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About: Hi, I'm Jules — a recent Cal grad based in Berkeley this summer! While I'm new to Rover, I am absolutely not new to dogs. I've been walking, sitting, and caring for dogs for 6+ years across a wide range of needs and breeds, and I take every animal's individual personality and care requirements seriously. What sets me apart: Puppies — I have hands-on experience raising and caring for puppies, including crate training support, socialization, high-energy play, and building trust with young dogs still learning the world around them. Cats — I'm just as comfortable with cats and can handle drop-ins, feeding, litter, and playtime for feline family members too. Medication administration — I am experienced with administering oral medications, pills hidden in treats, and following vet-prescribed care routines carefully and consistently. Senior dogs — I have a gentle, patient approach with older dogs who need a slower pace, more frequent potty breaks, joint-friendly movement, and extra TLC. Dogs with disabilities — I have experience with dogs that have mobility challenges, anxiety, or other special needs, and I'm comfortable adapting care plans to meet their unique requirements. I own an English Cream Golden Retriever named Phoebe, so I know firsthand just how much love, attention, and patience dogs deserve. I'm active, energetic, and genuinely passionate about animals — your pet won't just be looked after, they'll be truly cared for. As a recent post-grad with a fully open summer, my schedule is extremely flexible and available around yours. I am available full-time, including: Early morning walks (before 8am) Midday and lunch-hour drop-ins Afternoon and evening walks Weekdays and weekends I keep my bookings manageable so that every pet receives my complete, undivided attention — you'll never feel like your dog is just another appointment on a packed list. When I'm in a client's home, I treat it with the same care and respect I'd want someone to show mine. I stick closely to each pet's existing routine, since familiar schedules help dogs feel calm and secure. Doors, gates, and latches are always double-checked. I never let dogs off-leash in unsecured areas, and I stay fully attentive — phone down, eyes on your pup. For dogs on medication or with special care needs, I follow instructions exactly as given and will always communicate any concerns promptly.
“Katie did a fabulous job catsitting for my kitty! I was nervous because I had never booked someone for overnight sitting on rover before, but she made it easy and was responsive, friendly and flexible. Would definitely book her again!”
About: Hi! My name is Kirsten and I’m an aspiring dog trainer with the hopes to eventually become a certified professional after I’m done with my undergraduate studies. I have cared for cats and dogs of all ages since I was very young, but within the last two years, I have learned more than ever about animal behavior through training my reactive Malinois rescue and seeking professional help. I have adopted the R+ approach to training my pup and treat most of our interactions with each other as training and enriching moments. As a result, I naturally begin training any dog I meet with lots of praise and owner-permitted treats. It is crucial to me that your animals trust me and feel as comfortable as they can. As such, I take great care to ensure that any animal I’m around is comfortable with our interactions by respecting boundaries and building trust at the animal’s pace. As your fur baby’s caretaker, I will provide all of the necessary physical and mental stimulation they need to keep them happy while you’re away! Starting 05/18: I am most available to clients that live within a mile of UC Berkeley. It will depend on my on-campus job in terms of exact availability, but tentatively I will be available M-T in the mornings between 8-10 am, noon-2 pm, and after 4 pm. Fridays have lots of flexibility. I will care for your animals in your home and be respectful of your space, happy to follow all house rules that apply. I may play with your animals if they want to, but rest assured that the place will be spotless before you get home!
“Belinda was amazing! She is so sweet and sent tons of photos and updates throughout the stay. Ignacio loved her (rare for him to bond so quickly with new people) which shows her level of care and thoughtfulness! We would absolutely have her watch iggy again.”
“Angela was amazing! She offered to do a meet and greet before sitting, which was perfect for my dog who is a little wary of new people. I also got plenty of updates and pictures. And I was able to enjoy my time away worry free because she was in such good hands.”
“zhane was an incredible sitter for our pups! Incredibly communicative. I got photos and updates everyday, and our dogs got a lot of attention, exercise and loving company which is all we could ask for and more! THANK YOU ZHANE”
“Logan is organized, considerate and kind. Percy got comfortable with him very quickly. Logan caught a mistake in our booking and saved us a big scheduling issue. We will definitely be hiring Logan again, he’s a wonderful buddy for Percy”
“Rong was super responsive, timely, and communicative! She took great care of my pup and made sure to follow through on every request I made of her! My place was spotless when I got back and I will definitely ask her to look after Marco again!”
“Hollie was very flexible about my return timing and did a good job of keeping Sheba on schedule for food and walks. She also shared updates to keep me informed while I was gone, which I really appreciated.”
“Sophia did incredible with our dog, Bryn. She sent daily pictures and was very attentive with all the complicated instructions I gave. Bryn seemed very happy when we came home and he got more walks with Sophia than he usually gets with me. I highly recommend Sophia, we'll be rebooking soon!”
“John was great with our 16 year old senior dog who needs special care. He was patient with our pup and took great care with him. He also gave us daily updates and was quick to respond to our questions. He was very respectful of our home and kept our home clean and tidy. We highly recommend John and will definitely request his services in the future.”
