Cat Sitting in Oakland
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Top rated Oakland cat sitters
Prices are estimates per visit for 1 cat. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 11%.
About: I’ve just recently moved back home from Scotland after being there for about 7 years. While there I did use rover as a part time job while finishing my Veterinary Medicine degree. I’m happy to announce I graduated in 2024 and have been a practicing vet since. I love learning from the pets I sit because every time personality is different and each experience can give me so much. I’m happy to cater to whatever you pet needs! I have a varying schedule throughout the week. I work most week days with various start times but most end times at 7.30pm. I’m happy to help owners organize with me what works best for them though! I do not take safety lightly and am happy to cater to whatever needs are required by the owner. I do have family pets at home who don’t like strangers so unfortunately I will not be allowing anyone to be boarded at my house.
“I highly recommend Ciara! She genuinely loves animals. Her communications and pictures allowed me to relax while away and not worry about my sweet, senior cat. I would hire her again without any reservations.”
About: Since I was a toddler I’ve had dogs around me, growing up with Newfoundland’s (they are big!!) and German shepherds. I also have experience with other large breeds like Great Danes and hounds as well as small like Maltese’s and chi weenies! I love all dogs and exploring with them! I do work as a teacher so I will be available for evening walks as well as weekends. My own dog I walk daily rain or shine and will do the same for you! I have a chiweenie who is very friendly and loves adventures! We love walks- long or short! I understand not all dogs mesh well with others so my dog can always stay home from walks!
“Kerryanne was fantastic and helped me to have peace of mind while I was away. This was my first time having a pet sitter for my two cats, and she listened to everything I had to say, was very reassuring, and it was simply a fantastic experience over all.”
“Breanna came for a meet and greet and totally made us feel at ease. She is very punctual and her love for animals really shows. The pictures she shared of her visit with Brady were awesome! Thank you for allowing us to go about our day without any fur baby worries!”
“Montana cared for my two cats for over a week and truly went above and beyond for them- even spoon feeding one when he was being a bit of a prince about eating. She was very respectful of my house and left everything clean. She even took out the trash and the litter genie bags at the end of the week which I did not ask for or expect! Thank you so much for taking such good care of them that I didn’t have to worry at all for the whole trip!”
“Amara is friendly, communicative, and reliable. She was so good with the cats that she even was able to draw out our shy girl. We would love to use her again - high recommendation!”
“Rebecca was reliable and communicated updates. We really appreciate her helping us with Cocoa especially at the last minute! We will definitely use her again in the future.”
About: I’ve had 8 fur babies from my childhood til now so you know the couch is always covered in fur. I’ve loved my mastiffs and labs, tabby cats, horses, and many small animals. I’m familiar with various dog and cat breeds and the amount of loving you should give them, even if it’s temporary. I’d love to care for your pet! A face full of fur is an excusable reason to replace therapy.. right?? I’m currently attending a couple online college classes for the summer, so my weekly availability is mornings & afternoons. No Thursdays. For weekend availability, please reach out a few days before. I hold a calm and happy manner with zero room for bitterness. I treat every animal as my own, with the occasional spoil of an extra treat (just for sitting happy and being cute). Respect goes for the owners as well! Im sure to send you pictures of my time with them.
“Shana was great!! We had used friends and family in the past to watch our cats while we were away but no longer had that option. I had never hired anyone before but we did a quick meet and greet with Shana and she was so nice and reassuring that our cats would be well taken care of. She came by every day and also sent us photos and checked in. She made it so easy for us and it was a totally stress free experience. We will absolutely use her in the future!”
“Marie is phenomenal and I’m so thankful for her help on short notice and over the holidays! She took amazing care of my cat while I was away and sent fantastic updates after each visit. She is extremely professional and responsible. Will definitely be in touch with her for future needs!”
“Kathryn is FANTASTIC! She took such good care of my cats while I was away, I think they missed her when I came back. I am grateful for how well she communicated with me and the time she spent with them and loved all the pictures she sent me. I would not hesitate to request her help again.”
“Sarah was amazing! She went above and beyond to make sure our dogs were well cared for in their own home environment while we were away! From feeding, bathroom breaks, walking and playing there is nothing our dogs missed while we were on our family vacation thanks to Sarah’s attentiveness!”
“Jillian was a great sitter for my cat Nemo! She dropped in one him daily and sent me photos and videos of him. She was always very responsive to my texts and we had no issues with his care. Will definitely use Jill in the future!”
About: I’ve always had a dog by my side since i was born, i always make sure my dog gets out at-least once a week for a long nature walk and swim if the weather allows. I’m pretty good when it comes to puppies too! I am now free most days of the week for any type of services that you may desire at any time for the most part! I can easily crate a dog is necessary and/or needed, i usually am pretty good at reading animal body language to help better understand them and notice patterns quickly!
“Alani was awesome with drop ins for our cat. We were very nervous leaving our cat home for the first time, but Alani helped ease our minds with great communication and pictures! Thank you again!”
About: I absolutely adore animals. I have a dog of my own that I take care of and I took care and puppy-sat my sisters dog & cats for months beforehand. I am only comfortable watching friendly and clean pets! I have open availability & would love to help out if you need to get away or just have work! I'd describe my personality as friendly, comfortable to talk to, and trustworthy. I like working with animals because they deserve to be loved and taken care of, they deserve to have fun and someone to help them just like anyone else. I'm looking for a job where I can help take care of animals while also making them feel comfortable to rest or play! I started working with animals 3 years ago. In my spare time, I like to watch shows and spend time with my puppy One thing you should know about me is you can be honest and trust me with anything. I am here to help you and your animal feel safe I am looking forward to taking care of your pet and ensuring that they don’t feel alone or bored & that they can get all the enrichment that they need in. I have a dog in my home that I care for, i take him on long fun walks so he can get all his sniffs and playtime in, I feed him and give him gentle pets to make him feel comfortable and safe.
Over 8 pet parents in Oakland have booked cat sitting
Oakland cat parents share their Rover experiences
This is our second time having Mandy look after our cats while we've been on a trip. She does a great job with communication and checking on the house. She goes the extra mile and goes above and beyond. We really appreciate her service. We will be looking to hire her again on our next trip.
Amara has a good personality. She was punctual. She took a lot of pictures of Reesee and she gave me updates every day which I loved. She took the time to go to the third floor which is the loft to take pictures of Reesee because Reese's can be very shy I really appreciated that.💕 I would recommend her. I'm glad we met Amara!
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The median cost per night for cat sitting in Oakland is $25
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Sitters in Oakland average 7 repeat cat sitting clients
Cat Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Cat sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a cat sitter in Oakland on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $25 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A cat sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your cat’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 143 cat sitters in Oakland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple cat sitters about your booking. Typically, 96% of Oakland cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters with repeat customers have an average of 7 repeat clients. Experience can vary from cat sitter to cat sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare cat sitters in Oakland.
Do you simply need someone to stop by and play, feed, and scoop? Oakland cat sitters are happy to take care of your cat while you’re at work, on vacation, or unavailable for the day, even if all you need is a quick drop-in! Your cat sitter will stop by to feed, play with, and snuggle your cat as many times a day as you like. And the best part? Your cat gets to stay on their home turf.
There are 143 cat sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! We understand that each cat is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect cat sitter near you. As a reminder, cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your cat’s safety.
Yes! Cat sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your cat sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your cat sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your cat is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.
Note: If your cat 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 cat sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your cat sitter’s cancellation policy.
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