Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In Oakland
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Top rated Oakland pet sitters
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“Chelsea was a fantastic rover for our dog! She was extremely responsive, punctual, and helped us several times on short notice! She also clearly cared for our dog and was super kind. Would recommend her to anyone!”
“Daphnay was amazing! She was always on time for twice daily check-ins. She played with Bleu as well as took him on runs. She is really reliable and very trustworthy. Can’t wait to book her again.”
“I am always very nervous when I leave my furry girl alone. It was the first time we booked Qutress and she did it amazing. On a couple days did a great bond and my Kira is always scared to everyone, she really had the touch, the care and patience for her. Qutress is reliable, careful with all details and kind. I would repeat her service as much I need it.”
About: I've had pets since I was 9. From 9 till now I've had cats, dogs, fishes, and guinea pigs. I have experience with dealing with pets that may have previously trauma issues also with pets that may need careful care like medince or special needs. Even pets that don't need extra care just pets that wants to have long walks or need a lot of play time . I am currently in school. So I will be working part time for Rover. Evening and nights works best for the weekdays and for the weekends I am open for anytime you need. For cats do have multiple cat bags if they need to brought to a appointment or any where else. And foot dogs if you don't have a leach I can get one but I would prefer for you to have leeches and rates of pets need to be taken out of the house .
“It was my first time using rover and I was looking for someone who truly understands dogs, and its Tamara! Tamara was a true blessing while I was away in Mexico. My dog isn’t usually quick to trust—he even tried to bite her when they first met—but she was so patient and kind with him. By the end of the week, he was waiting at the door for her, tail wagging, 30 minutes early. I could tell he really bonded with her. I’m so grateful and would absolutely have her watch him again.”
“Jasmine was amazing, especially on short notice. Thorough, communicative, and proactive. My favorite is when she left the light on because she knew it would be dark soon and wanted to provide some comfort. It was everyone you’d want in someone caring for your pup. Will definitely use her again.”
“Thanks again for over caring for the dogs and stray kitty! My return home to them was like returning from work. (Even tho it was days) They were happy but not overly excited to see me and I know that is nothing short of you giving them the opportunity for their routine to not be disturbed and visiting with them with love!”
“It is never easy to leave a pet for a week, but it is much easier when you know your pet is cared for and save. Furthermore, we came home to a happy kitty and a clean apartment! Maya was communicative and professional. Thank you!!”
“levi you were so amazing!! we looked forward to your updates every day - thank you for taking such great care of cal and santi!! we hate to leave them but it was such a comfort knowing you were around”
“Eunice was so kind and jumped in to watch Goonie very last minute. I appreciated her updates and how she was kind enough to clean up his messes!! Looking forward to working with her again!!”
“Nadine was great! She was patient with my sassy cat and very communicative with me while I was on vacation. Would definitely use Nadine in the future.”
“Cassandra was the best! Great with details, very communicative, and, most importantly, she was amazing with our two kitties! They are usually a little skittish, but warmed right up to her. She gave them food and water, played with them, cleaned up after them, and even brushed them (our long-haired cat needs regular grooming). It was such a relief during our vacation to know our girls were in such great hands!”
Over 10 pet parents in Oakland have booked pet sitting
Oakland pet parents share their Rover experiences
Absolutely fantastic sitter for our four kitties! She went above and beyond. It’s very clear she’s putting her whole heart into taking care of the fur babies. She stayed with them not just to feed and water but to play and brush, even bringing her own toys! Would rebook in a heartbeat.
Im a first time user of the Rover app and was extremely nervous, to trust someone with my dog! Carmen eased every fear. She extremely patient, compassionate and detailed oriented. Chloe can be a real sour patch, yet she took on the challenge & Chloe loves her now. 10/10 definitely recommend & would book again. THANK YOU So much for a great first experience.
Maya took great care of both my indoor and outdoor cats while I was away. She was in regular communication with me about whether or not the cats were visible during her drop-ins, as well as how open they were to getting some rubs and TLC. She even brought my dumpsters back into my yard on trash day and made sure packages delivered to my home made it safely inside. Maya is a sweetheart and I absolutely plan on having her care for my babies for my next extended out of town trip!
Hallie was friendly and fantastic as a drop in sitter! She went above and beyond and took "Lady" on long walks, even though we said walks were optional and ensuring that pee pads were washed and dried! "Lady" was not anxious when we returned home after a few days and that certainly speaks to her feeling well loved in our absence. Lots of photos from each visit were greatly appreciated. We will certainly be contacting Hallie again!
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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Oakland is $20
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Sitters in Oakland average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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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 Oakland on Rover as of Jun 2026 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 Jun 2026, there are 12,067 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, 86% of Oakland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Oakland have an average of 14 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 12,067 pet sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakland, 96% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 95% offer medication administration, and 90% 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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