Pet Sitting in California
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Top rated California pet sitters
“He is always looking out for our fur baby, and always tries his utmost best to do the best for the cat! He worked extremely hard for the cat to enjoy his presence and not scare her! 10/10”
“Jordan is by far the most professional and caring pet sitter that I have ever met. I could not recommend her more. She sends me tons of photos and a very detailed overview of what happened during her time at my house. 5 stars is not enough!”
“I am so happy with Kayla! She came to see my cats and they are low maintenance, but she made sure they felt loved. Even my scaredy Cat was curious about her so she was obviously welcome by them as well. She has great communication and made sure to send photos which I totally appreciated ☺️”
“We were very happy to have Angela drop in on our Zoey for her potty breaks. Zoey can be really shy with new people but Angela was able to get her to go outside for her breaks. We highly recommend her if you need a pet sitter.”
“Jessica did an excellent job dropping in to watch our energetic dog. It is immediately clear that she treats your pet as her own. She walked, played fetch, and provided lots of updates with each visit. She even stuck around to comfort our dog during a storm. She also dropped in to check on my mother's cat as well. I will absolutely book Jessica again.”
“Grace has been AMAZING to work with and she took fantastic care of Lily! If I could give her more than five stars I definitely would! Great communication, attention to detail, and overall outstanding service!!!”
“Torrie is someone you can fully trust with your pets! She is extremely prompt in communicating, takes the best pictures, and your dogs and cats will have the best time! She’s perfect for all pet parents, especially anxious ones 😅 She has such a sweet spirit about her too. Thanks again Torrie!”
“Excellent experience with Briana. She communicates well, shows up in time & is friendly. You tell that she really cares about our pet. It was our first time with Rover and Briana and it was a wonderful experience. We could not be happier!”
“Leah has great response time to anything I needed and went over an extra time when I was worried about something small. The animals all seemed to respond well to her and she spent a nice amount of time playing and petting them so they didn’t feel so lonely!”
About: I love animals of all kinds. I’ve been a pet sitter for family and friends for years and have also had 2 dogs of my own. I’m experienced with mega esophagus as well as other special needs. I am currently working a few days a week and have ample time during the days I have off for visits, walks, meal times and play time. I have a fenced in yard with 2 indoor cats. There is plenty of room to roam outside as well as a private room for any overnight visits.
“This was my first time using Rover, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Katarina. She was so sweet and gentle with my pup, Reba, and she took excellent care of her. Katarina had good availability, she was on time for all of her drop-ins, and she sent thorough updates and photos after each visit. Reba was happy and well cared for while we were away, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book Katarina to care for my pets again in the future.”
“Tia was great! she was super patient with my cats and me. Tia really took the time to follow all the instructions i sent over without any annoyance or complaints!! i hate having to leave my cats but Tia sent over lots of photos and took such great care of them i wasn’t stressed at all. i will definitely be using Tia for future bookings!”
“I'm glad Maggie was available to check in on my cat. There was an issue with the key getting stuck but she thankfully solved the issue on her own in order to complete the visit.”
“Best sitter you can ask for. Shemoy would drop in for a visit to check on my babies. She’d make sure they got exercise, cleaned any messes, and sent the cutest photos on her way out. 10/10 would recommend!”
About: 20+ years of experience with animals. I've handled dogs, cats, rodents, birds, and many other animals. I am comfortable being around animals of any age. I have helped with both cat and dog litter birth. Experience with senior dog care and medication schedule, as well as specific food needs. Experienced with allergies in dogs, as well as with K-9 epilepsy. Not experience with blind/deaf/amputee animals, but am comfortable with caring for them. I plan on getting certified for animal CPR as well. I have a genuine love for animals, am able to have a lot of patience, and I'm a very quick learner! I look forward to caring for your cuties! ♥ My animals are my life, I even picked out the house I live in because it had specific comforts for my dogs (I had my Chihuahua and Aussie at the time). My Australian Shepherd is, as a previous vet put it, a "delicate little flower". He will be 13 in June, 2025, is epileptic and has allergies as well as alopecia. He gets anti-convulsant medication at 6am and 6pm everyday, which is also food time. He gets grain free dry food with a mix of Hill's Science wet food for sensitive skin and stomach. I also have a kitten I acquired on accident in October 2024, via the "Cat Distribution Center". A small ball of lint ran out of a tipped over trash can in a driveway and squeaked at me. He's now about 7 months as of May 2025, and has a perfect and clean bill of health. He's allowed free-feeding of dry food as of now, as he doesn't over-eat, and he gets wet food at 6pm to ensure hydration. He's extremely active, so we basically have play time once every hour all day long, it's exhausting for me, but I know he needs the stimulation and movement. My Aussie also plays a little bit during kitten play time, though not as intense as he's losing the ability to use his hind legs, but he's still got that puppy energy! I also enjoy taking them out and about every now and then, my Aussie has a wagon he can sit/lay in on walks, and my cat comes along in a backpack carrier, and currently we're working on harness and leash training so he can walk around freely like his older dog brother. For caring in my own home: I have the luxury of a big, fenced in, back yard that's easily accessible via large sliding glass doors. As well as a decent spaced first floor. The cat food that's left out is in a play-pen that can be closed off safely to ensure my fur-client can't access food that may potentially interact with any medical problems they have. I also have a supply of 1 gallon buckets that I use for water, and can place them anywhere in the house that will be most comfortable for the animal. For caring in a clients home: Your house, your rules! I am not coming in to your home to set new routines and rules. You and your animals have established schedules and expectations. I do expect a walk-through from my client of their daily rituals and routines. I need to know food schedules, food measurements, any medical needs and schedules, typical walk/outside time/frequency, as well as play time and their favorite toys! I also would like to know specific rules, like places the client doesn't want their pet to access, or things I need to keep their pet away from. For walking; I'd like to know their favorite or most comfortable park, or walking route, as well as how they interact with other people/animals outside of the house.
