. I am very hard working and detail oriented but also love to go with the flow and remain optimistic. You can be confident that you’re family member (dog) will be in completely safe and responsible hands.
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Maia N.
“Maia was great with our super shy 10 month old kitties. She provided prompt communication, adorable photos, and took good care of our home. We're looking forward to having her back here again soon. Thanks Maia!”
Emma H.
“Emma was so helpful with our senior kitty! I especially appreciate the notes she leaves about how the visit went! Will definitely work with her again.”
Anais D.
“Anais was a great pet sitter who followed all instructions with no issues and kept our playful orange cat busy daily for a week with 30 minutes of play & pets. He looked so happy in all of the visit photos, so we definitely hope to book Anais again in the future for other drop ins 😻🙏🙌”
Alicia L.
“I wholeheartedly recommend my friend as a Rover sitter- both in home visits and boarder! I travel for work regularly and Alicia is one of the few people I trust to care for my dog and cat. She has been carrying for my fur babies for the past 5 years! She’s had dogs for the past 12 years and treats them like her children, always going above and beyond to make sure they’re safe, happy, and loved. She’s attentive, responsible, and truly understands animals. Any pet in her care will be in the best hands possible!”
Megan K.
“Megan takes amazing care of our girl. The pictures and updates she sends are just such a comfort when we’re away from home. One picture from this most recent trip with our dog’s huge, full-teeth smile had us laughing out loud but also just made us so happy that she was that happy while her family was away. We feel so incredibly lucky to have Megan as our dog sitter. Thank you, Megan!!”
Mia A.
“Mia has a gift for working with animals. She started having pets at a young age with fish, mice, hamsters and birds, taking joy in interacting with them, feeding them, always being the first one to notice any health concerns. As she grew older she went to zoo camp, to SCPA camp, and she graduated to counselor sharing her love of animals with other children. Over the last few years she has regularly walked her many dogs, cleaned up after them, made sure they received needed vet care and nursed them back to health after surgery or illness. When younger, she would walk her two Chihuahua mixes, and helped care for them as they aged, became less mobile, and needed extra attention and medications. As a young adult, she raised one puppy Pit Bull from 6 weeks (now 5 years old), and adopted a mistreated Pit/Lab mix, who is now her best friend and companion. She is excellent at ensuring their routines are followed and spending quality time with them. She uses treats wisely, and has trained her dogs to follow her lead, sit and wait when commanded. She ensures regular vet care and gives medications, applies lotions and other vet-prescribed care with kindness. As she has started dog walking and care professionally, she has been a reliable, trusted caregiver. She has demonstrated her capacity with all types of dogs and her understanding that dogs not only need food, water and walking or play, but also interaction, reassurance, and love. I admire her ease with and love for animals, and am glad she can share her gift with other pet owners.”
Angelique V.
“Angelique is the BEST!!! I have an elderly 14 year old Pitmix with high dietary supplement and high care needs. My character-judgung do g took to ger instantly with her loving animal vibe. She was loving, patient and took pics with sweet notes to settle any of my anxiousness about leaving her. She also took amazing care of my shy cat and my mouse. And she did small chores for a minimal fee. Angelique is dependable and when I got home I was so impressed on how she maintained my home and furbabies. We would hire her again as we would look no further!!! Thanks , Angelique 😍🤩”
Salina L.
“Salina is a great dog sitter! Her love for animals immediately shows through and she has the ability to put dogs at ease with her calm energy and warmth. Salina has a strong background in veterinary care. She pays close attention to details and instructions. To help put pet parents at ease, Salina has a certificate for cat and dog first aid training from the American Red Cross.”
Kelly W.
“Kelly is a dream of a pet sitter. I have an 11 year old rescue that has her quirks and Kelly is so sweet and so good with her. She’s sat for me about 10 times so far and not only do I not have to worry at all about my pup, Kelly treats my home with the same care. I feel like my house looks better than when I left! Kelly is trustworthy, a good problem solver, detail oriented and most of all she gives my dog so much love while I’m gone. I’ll continue to hire her as long as she’s available!”
Marlene P.
“Marlene just did the first drop in visit for our two dogs. She was very communicative, punctual, and made sure to secure the house when she left. Plus it was a very rainy day, and she got the dogs all cleaned up when they came in from the yard. Glad we found a reliable person.”
Tina Y.
“At the meet and greet Tina gently introduced herself to Chilli, listened closely as we toured our home, took notes asked questions. She followed the written instructions we left for her and confirmed additional instructions we texted after we left for our trip. She texted us pictures of Chilli with updates. She also went beyond her responsibilities and checked for ants that had invaded our home before we left for our trip. She exceeded our expectations and we’ll definitely schedule her again soon!”
Pluto S.
“Pluto was incredible with my two cats! They’re afraid of most people but they immediately loved her. She provided excellent care and most importantly good attention and loves for them while I was away. I got many thorough updates and adorable photos. Will certainly be rebooking!”
Emerson G.
About: Hi! My name is Emerson and I’ve owned a dog ever since I was a little kid which allows me to better understand them better. Especially since they communicate via different body languages. I love dogs and will love your best friend as if he was mine. A stay with me includes a lot of love, exercise ( depends on your furry friend is he needs to be active or not), a lot of backyard and inside house space. Your furry friend will be able to roam around and have him feel like home. Anything that you request for your furry friend will be considered and taken into account for their stay with me. I am very technologically savvy so you’ll be kept up to date with pictures and texts. I am home majority of the time as I work from home. I Love dogs so ready to treat your own like mine. Begin home full time allows me to take extra care of your fury best friend I have a fenced yard and plenty of room to allow your dog to stretch. I also have dog park 3 min walking distance to go for a walk and potty breaks if you’d like
Sulynn M.
