Pet Sitting in El Cerrito
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1. Andrea S.
“Andrea does a great job with our dachshund, Snickers!”
2. Amber D.
“Amber was a fantastic sitter for my kitty Noodle. She was quick to respond to my initial request, came for a meet & greet and Noodle immediately warmed up to her, allowing petting and playing. Amber sent daily photos while I was away and it was clear that Noodle was well cared for and enjoyed his playtime with her. Thanks Amber!”
3. Griffin D.
“Griffin is great with dogs! His calm and gentle attitude make him a great dog walker/sitter. On time, reliable, and good at dealing with excitable dogs, Griffin's love for four legged friends really shines through.”
4. Yesica K.
“Yesica has stayed at our house and taken care of our dog Tucker on several occasions. She does a great job and Tucker loves having her over. She spends a lot of time with him and makes sure he has everything he needs. Yesica is very responsive and send pictures of our pooch. We will use Yesica to watch our pets again.”
5. Kate P.
“Kate was super proactive and helpful. She went above and beyond to make sure my sweet Olivia was taken care of. We would be glad to have her back :)”
6. Lili A.
“Lili is an incredible caretaker for animals. We’ve been blessed with her sitting out animals for the last year. You will be lucky to choose her. Thanks Lili!”
7. John H.
“John dropped in to walk and hang out with my Chaka. Provided great updates and was very prompt to get to her as she would be alone at home for a bit. Very glad to have found someone like him!”
8. Phuong V.
“Our kitties just had their first drop-in visit with Phuong and we will definitely be booking her again. She is experienced, friendly, and very communicative.”
9. Skye S.
“Skye was so incredible with our cat Harlow while we were away for our wedding. Her updates were very detailed, always included photos, and made us feel very settled that Harlow was being cared for. Harlow can’t wait for Skye’s next visit!”
10. Josephine K.
“Josephine was very attentive and my cat babies loved her. I will definitely book again.”
11. Sarah Z.
About: Enthusiastic dog lover looking to get outside and excersice. Owner of two large breed dogs , have experience with behaviorally challenging dogs. Lots of daytime and overnight availability. Have experience with grooming and bathing. Experience working in vet office comfortable working with special need and senior dogs. Taking a break from a career in healthcare and figured I would like too work with my second biggest love in my life, I am looking forward to getting out and exploring the SF neighborhoods with a furry companion. I am patient, use positive reinforcement training methods, have experience with all size dogs from 4 pounds to 100 I have worked with them all. Willing to adapt activities to the needs of each dog individually. Respectful,reliable,and enthusiastic. Dogs and Cats rule!!!!!
12. Marjorye G.
“Marjorye took really good care of my cat (and helped with my plants!). She was communicative, attentive and very caring. I felt at ease knowing that my cat was taken good care of.”
13. Komaki H.
About: I wanted to be at a veterinarian so I ended up going to Acupuncture school I could help humans and animals as well so I have been taking care of animals about 20 years and I love it looking for it to continuing care. I'm currently only working on part-time so I have lots of on time to take care of pets and have fun while I'm doing it. I have a huge backyard and a furry friend of my own that will keep other animals company and we will have lots of fun together.
14. Molly T.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs and cats for family members and coworkers. Both of which around the 2-5 year old range. I’ve house sat dogs and cats at my own and in the owners’ homes as well. Feeding, walking, playing, cuddling I’m a pro at. I don’t have experience with training animals but I have an extensive knowledge of dogs and cats due to lots of animal planet as a kid and learning from the owners about each of their unique fur babies. I work 8-5pm and most nights and weekends are free. I work some weekends and holidays but it’s sporadic and I’m able to leave at about 1-2pm. I care for them all as if they were my own pets. Pets are apart of the family and should be treated with love and respect.
15. Maria Catia A.
About: I have experience taking care of pets of many sizes and kinds. I have a lovely 8yo child who is very gentle and respectfull with animals. I work part time, usually out of home for about 2 to 4 hours per day. We take our fur guests to walks and dog Parks. I have a fenced yard and only out of home for about 2 to 4 hours a day. Your fur baby will get lots of attention.
16. Missy R.
“I have know Milciela for about 19 years. She has always loved animals. I have left my dog, MeiMei, with her many times, and she has alway taken great care of her. Your pet will be in good hands with Milciela.”
17. Jessica R.
“Jessica is absolutely fantastic! She is friendly, dependable, and truly cares for the pets she looks after. I always feel at ease knowing my pet is in her capable hands. She’s trustworthy, timely, and goes above and beyond to ensure everything is taken care of. If you're looking for someone who treats your pet like their own, Jessica is the perfect choice. She even send photos of her walks throughout the week. Highly recommend!”
18. Meghan B.
“Meghan truly loves dogs! She took great care of my dog, Elbie, and when Elbie saw Meghan again she got so excited and wanted to cuddle with her so I could tell Elbie liked her and was comfortable with her. Meghan has experience with all kinds of dogs from big to small and will take good care of your dog!”
19. Adela & George C.
“Adela is really helpful and she did 200% of what I expected! My cat is usually shy but she definitely loves playing with Adela! We definitely recommend Adela and will need her service again in near future!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in El Cerrito on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $29 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 Jul 2024, there are 1,107 pet sitters in El Cerrito. 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, 83% of El Cerrito pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in El Cerrito have an average of 13 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 El Cerrito.
Rover makes it easy to find El Cerrito 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 1,107 pet sitters in El Cerrito on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In El Cerrito, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 89% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. 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 background checks 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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