“Crystal took care of my 3 cats and they were not stressed when I returned. She is professional, kind prompt and likes animals. I definitely suggest Crystal for your pet needs. I will be having her if she is available, help me again.”
About: I have taken care of pets since I was young. I have 2 dogs of my own currently that I have saved. One is 8, and the other is a puppy. I am a full-time nurse and just like I strive to provide the best care for patients, I do the same for all furry friends 🐾 I work three nights a week, and I am free all other days after that. I am more than happy to squeeze any time into my schedule to help out any furry friend I will care for your pet in whatever way you prefer as long as it is in the pets best interest. I am very flexible.
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Caitlin G.
“Caitlin was amazing! She kept me informed and definitely helped me feel at ease in the mist of everything I had going on with work. An added plus, was my fur baby was happy!”
James L.Star Sitter
“He is always looking out for our fur baby, and always tries his utmost best to do the best for the cat! He worked extremely hard for the cat to enjoy his presence and not scare her! 10/10”
Jordan M.
“Jordan is by far the most professional and caring pet sitter that I have ever met. I could not recommend her more. She sends me tons of photos and a very detailed overview of what happened during her time at my house. 5 stars is not enough!”
Kayla & Bryant F.Star Sitter
“I am so happy with Kayla! She came to see my cats and they are low maintenance, but she made sure they felt loved. Even my scaredy Cat was curious about her so she was obviously welcome by them as well. She has great communication and made sure to send photos which I totally appreciated ☺️”
Angela Y.Star Sitter
“We were very happy to have Angela drop in on our Zoey for her potty breaks. Zoey can be really shy with new people but Angela was able to get her to go outside for her breaks. We highly recommend her if you need a pet sitter.”
Jessica C.Star Sitter
“Jessica did an excellent job dropping in to watch our energetic dog. It is immediately clear that she treats your pet as her own. She walked, played fetch, and provided lots of updates with each visit. She even stuck around to comfort our dog during a storm. She also dropped in to check on my mother's cat as well. I will absolutely book Jessica again.”
Grace O.
“Grace has been AMAZING to work with and she took fantastic care of Lily! If I could give her more than five stars I definitely would! Great communication, attention to detail, and overall outstanding service!!!”
Victoria V.Star Sitter
“Torrie is someone you can fully trust with your pets! She is extremely prompt in communicating, takes the best pictures, and your dogs and cats will have the best time! She’s perfect for all pet parents, especially anxious ones 😅 She has such a sweet spirit about her too. Thanks again Torrie!”
Briana H.
“Excellent experience with Briana. She communicates well, shows up in time & is friendly. You tell that she really cares about our pet. It was our first time with Rover and Briana and it was a wonderful experience. We could not be happier!”
Leah H.
“Leah has great response time to anything I needed and went over an extra time when I was worried about something small. The animals all seemed to respond well to her and she spent a nice amount of time playing and petting them so they didn’t feel so lonely!”
Kathryn H.
“Kathryn has always done an excellent job watching our cats and fish! She has taken care of our pets a few times now, and was great when we had to suddenly be out of town with only a few days notice. One of our shy cats even came out to play with her during one of days she was taking care of them!”
Katarina D.
“This was my first time using Rover, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Katarina. She was so sweet and gentle with my pup, Reba, and she took excellent care of her. Katarina had good availability, she was on time for all of her drop-ins, and she sent thorough updates and photos after each visit. Reba was happy and well cared for while we were away, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book Katarina to care for my pets again in the future.”
Jazmine K.
“Jasmine has been our favorite she gives Dutch just what he needs cuddles & playtime Thank you for being our saving GRACE FOR OUR Fur baby!!!”
Tia L.Star Sitter
“Tia was great! she was super patient with my cats and me. Tia really took the time to follow all the instructions i sent over without any annoyance or complaints!! i hate having to leave my cats but Tia sent over lots of photos and took such great care of them i wasn’t stressed at all. i will definitely be using Tia for future bookings!”
Maggie C.Star Sitter
“I'm glad Maggie was available to check in on my cat. There was an issue with the key getting stuck but she thankfully solved the issue on her own in order to complete the visit.”
Shemoy S.Star Sitter
“Best sitter you can ask for. Shemoy would drop in for a visit to check on my babies. She’d make sure they got exercise, cleaned any messes, and sent the cutest photos on her way out. 10/10 would recommend!”
Bailey S.
“She spoils and treats our cat and dog like the princes they believe themselves to be. She’s always made sure to put both of their cares and needs first and will make sure that they are played with and loved.”
Crystal P.
“Crystal took care of my 3 cats and they were not stressed when I returned. She is professional, kind prompt and likes animals. I definitely suggest Crystal for your pet needs. I will be having her if she is available, help me again.”
Mary L.
“Mary has watched my dog for a few years. She is always so reliable and really goes above and beyond what we ask of her! She always makes us feel confident that our dog will be taken care of properly when we are away or we just need her to walk him!”
Elisa M.
“Elisa took great care of my cat Lilo! Lilo was very happy and healthy when I returned home. I highly recommend her and will definitely be booking her again!”
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Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in California on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 85 pet sitters in California. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of California pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in California.
Rover makes it easy to find California pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 85 pet sitters in California on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been background checked and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 pet 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 pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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