House Sitting in Downtown, Oakland, CA
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Ashley took amazing good care of both my senior dog and my home. It was great being able to travel and not worry about Dottie getting all her meds at the right time or her slightly complicated meals created. Loved getting daily updates and returned to a happy dog and clean house.”
“Words can never express my gratitude for Trina! After going on a camping trip and unexpectedly being out of range of cell service I had great comfort in knowing my fur child was with her. She went above and beyond to care and help manage while life took sits twists and turns. Highly recommend”
“Sasha is so caring, kind, and loving with our animals. She left a super clean house, was extremely communicative, very reliable and so respectful with our home. She is also extremely responsible and goes out of her way to make sure the animals get everything they need—walks, food, and treats—while we are away. I feel so lucky to have our animals in her care. We will definitely work with her again!”
“Nicky was great with our two dogs who were used to having someone home all the time while we treated ourselves to a weekend away. One of our pups often entertain some anxiety chewing when we are gone too long and has a very sensitive stomach. She took in all the extra details and precautions in stride and the pups were very happy with some walks and snuggles. We returned to two happy pups and our home in order. Would definitely use again! Thanks!”
“Dennis did a wonderful job watching my 13 month old Collie puppy. My dog is large and somewhat high energy and needs many miles of walks and Dennis did a wonderful job making sure that he got all of the mental and physical stimulation he needed. I got lots of picture updates, and felt very relaxed while leaving my dog while I was on vacation. Dennis also took great care of my home and was super responsive whenever I had questions. We did one meeting before I booked Dennis for the weekend, and then I booked him for one dog walk session before the Dog Sitting time because he was going to arrive after I had left. He was super open to everything and he reviewed my dog care instructions before I left. I felt like we had really clear really good communication. I’ve used several Rover pet sitters and Dennis is by far the best one that I’ve booked. I cannot recommend him enough! (unless you want him on the same weekend that I do and then I would still recommend him but I call dibs!)”
“Matt is always great with our dog, Elliott. He was very responsible with Elliott's medication schedule and attentive to his emotional needs. I'll be re-booking Matt for our next trip as well. Thank you, Matt!”
“She was extremely incredible with our 3 weenies who are still working on potty training! Would 100% use her again. She is super accommodating and kept us updated throughout the week. Finally had a stress free vacation thanks to her!”
“Charlii watched Wes and Margot while we were on vacation. She stayed at our house with the dogs and sent wonderful EOD updates with lots of pictures and notes. We’re excited to have her watch them again soon!”
“Elisa's calm demeanor is a game changer for our anxious little Moana and this time she went above and beyond dealing with Moana's digestive issues. So grateful to have a sitter we can rely on to care for our fur baby the same as we do.”
“Marina is great! She house/dog sat my two small older dogs for three nights. She is/was dependable, trustworthy and respectful of my house with all its little quirks. If I had a question, she answered right away and sent pictures. The house was as clean as if I'd never left. I was able to enjoy my vacation with no worries about my little dogs. My dogs were very calm and happy when I returned. I doubt they missed me at all. I would definitely hire Marina again.”
“Fuliang was always quick to respond and took great care of our dog. He was super flexible and even came early and stayed later than planned to accommodate our flight schedule.”
“Monica was great! We were able to schedule a quick meet & greet beforehand. She was responsive, flexible, and most importantly - Pawlo enjoyed spending time with her. She also sent lots of pictures and videos while we were out. We will definitely be reaching out to Monica next time we need help with Pawlo.”
“Honestly could not have found a better pet sitter! She really took care of our little crew like they were her own. We came back to stress free, happy pets, which for our needy little lovea isn’t always the norm. Joanna was beyond considerate and sent lots of pictures which showed just how well cared for they all were. Cannot recommend highly enough!”
“Aman was great house sitting our dog. It was our first time using Rover and I created some confusion but he was very gracious and helpful. Sent plenty of photos and was very communicative as we had a few unexpected packages show up. Even offered to was some dishes we’d left behind! Oh and our dog loved him. Wouldn’t hesitate to use him again!”
“Celeste was fantastic! We have 4 cats with big personalities and she was so great at getting to know all of them over the course of the 8 days she house sat for us. She provided very detailed summaries of their days/nights, and navigated some of the trickier nuances of our situation like an absolute pro: medication administration, some inter-cat tension we've been dealing with, and making sure everyone got adequate individual attention. We also had a house issue come up while we were gone which she handled so well and was great at giving us updates. It was such a relief to have a proactive problem solver watching our boys and the house. We have another upcoming trip and will absolutely be rebooking with Celeste.”
“I had Esteban house sit to look after my big, rambunctious dog Sable for 6 days. Not only did Esteban take amazing care of my dog, he left the house in incredible condition. All my dog’s needs were met, and he sent regular pupdates. I’m a very anxious person and it was my first time using Rover, but Esteban put me at ease and I am so glad I decided to go with him. I would 100% use Esteban again if I ever leave town. I believe it’s safer and easier on my dog than boarding her at a dog hotel. You da man, Esteban!”