“Dogs were completely chill when we came back, which is a sign that they were happy and taken care of. Katherine was easy to work with and a great communicator. I'd happily use her again.”
“Richard was excellent watching my dogs overnight at my place for two nights. He was very loving and patient with my anxious pupper and by the end they were getting along great. Richard was also a very respectful house guest and left the place better than he found it. Highly recommend!”
About: I’ve taken care of many dogs and cats over the years. I love spending time with animals and provide careful and loving attention to them all. I’m an avid hiker and trail runner so I love being outside with active animals. I am currently working part time and my work schedule is flexible! I’m around weekends and early mornings. I make sure to fit pet care in with my other responsibilities. I make sure to carefully follow instructions left by the pet owner and always ask questions if I have them and send regular updates about the pet.
“Agnes was taking care of my cat Fritz for a week and it was the first time I booked them. I was very happy with them and my cat too. Agnes is very responsive and they gave me every day feedback. Definitely can recommend them.”
“We were so pleased with Huckleberry's care of our twelve year old pittie, Rico. He was very kind, sensitive, and deeply attuned to Rico's needs. Rico bonded with him right away.He also was very timely and responsible, and asked if we had specific house rules that we wanted him to follow. We will definitely ask him to sit for Rico again.”
“William did an outstanding job taking care of our three dogs. They were very happy when we got home and were very well cared for. He followed the instructions that we left. He left the house in great shape. This is the second time we use him to take care of our babies and will definitely use him again.”
Over 2,820 pet parents in Berkeley have booked house sitting
Berkeley pet parents share their Rover experiences
Laura was a great dog sitter to my dog and her best friend––two reactive pups! Laura was patient with their quirks and figured out their personalities quickly. Photo updates and texts during the day put at ease and also made us aware that Laura was taking the pups on great walks! In addition to watching the dogs, Laura housesat at my house and left the place in great condition. We will be returning to Laura for our care needs in the future, for sure! Highly recommend.
Ida and Travis were amazing to work with! They sent tons of cute photos of my cats, were the best communicators, and even left my home cleaner than they found it. They were very attentive to learning about my cats' needs and managing challenges like my sticky front door key. I'd definitely use them again!
Kendra fits us in sort of last minute, but despite that she was very thorough in getting the details needed to care for my senior crew. Both my cat and my dog have several medications a day, and Kendra handled it all very smoothly. She paid extra attention to some troubles my old dog was having, and kept me updated throughout her stay. House was very clean and well maintained, and everyone seemed happy and content. My younger dog even wanted to go home with Kendra! Highly recommend her and will use her help again as soon as I can.
Hollie took wonderful care of my dog while I was away for a week. She asked thoughtful questions about care instructions before my trip, was sweet and in-tune in her interactions with my dog, and was a great communicator with me all the way through. Would recommend. Thank you, Hollie!
Valerie was great! Rafa took to her immediately and really enjoyed her company and care. She provided plenty of pictures and updates throughout the day, which we really appreciated. She asked lots of questions demonstrating her attention to Rafa’s particular needs. We highly recommend Valerie!
Yena was great - I could tell my dogs felt safe with her right away in her first walk-through, and she was not daunted by an energetic pitbull and terrier duo. While we were away for 4 days, she stayed over, and gave great photo diaries of her time with the pups. She took thoughtful steps to reflect that she heard and executed my directions and details in the photos, so I knew the dogs were staying on their routines. She was diligent and did what she said she'd do. I would hire her again, for sure.
Dane took amazing care of our little Peanut and our house! He went above and beyond taking many pictures and giving us updates. He took Peanut on long walks and did training sessions with her — it was very clear she was having a blast. Dane also generously watered our plants and left our house cleaner than he found it! Would highly recommend Dane to anyone looking for a sitter and we look forward to booking with him again :)
Richard was excellent watching my dogs overnight at my place for two nights. He was very loving and patient with my anxious pupper and by the end they were getting along great. Richard was also a very respectful house guest and left the place better than he found it. Highly recommend!
Francis was absolutely amazing with our dogs and gave us complete peace of mind while we were away. He was attentive, reliable, and clearly cared for them like they were his own. Our dogs all have different personalities and routines, and he handled everything thoughtfully — from walks and feeding schedules to bedtime quirks and crate routines. He kept us updated regularly, was very communicative, and left our home in great condition. The dogs were happy, calm, and well cared for when we returned, which says everything. We would absolutely trust Francis again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dependable and caring dog sitter.
Nastasia was amazing with our two dogs and cat. My older dog can become anxious when we leave, but from the photos Nastasia took during her stay, and my dog's greeting when we came home, it was clear she was well taken care of and felt safe. I will definitely be asking Nastasia to house sit for us again!
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Berkeley is CA$75
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Sitters in Berkeley average 4 repeat house sitting clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Berkeley on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about CA$75 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.
As of Jun 2026, there are 7,568 house sitters in Berkeley. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 83% of Berkeley house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Berkeley have an average of 14 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Berkeley.
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. Berkeley 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.
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