Pet Sitting in Oakland

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Sitter Profile Image: Fuliang X.
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Fuliang X.
$28
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
42 reviews
17 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Downtown, Oakland, CA, 94612

Fuliang did a great job. I felt my cat Alba was well cared for. I got a nice detailed report on the last day. Could have used a picture of my cat everyday but otherwise I am a very satisfied customer and will use this sitter again for my pet sitting needs.

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Rachel O.
Sitter Profile Image: Cyvanah B.
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Cyvanah B.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
1 repeat client
5 years of experience
Civic Center, Oakland, CA, 94607

Cyvanah was wonderful with my baby boi Hilo. I especially appreciated the multiple photos and summaries of each day from Cyvanah. It put my mind at ease and I looked forward to each update while away. She bonded with my kitton spectacularly and he was cuddling on her lap in no time. She has a way with cats and I would trust Cyvanah with any fur baby of mine. She is professional, punctual and a great communicator.

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Jasmin D.
Sitter Profile Image: Adela C.
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Adela C.
$56
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
7 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Lakewide, Oakland, CA, 94612

Adela stepped up last minute to care for my cat and I am so grateful! She was professional, on time, and super communicative. I would definitely rebook with Adela :)

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Tanya G.
Sitter Profile Image: Alejandra C.
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Alejandra C.
$35
total per visit
4.9 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
11 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Lakewide, Oakland, CA, 94612

This was my 2nd time booking with Alejandra to check in with my puppy for 30 mins while I was at my office all day. Alejandra is so sweet and caring, my boy MoMo loves her so much! TYSM for taking such good care of him and accommodating all my requests! ❤️❤️❤️

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Sitter Profile Image: Sherry Q.
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Sherry Q.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
4 reviews
3 years of experience
Lakewide, OAKLAND, CA, 94612

About: I love to jog around Lake Merritt, and I'd be happy to take your fur baby along for a run! I've cared for dogs and cats, healthy and sick, with very specific dietary restrictions and activity needs. I wish I could have my own pet, but since I travel pretty often, this is the next best thing. :-) I’m a Product Manager with a hybrid work schedule. Rest assured, I can easily get from work to home on in-office days for walks/drop-ins if needed. I also work at a dog friendly office. I am available most days for drop-ins 2x/day. On weekday evenings, I typically go on runs (with/without dogs!). Expect many photos of your fur baby while you're away! I'm happy to drop in to check on food, water, litter (for cats), and take your pup on walks. I am very detail oriented, so if you have very particular instructions regarding diet or preferences while outside, you can trust me to follow them. For boarding, I have bowls for water and food as well as doggy waste bags. You would need to provide their food, treats, toys, (litter for kitties), and anything else to make their stay more comfortable!

Sitter Profile Image: Akiko G.
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Akiko G.
$63
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
55 reviews
17 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Oakland, CA, 94612

Akiko was extremely responsive and went above and beyond. Our cat clearly loved her too! Akiko exhibited outstanding professionalism and genuine care for our pet. Can’t thank her enough.

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Andrea G.
Sitter Profile Image: Rebeca M.
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Rebeca M.
$28
total per visit
15 years of experience
Civic Center, Oakland, CA, 94612

About: I’ve had dogs my whole life, from growing up with a schnauzer to now raising Denali, my 10-year-old St. Bernard. Caring for a giant senior dog has taught me so much about patience, attentiveness, mobility needs, routines, and just how important comfort and companionship become as dogs get older. I also have experience dog sitting dogs of all ages, sizes, and personalities. For the past year, I’ve regularly cared for Cooper, a Maltese/Yorkie mix, sometimes for weeks at a time while his family is away. I genuinely love spending quality time with dogs; not just making sure they’re fed and walked, but making sure they feel safe, stimulated, loved, and understood. I believe a dog’s world is only as big as we help make it, so I care a lot about enrichment, affection, play, exploration, and giving them moments that make their days feel full and exciting. Whether your dog is energetic, anxious, playful, cuddly, tiny, giant, or entering their senior years, I’ll care for them with the same warmth and attention I give my own💖 My schedule is very flexible during mornings and regular daytime working hours, which allows me to be available for walks, drop-ins, playtime, companionship, and daytime care throughout the week. Whether your pet needs a midday walk, company while you’re at work, or extra attention during the day, I’d love to help 💖 I’m available to pick up your pet for walks or provide care directly in your home, where they feel safest and most comfortable. I know how important trust, routine, and environment can be for dogs, so I always try to make their experience feel calm, familiar, and stress-free 🐶🐈

Sitter Profile Image: Sofia D.
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Sofia D.
$27
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
32 reviews
6 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Downtown, Oakland, CA, 94612

I can not thank Sofia enough! She’s great with communication and Benito was so happy. Definitely recommend and will be rebooking!