“Meshaal took great care of our 55 lb pup and our cat in our home while we were on vacation! They were thorough in preparing for the job, very communicative while we were away, and followed all of our feeding and exercise instructions. We would definitely have Meshaal sit for us again!”
“I was forced to take a last minute trip out of state for a memorial service. I didn’t expect to find someone to watch my babies on such short notice (3 days) nor did I expect to find someone of such high quality! Chelsea went above and beyond by ensuring my dogs had plenty of cuddles and adventures, alerting me to any abnormalities and she even cleaned the linens from the guest room where she stayed. You can rest easy knowing your babies will get extra attention and you won’t come home to a mess! THANK YOU CHELSEA ??”
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
Ashley S.
“Ashley took amazing good care of both my senior dog and my home. It was great being able to travel and not worry about Dottie getting all her meds at the right time or her slightly complicated meals created. Loved getting daily updates and returned to a happy dog and clean house.”
Trina B.
“Words can never express my gratitude for Trina! After going on a camping trip and unexpectedly being out of range of cell service I had great comfort in knowing my fur child was with her. She went above and beyond to care and help manage while life took sits twists and turns. Highly recommend”
Sasha D.
“Sasha is so caring, kind, and loving with our animals. She left a super clean house, was extremely communicative, very reliable and so respectful with our home. She is also extremely responsible and goes out of her way to make sure the animals get everything they need—walks, food, and treats—while we are away. I feel so lucky to have our animals in her care. We will definitely work with her again!”
Nicky T.
“Nicky was great with our two dogs who were used to having someone home all the time while we treated ourselves to a weekend away. One of our pups often entertain some anxiety chewing when we are gone too long and has a very sensitive stomach. She took in all the extra details and precautions in stride and the pups were very happy with some walks and snuggles. We returned to two happy pups and our home in order. Would definitely use again! Thanks!”
Dennis H.
“Dennis did a wonderful job watching my 13 month old Collie puppy. My dog is large and somewhat high energy and needs many miles of walks and Dennis did a wonderful job making sure that he got all of the mental and physical stimulation he needed. I got lots of picture updates, and felt very relaxed while leaving my dog while I was on vacation. Dennis also took great care of my home and was super responsive whenever I had questions. We did one meeting before I booked Dennis for the weekend, and then I booked him for one dog walk session before the Dog Sitting time because he was going to arrive after I had left. He was super open to everything and he reviewed my dog care instructions before I left. I felt like we had really clear really good communication. I’ve used several Rover pet sitters and Dennis is by far the best one that I’ve booked. I cannot recommend him enough! (unless you want him on the same weekend that I do and then I would still recommend him but I call dibs!)”
Matt E.
“Matt is always great with our dog, Elliott. He was very responsible with Elliott's medication schedule and attentive to his emotional needs. I'll be re-booking Matt for our next trip as well. Thank you, Matt!”
Elise C.
“Elise was wonderful, very communicative and considerate. She left my place in a great state and the pets seem to have had a great time while I was away. Would greatly recommend!”
Olivia O.
“She was extremely incredible with our 3 weenies who are still working on potty training! Would 100% use her again. She is super accommodating and kept us updated throughout the week. Finally had a stress free vacation thanks to her!”
Charlii C.
“Charlii watched Wes and Margot while we were on vacation. She stayed at our house with the dogs and sent wonderful EOD updates with lots of pictures and notes. We’re excited to have her watch them again soon!”
Elisa E.
“Elisa's calm demeanor is a game changer for our anxious little Moana and this time she went above and beyond dealing with Moana's digestive issues. So grateful to have a sitter we can rely on to care for our fur baby the same as we do.”
Marina M.
“Marina is great! She house/dog sat my two small older dogs for three nights. She is/was dependable, trustworthy and respectful of my house with all its little quirks. If I had a question, she answered right away and sent pictures. The house was as clean as if I'd never left. I was able to enjoy my vacation with no worries about my little dogs. My dogs were very calm and happy when I returned. I doubt they missed me at all. I would definitely hire Marina again.”
Fuliang X.
“Fuliang was always quick to respond and took great care of our dog. He was super flexible and even came early and stayed later than planned to accommodate our flight schedule.”
Monica G.
“Monica was great! We were able to schedule a quick meet & greet beforehand. She was responsive, flexible, and most importantly - Pawlo enjoyed spending time with her. She also sent lots of pictures and videos while we were out. We will definitely be reaching out to Monica next time we need help with Pawlo.”
Joanna H.
“Honestly could not have found a better pet sitter! She really took care of our little crew like they were her own. We came back to stress free, happy pets, which for our needy little lovea isn’t always the norm. Joanna was beyond considerate and sent lots of pictures which showed just how well cared for they all were. Cannot recommend highly enough!”
