Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Melrose, Oakland
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1. Korin M.
“Korin was on time and communicative! She was great with Tater and I really appreciated how patient she was when Tater was WAY over excited when she came over for a meet and greet. Would love to book her again in the future!”
2. Natalie B.
“Natalie did a wonderful job caring for our two cats while we were out of the country for two weeks. They are extremely shy, and she was patient and creative and successfully drew them out of their shells for playtime and treats. She sent daily rover cards with detailed updates and lots of photos, and followed our instructions to the T. We came home to happy cats and a clean, neat home.”
3. Melina B.
“Melina did such a great job drooping in and feeding my elderly cat, Momo. She was prompt with timing and sent lots of pictures and updates. I could tell that Momo really liked her 🥰 would definitely recommend Melina to anyone!!”
4. Angela Z.
“Angela was great! We needed a sitter last minute, and Angela was there to save us. She showed up for the drop-in visits as scheduled and took care of our kittens. Another go to sitter for us!”
5. Elisa E.
“Elisa was great!! She was diligent, responsible, punctual, communicative and caring. My cat clearly loved her as well. I highly recommend Elisa!”
6. Andrea L.
“Andrea has been dog sitting our beloved Stacy for years while we take our family vacation every year. Andrea does a wonderful job not only caring for our pup while we are away but also keep us informed with how Stacy is doing with pictures and updated throughout our trip. The updates and pictures provide us with peace of mind, and allow us to really enjoy our vacation knowing Stacy is being well cared for. Last year at 10 years old, Stacy was diagnosed with cancer and as it progressed, she required more specialized care. We were conflicted if we should cancel our family vacation, but having already paid for it we decided to go if Andrea could accommodate caring for Stacy. Andrea agreed, and did a wonderful job of provide Stacy with the detailed and personalized care she needed. I would recommend Andrea to anyone is need of a reliable, caring and professional Dog sitter. If you want peace of mind and a happy pet while you're away, look no further!”
7. Rebecca C.
“My dog Daisy is a shepherd retriever mix, and is a little bit high maintenance with some anxiety. Samyu has consistently shown patience and love for Daisy, and because of this we know Samyu would be more than capable of dealing with other challenging dogs like Daisy.”
8. Adrienne D.
“Adrienne was the best at caring for Beans! We needed a last minute sitter and Adrienne responded quickly and provided the nicest care for Beans. Adrienne followed our directions about taking him out, feeding him as needed and truly was a great companion for Beans! We would definitely book Adrienne again”
9. Gordon P.
“Hiya! Gordon just took care of my dog for 3 nights while we were out of town and I couldn't be happier with the care and attention she received. His manner with my dog was patient, calm, attentive, and always kind. Dax is an energetic Aussie who is frankly a LOT to handle and she clearly had a wonderful and easy time at Gordon's house. He kept her on her exercise schedule, made sure she had her special diet and meds, and did a great job of managing her energy. She was not bouncing off the walls when we got her home and that's a huge credit to him for giving her the attention she demands. I will absolutely ask him to watch her again next time we need a dog sitter.”
10. Kristal I.
“Kristal is the most lovely and caring pet sitter. She not only takes care of our dogs but our birds . Fun fact she sings to them. Plays, feed them and take the dogs for walk/run to get the day exercise done. She is extremely responsible and easy to scheduled.”
11. Devyn M.
“Devyn was wonderful! She was great to work with and she and Cali hit it off right from the start! She was communicative and sent updates with pic-look forward to having her sit for Cali again in the future.”
12. Jaqueline P.
“Jaqueline did a great job taking care of Ivey! We're happy that our beagle had a caring pet sitter.”
13. Lisa B.
“Lisa was AMAZING!!!! She is so clearly a cat lover and went above and beyond to take care of our two cats. She spent extra time with them each day to make sure they got plenty of love and attention. She was super communicative and sent pictures each day without prompt. I felt so comfortable and secure leaving our cats with her and we will absolutely be seeking her services again!”
14. Hannia L.
“I worked with Hannia when she participated in our youth employment program at Lao Family Community Development, Inc. During her time with us, she successfully completed 100 hours of paid internship. She was placed at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park, where she demonstrated great responsibility and initiative. Her duties included organizing and managing interactive activities for children who attended weekly programs at the park. She also took on the responsibility of preparing, loading, and unloading decorations and food for events, and maintained the cleanliness of the park. She cleaned out the trash and other clean up duties. Hannia has an excellent work ethic; she is currently enrolled at San Jose State University and is eager to gain more experience. Her sweet and kind demeanor, along with her ability to connect well with children and her love for animals. She even has a dog of her ow, make her an ideal candidate for pet caregiver.”
15. Amiri T.
“Amiri did a great job with our pup over the holidays. He walked her with all of his check ins and sent regular photos and messages. He also made sure she didn't track in mud in the house when it was raining so much there winter days. Would happily book him again..”
16. Mary L.
“Mary loves dogs! Her dog is like her family. She takes her dog with her on pretty much every trip she takes. I would absolutely trust her with my furry baby! ”
17. Emily H.
“Emily went above and beyond to take care of our 3 cats and fish while my husband and I were on vacation for 2 weeks. The day after we left, we had an ant infestation and Emily took the time to clean up and help remedy the problem while we were away. She has excellent communication skills and did a great job at keeping food, water, and litter boxes cleaned and filled. She regularly sent updates and took pictures which helped ease that anxiety felt when leaving your fur babies. I highly recommend Emily and will definitely be booking her services again!”
18. Hannah T.
“Hannah was very communicative, and listened to all of our guidance on how to work with our big pup. She did great and Relic seemed happy to have her to hang out with him.”
19. Sheylin D.
“Sheylin is an incredible pet-sitter and lover of animals. As a pet owner herself, you can she will put her all into the care of your pets. She is well skilled in the care and behavior of pets and knows how to navigate situations that require fast thinking. She also is prompt and timely, making sure that your pets get the potty breaks or food that they need at the allotted time. Book with Sheylin if you want someone who knows by experience and practice how to best care for your animals!”
20. BrhiBrhi's B.
“I got lots of photos of my Luna bear and I felt much better knowing she got some TLC during the day!”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Melrose on Rover as of Jul 2024 was about $30 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 1,239 pet sitters in Melrose. 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, 82% of Melrose pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Melrose have an average of 12 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 Melrose.
Rover makes it easy to find Melrose 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 1,239 pet sitters in Melrose on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Melrose, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 90% 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.