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Yolanda R.
Sitter Profile Image: jiajie h.
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jiajie h.
$43
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Civic Center, Oakland, CA, 94607

About: Your pet's comfort is our top priority. We live in a pet-friendly 2b2b apartment where your furry friend will get VIP treatment. Since I specialize in making natural pet treats, your pup or kitty will have endless treats during their stay! We have a separate, private room specifically available for pets who prefer their own space or need a quiet environment away from our friendly resident Maltipoo. We are cat-friendly and highly experienced with large breeds (up to 80lbs). From cozy naps to gourmet treats, we provide a safe, fun, and delicious home away from home! • Morning: A refreshing walk around Oakland followed by breakfast. • Mid-day: High energy fun at the dog park with plenty of fetch and ball play. • Afternoon: Nap time! Pets can recharge in our private spare room or a sunny spot. • Evening: Dinner and indoor play, featuring unlimited handmade treats from my workshop. • Night: A final potty walk and cozy snuggles before bedtime. We live in a spacious, pet-friendly 2b2b apartment in Oakland. For your peace of mind, we have a dedicated spare room that is not used by humans, it’s a perfect "private suite" for pets who need their own space, are shy, or require isolation for health or personality reasons.

Sitter Profile Image: Amari W.
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Amari W.
$23
total per visit
7 years of experience
Oakland, CA, 94612

About: I’ve been taking care of dogs my whole life within my family but I’ve also taken my own path on raising puppies from the liter of my own dogs in my parents home having babies. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve taken in two dogs from the streets and have been raising them since one month old. I work for myself so any time I’d need to accommodate for your pups needs I can do that ! I just want to be of convenience for the dog parents because I know how hard it can be managing your life with your fur baby. I have crates if preferred to be used but I also have my own babies that I can bring over to spend time with your fur baby so they don’t feel alone or left out. My babies love other dogs, they are so playful and fun !

Sitter Profile Image: Cindy D.
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Cindy D.
$34
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
699 reviews
195 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Oakland, CA, 94612

Cindy is super amazing and attentive to cats of different personalities and always makes an effort to meet them in the middle. I highly recommend booking with her!

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Kimberly C.
Sitter Profile Image: Jessica F.
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Jessica F.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
15 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Adams Point, Oakland, CA, 94610

Jessica went above and beyond in caring for my rambunctious cat while I was out of town. My cat doesn’t always like people but he loved her right away and Jessica did such a wonderful job sending photos and updates. When I came home I could tell that my baby was well taken care of. I cannot recommend Jessica enough!

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Hana K.
Sitter Profile Image: Stephan M.
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Stephan M.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
3 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Chinatown, Oakland, CA, 94607

I felt comfortable with Stephan taking care of my dog. He was very responsive and loved my dog (which I find to be very important) My puppy also seemed to respond to him well which makes my heart smile Thank you so much Stephan!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Alex F.
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Alex F.
$35
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
11 reviews
6 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Waverly, Oakland, CA, 94612

About: I've grown up with multiple dogs and am now happy to have my own little corgi-terrier named Karl and a black cat named Billie. I'm my friend's go-to pet sitter and have been loving getting to know the other dogs in the neighborhood. I have experience with puppies, senior dogs, large dogs, and reactive dogs. I am available in the evenings on week days and anytime weekends. Please do not book recurring walks if they need to occur earlier on weekdays. I also work as a para educator, so my schedule is flexible, but I will be unavailable for up to 9 hours at a time. Pet care and safety is very important to me. My own dog has very high needs and requires a lot of attention and care, especially on walks, so I completely understand all the peculiar needs of all pets and their individual personalities.

Sitter Profile Image: Stephanie M.
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Stephanie M.
$39
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
44 reviews
10 repeat clients
20 years of experience
ALAMEDA, CA, 94501

Stephanie dropped in on our pup, Tara this week. The first day of dropping in, Tara was sick - and Stephanie immediately jumped in to help out. Through the whole week, Stephanie was super communicative and earned Tara’s trust. We really enjoy working with Stephanie and would absolutely recommend her to anyone in the neighborhood.

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Brian G.
Sitter Profile Image: Alyssa G.
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Alyssa G.
$24
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
13 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Adams Point, Oakland, CA, 94610

If we could leave more than 5 stars we would. Alyssa gave good vibes dome the jump. Once the visits started we got follow-up questions, plenty of photos, and updates, Alyssa was a phenomenal sitter with great communication. We could tell the kitties were in such great hands, because they didn't even run up to the door for cuddles when we got home. That has never happened. We appreciated the care Alyssa took to sweep up the litter too because no other rover sitter we've had has done that.

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Syd B.
Sitter Profile Image: Kevin M.
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Kevin M.
$23
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Oakland, CA, 94612

Kevin took good care of our cat, playing with her and following all care instructions. He sent pictures and informative updates. We would trust him with our cat again!

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Sivan W.
Sitter Profile Image: Ayanna B.
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Ayanna B.
$28
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
13 years of experience
Adams Point, Oakland, CA, 94610

Ayanna took great care of my 2 cats! She was very responsive, sent videos to check how she gave my cat medication, and lots of photos, I’ll definitely be booking again!