Aman H.
“Aman was great house sitting our dog. It was our first time using Rover and I created some confusion but he was very gracious and helpful. Sent plenty of photos and was very communicative as we had a few unexpected packages show up. Even offered to was some dishes we’d left behind! Oh and our dog loved him. Wouldn’t hesitate to use him again!”
Celeste S.
“Celeste was fantastic! We have 4 cats with big personalities and she was so great at getting to know all of them over the course of the 8 days she house sat for us. She provided very detailed summaries of their days/nights, and navigated some of the trickier nuances of our situation like an absolute pro: medication administration, some inter-cat tension we've been dealing with, and making sure everyone got adequate individual attention. We also had a house issue come up while we were gone which she handled so well and was great at giving us updates. It was such a relief to have a proactive problem solver watching our boys and the house. We have another upcoming trip and will absolutely be rebooking with Celeste.”
Esteban O.
“I had Esteban house sit to look after my big, rambunctious dog Sable for 6 days. Not only did Esteban take amazing care of my dog, he left the house in incredible condition. All my dog’s needs were met, and he sent regular pupdates. I’m a very anxious person and it was my first time using Rover, but Esteban put me at ease and I am so glad I decided to go with him. I would 100% use Esteban again if I ever leave town. I believe it’s safer and easier on my dog than boarding her at a dog hotel. You da man, Esteban!”
Meshaal A.
“Meshaal took great care of our 55 lb pup and our cat in our home while we were on vacation! They were thorough in preparing for the job, very communicative while we were away, and followed all of our feeding and exercise instructions. We would definitely have Meshaal sit for us again!”
Samantha A.
“Samantha was fantastic! Provided lots of updates. Our dog was truly well cared for. 100% recommend”
Chelsea E.
“I was forced to take a last minute trip out of state for a memorial service. I didn’t expect to find someone to watch my babies on such short notice (3 days) nor did I expect to find someone of such high quality! Chelsea went above and beyond by ensuring my dogs had plenty of cuddles and adventures, alerting me to any abnormalities and she even cleaned the linens from the guest room where she stayed. You can rest easy knowing your babies will get extra attention and you won’t come home to a mess! THANK YOU CHELSEA ??”
Downtown pet parents share their Rover experiences
We had a fantastic experience with Christina watching our dog, Amos, in our home. From the start, her communication was clear and easy, which we really appreciated. She was attentive to his schedule and all care instructions. We loved receiving the frequent photo updates, it was so great to see Amos happy and comfortable while we were gone. We came home to a relaxed pup and a tidy house. We highly recommend her as a dog sitter!
Mar was great. We would definitely have her house sit and pet sit for us. We had two dogs and two cats and she was great with them. She would send us picture updates and everyone appeared to be having a great time. When we returned home, the house was clean and everything taken care of.
Morgan is an amazing dog sitter. She took such great care of our anxious pup, making sure she had all of her favorite things — long walks, cuddles, treats, etc. Morgan was a great communicator throughout, and she took great care of our home to boot. Cannot recommend her highly enough!
Lauren was GREAT!! My fussy cat was quite taken by Lauren. Lauren was communicative, sending updates, and the sweetest photos of how these two bonded togther. AND Lauren left my home "MODEL Ready for Show! I would highly recommend Lauren to anyone needing pet care and house sitting needs!
Wendy was able to housesit my puppy after another sitter canceled on short notice, and I’m so glad it worked out that way! From the meet and greet forward it was clear she is super comfortable and experienced with dogs, and during my trip she took all the puppy shenanigans in stride, including doing quite a bit of laundry. I came home to a happy dog and a spotless house - thank you Wendy!
Thank you for taking such great care of Nelly and our house, Jana!! Nelly is a sensitive dog, and Jana was so patient in getting to know her on walks before house sitting her for a week while we visited family. Jana's calm energy put her at ease. Thank you so much, Jana!
Chris is an amazing dog sitter, who I feel completely at ease with leaving Jojo pup with while I'm away. Chris watched Jojo for 7 nights while I was on an international hiking trip with intermittent service. He sends the best photos, takes Jojo for great walks and provides excellent communication during the sit. My house was just as I'd left it upon my return. I look forward to continuing to work with Chris. Thank you!!
Sarah watched my sometimes leash reactive dog for 7 nights while I was away on an international hiking trip with intermittent service. I felt completely at ease while traveling, due to Sarah's professionalism, amazing communication, and the way she clearly connects with and understands Jojo pup. It's such a pleasure to work with Sarah.
Elisa was great! Very conscientious and comprehensive with her daily updates! She clearly bonded very well with our dog, who seemed to be looking for her when he woke up the next day. The kitchen also seemed to be even cleaner than we left it. We've already booked with Elisa again, and highly recommend her!
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
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 Downtown.
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. Downtown 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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