“Sulynn did an amazing job checking in on my dog Daisy! She asked great questions to ensure that she became familiar with Daisy’s routine and Daisy seemed to warm up to her from the start. She was also very communicative and sent pictures which I greatly appreciated.”
Karla C.
“Karla was fantastic. Her visits were timely, she sent great pics and summaries, and she was an observant, thoughtful sitter. One of our kitties is very shy, and she did well with Karla’s approach. Will definitely book with her again!”
Nina M.
“Nina has watched Tigerlily on multiple occasions and we’ve had great experiences! She had watched Lily for me while I’ve been at work and she’s had no problems walking and feeding Lily. Lily seems really excited every time she sees Nina and that’s a green flag for me when my dog loves her petsitter. In addition, se has sent me occasional pictures videos of lily and those pictures and videos always brighten my day.”
Jisselle H.
About: I have always been around animals. I have taken care of friends dogs in the past and have 5 of my own between 9-15 yrs old with varying needs. I work full time. My availability will include M-TH after 3:30 pm, all day Fri and Sat. On Sun, my availability will depend on my jobs needs. Your pets will be treated as if they were my own babies. I will follow every instruction as best as possible and put your pets healthy and safety first.
Briana S.
“Briana helped me out with a short notice request to take out my dog. She was quick to respond and did a great job. Would love to use her again.”
guadalupe d.
About: I’ve loved animals my entire life! I’ve always had a pet and they’ve ranged from chickens to spiders. I started pet sitting when I was 16 and am currently working at a dog daycare/boarding place and am a dog handler that will love and care for your pups no matter age or size! :))<3 Apart from being a student (on break) I’m also working part-time at a dog daycare on the weekends so during the week I’m usually free! When pups are in my care it’s my priority to help them feel safe and comfortable at home no matter how tedious or time consuming it will be!<33
Brandon C.
“Brandon is a hard working and professional individual with great drive and willingness to learn and thrive. Great personable skills and a more than comforting demeanor.”
Arroyo Viejo pet parents share their Rover experiences
Angelique is the BEST!!! I have an elderly 14 year old Pitmix with high dietary supplement and high care needs. My character-judgung do g took to ger instantly with her loving animal vibe. She was loving, patient and took pics with sweet notes to settle any of my anxiousness about leaving her. She also took amazing care of my shy cat and my mouse. And she did small chores for a minimal fee. Angelique is dependable and when I got home I was so impressed on how she maintained my home and furbabies. We would hire her again as we would look no further!!! Thanks , Angelique 😍🤩
Antonio did a great job helping Peanut stay cool, calm and collected during my time away. And kept my plant babies watered! He was on time for every visit and so easy to deal with. Will definitely be calling him again for dogsitting for my next trip.
Thanks Gary for dropping in to let Tamarind out of the house for a bathroom break and with feeding her while I was away. Much appreciated!
Juliana provided such excellent care of our dog and cats during our vacation! She was prompt in her service and detailed in her reports and photos. When our elderly dog had a potty accident, she kept us informed and then did a thorough job cleaning the floors and laundering our dog’s bed. It’s tough to learn of your pet’s difficulties from far away, but when you have a dedicated sitter like Juliana, it makes all the difference in calming your anxieties! We are so happy and thankful to have found Juliana!
My two cats are always fine after Elizabeth has taken care of them. Her once a day visits help our cats to stay somewhat normal why we are away traveling around the world. She's a gem, and we are totally lucky to have her! Don't hestitate to book her for your pet care needs!
Becca took great care of our cats & chickens while we traveled internationally. Would absolutely book her again and will recommend her to my friends and family.
Emma is consistent and so caring with our senior kitty! I appreciate the updates she provides and it’s clear she truly loves and enjoys animals 💜
Karla has done a fantastic job for 2 years in a row taking care of Marley. Really appreciate her willingness and care.
Kacie is the best! My kitties love them and I know they're in good hands with them. They did all the works, from playtime to feeding, to taking out the garbage. Everything always looks great when we come back and I love the photos Kacie sends.
Regina took great care of my three cats - she communicated with me anytime she had a question or needed to adjust the schedule, sat and played with all of them, and sent plenty of pictures. Definitely made leaving them at home a lot easier!
Andrew followed all the instructions. He did a wonderful job and will certainly hire him again. Thank you!
Excellent experience- I made a very last-minute request for a drop-in and a time change and Ashlyn was totally flexible and communicative with me! She took great care of the dogs, took careful notes and listened to all of the instructions for them, and made sure the whole experience was seamless. 100% recommend.
Tiana was wonderful, fulfilling a last minute request. She was communicative and flexible, and gave my at-first shy pup space to warm up. Very appreciative of her help!
Nayeli was a life saver! We had to find a Rover during our Spring Break cancellation and Nayeli rose to the occasion. She was very communicative, thorough and loving with our fur babies. When a hiccup with our travels came up, Nayeli was more than willing to stop by again after the job was completed. I really appreciated her notes and photos. I would love to hire Nayeli again!
Shana is a gem! I’m a new cat mom and being away is hard for me, but upon meeting Shana I was instantly put at ease and my cat felt very comfortable around her calming energy. Knowing my little guy was in good hands while I was away made the distance a bit easier. She was communicative with great little recaps and pix that I looked forward to daily 😻
Charlette was so awesome with my dog Millicent! My dog can be a little stand-offish. Charlette managed to gain Millicent's trust and took such excellent care of my baby. I will definitely be booking with her again. 😊
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