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Anne M.
Sitter Profile Image: Esther C.
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Esther C.
$22
total per visit
4 years of experience
Waverly, Oakland, CA, 94612

About: Love dogs, cats, and pretty much most animals in between! Since 2023, my entire life has been successfully hijacked by my own dog. I am highly trained in the art of fetching tennis and sharing half my snacks. I love clocking in serious miles on long walks, and my hands feel empty without a leash in them. Let me join your pet's entourage—they'll get a dedicated walking buddy, and you'll get total peace of mind. By day, I handle my human responsibilities, but when the evening hits and the weekend arrives, I am fully at your pet's service! My availability is locked in for weekdays after 5:00 PM and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. This means I am the perfect candidate for that post-work dinner rush or when you're out to Sur for that last minute camping trip. Because my weekend schedule is wide open, your pet gets my absolute, undivided attention. Since I’m coming to your territory, my safety protocols are built around total reliability, trust, and street-smarts. During drop-ins, I follow your exact instructions to the letter—matching your feeding routines, house rules, and weird specific habits perfectly. I am a chronic over-communicator, so you won't have to worry about me disappearing.

Sitter Profile Image: Jesse S.
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Jesse S.
$22
total per visit
5.0 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
14 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Oakland, CA, 94612

Jesse was so kind to accommodate for my last minute booking. He made sure my pup was taken care of and is a very considerate sitter! Appreciate the regular updates and flexibility. Will definitely recommend him for any future bookings.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cassandra was very responsive and did everything I expected. I can only recommend her pet sitting services.

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Maxime B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Maggie was great! She was super responsive, on time with every visit, and took wonderful care of my little guy!

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Jake O.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kathy went above and beyond to make sure my kitty was safe and secure. I was very thankful for her help, responsiveness, and thorough check-ins!

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Belle T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Everything you could want in someone to entrust your pets with. Three times she has looked after our animals whilst we have been away. Highly recommended

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Andrew R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

I rebooked Marian for my cat while I was away for two weeks because she's the only one I knew my cat would be happy to see. Marian's also completely reliable and posts a summary and lots of pictures after every visit ☺️

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Pamela K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thank you so much, Kimberly! You did everything from cleaning the litter, making sure the cats were happy/groomed, feeding them, and more. We really appreciate you taking the effort to spend time with our kitties!

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Ross W.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Alyssa was amazing! Super responsible and kept our kitties going while we were away for a few days. Appreciate her!

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Amelie C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Yen was super patient and gentle with our shy cats and gained their trust quickly. She played with them every day and sent lots of photos. Couldn't be happier with her care, thanks so much for the last minute booking!

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Tiana T.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Jasmine was great taking care of our 3 cats. Very responsive and gave frequent updates. Would definitely rebook with her in the future

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Siobhan C.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Stephanie has been doing drop ins for us for two weeks now. She's incredibly responsive and prompt, and it's clear our dogs adore her! Couldn't recommend her more

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Alyssa B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Cindy and Ceaser and really responsive even on days when I forgot to book early. They listen when I ask them to do things differently and take good care of our animals.

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Bertha D.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Grace was awesome - she was communicative, reliable, and lovely with my cat. My new go-to cat sitter!

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Bella A.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Thanks as always for taking excellent care of Coyote! I really appreciate it and I love the info + photos you share.

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Chelsea R.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura was very professional, giving me updates and plenty of photos of my fur baby while I was gone. She also ensured my place was clean while I was gone which I really appreciated!

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Briana B.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Our fur babies are always so happy to see Sam! Greatly appreciate her attentiveness and care she gives while she’s at our house. And can’t beat the photos! Will welcome Sam to drop-in, walk, and housesit every time!

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Jaclyn H.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Kelly took very good care of our cats for over 2 weeks and fed our fish. Our cats are very shy around strangers but still came up to Kelly for attention after getting used to her.

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Jeffrey K.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Laura is simply the best. Her care & communication throughout her visits is stellar. Our cats are always in the best spirits when we return thanks to Laura.

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Nicolette H.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lydia always has been dependable with our cat when we go on a trip. We are moving to different region but we’ll miss her detailed, genuine care for our baby. Thank you Lydia!

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Sunny L.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

We love Reijun! She always sends us plenty of photos and updates when she does her drop-ins, she's very friendly and reliable, and the cats get plenty of playtime and affection. Highly recommend!

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Marika E.
Drop-In Visits
5.0 out of 5 stars

Andrea is so caring and made us feel so comfortable leaving our kitties. She is also attentive and notified us when she was there to send us pics and let us know when one of our kitties was having a tough time. Thank you so much, we will definitely be turning to you in the future to provide the best care to our babies, Andrea!!

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Meghna D.
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Oakland on Rover as of Jun 2026 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.

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As of Jun 2026, there are 2,593 pet sitters in Oakland. 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 Oakland pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Oakland 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 Oakland.

Rover makes it easy to find Oakland 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 2,593 pet sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakland, 95% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 91% offer medication administration, and 88% 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.

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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.