Pet Sitting in Oakland
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Top rated Oakland pet sitters
Prices are estimates per visit. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Rebecca is awesome! She came and met our pups and learned all about their schedules and needs and has been amazing. Even with short notice she has great communication and is very flexible with our drop in requests. She sends great updates and pics and we feel like she really cares about the pups and their well being. We are so happy to have connected with her on rover and to have her as our new puppy sitter in Lakewood ranch.”

“I would definitely book Grey again! She had great communication prior to the drop in and provided a great report after the visit. My shy dog warmed up to her quickly which is rare! She made him feel comfortable and kept him safe. Couldn’t ask for more. Thanks, Grey!!”

“Just the best! Loving our cats like your own, even coming out with an impending hurricane to make sure they had what they needed. Thank you again for helping us enjoy our vacation!”

“Karrie was absolutely amazing with our dogs, Frank and Rocco! They loved her right away, which gave us so much peace of mind. She was caring, reliable, and clearly great with animals. We came home to two very happy pups and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy dog sitter!”

“Imani was great caring for my cat when I was gone for over a month period. She was attentive to my instructions, communicative, left the space clean on my return, and most importantly interacted well with my cat.”

“Ashley was amazing with our pups!! One of our dogs is very shy and Ashley was extremely patient, friendly and kind with him, which made us feel very happy and comfortable during our quick trip. Highly suggest & will use again!”

“Lani was great with my two dogs. She is dependable and very reliable. Always gave great updates and provided pictures. My dogs were spoiled by Lani. I highly recommend Lani.”

“Zoe was great with our puppy! I was nervous to leave him for the first time but she did a great job sharing everything she did with him along with pictures. She was so communicative and understanding of me being overly nervous!”

“Darryl is very reliable and caring for my fluffy Mocha. He even washed her bowls for me. Thank you so much for your attentiveness and for going above and beyond to care for my pet !”

About: My dog recently passed away at 14 years old, I have a deep love for all animals and promise to care for your pets like they’re my own! I’m currently a college student home for break and I plan to work dogsitting and walking into my free time both home and away at school. I am here to keep your puppies and dogs company and care for them! I live in a gated neighborhood perfect for walking dogs, and when away at school I will stay in the area of your home!

“Julie has been such a wonderful person to work with and look after our pup! Would highly recommend her services to anyone! Fantastic communication, detailed reports, and the cutest videos of Honey’s day checkins.”


“Katie was a pleasure to meet and attend to my dog's needs. She is extremely reliable and flexible, which I appreciated especially during the holiday season. She sent the cutest pics of my pup and showed her the love she needed while I was away. If I were still living in Orlando, I would book her again and again! Thanks, Katie :)”

About: I'm compassionate, patient, and attentive. I understand canine behavior and needs, communicate effectively, and create a trusting, nurturing environment that makes dogs feel safe and loved in your absence. I am currently working a very flexible job with morning, evenings and weekends off. I can make frequent stops at your residence and spend quality time caring for and loving on your beloved babies. I will take care of your pets the same way I would want someone to take care of my pets in my absence. I am currently setting up a cat playroom and have a .25 acre fully fenced yard. I live a mile away from a dog park and someone is almost always home with your pet.
“Chrys is always quick to respond to inquiries and is super great with our boy. She leaves great detailed reports cards which my husband and I love to read. Thanks so much for always taking great care of our boy.”
“Tracy is amazing! She was flexible to accommodate my last minute schedule. It didn’t take long for Kutie my toy poodle to like her. I will highly recommend Tracy.”

“Poliana is the best pet sitter we have ever had! She is so communicative and truly went above and beyond to take care of our pets. All of our animals loved her, even those that are typically very shy of 'strangers'. I can't say enough how much I appreciate her!”

“Olivia never disappoints. Always goes above and beyond and has removed the stress of travel and leaving our pets. We never enjoy leaving our pets when we travel, but there’s so much to be said about knowing they’re being cared for, watched, loved, and played with, and will be perfectly taken care of until you return. Olivia doesn’t just deliver an incredible experience for us and our pets, but she gives us peace of mind, and when traveling, it’s hard to put a value on how nice that is. Thanks as always Olivia! We appreciate you.”

Over 192 pet parents in Oakland have booked pet sitting
Oakland pet parents share their Rover experiences
First time using a sitter on Rover (we've boarded in the past) and Katie was amazing for us! She tucked our girl into bed, and checked on her the following morning. We got tons of pictures and updates with the Rover card and texts. We would definitely use her again. Thanks Katie!

Excellent communication with Chella before and after the visit. Arrived when requested and stayed the amount of time I had requested. She sent a couple pictures, and when I contacted her about the visit, she was quick to reply with an update. I appreciate when someone is reliable and can be counted on to take care of my babies when I am unable to be there, and Chella was all of that.
If you’re looking for a pet sitter who is somehow more responsible than me AND my actual pet combined, Briana is your girl. She showed up prepared like she was about to take the SATs, stayed longer than she had to like she was getting paid overtime (she wasn’t), and went so above and beyond that my pets are now lowkey disappointed I came home. Pretty sure my dog tried to file adoption papers. My puppy packed a tiny suitcase. 10/10 would hire again before my pets start leaving Yelp reviews about wanting Briana back.

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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
Pet Sitting FAQs
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 5,221 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, 88% of Oakland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Oakland have an average of 15 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 5,221 pet sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakland, 98% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 97% offer medication administration, and 91% 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.








