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%.
“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: I've cared for dogs and cats since I was 13, and it is a large passion of mine. Countless family, friends and clients have trusted me to not only watch their pets, but care for them as my own. I am trustworthy, responsible, and most of all loving towards every animal I meet. I have a rescue hound dog of my own who is 13 years old, and I have cared for him since he was just a puppy. This has taught me how to care for puppies to senior dogs. I've worked with small dogs and large dogs alike. Additionally, I have plenty of experience with cats as well as I have spent many years taking care of my grandmother's cats. I have also spent many years nannying in positions where I have cared for both children and pets, which has taught me responsibility as well. I would love to take care of your pet and appreciate you trusting me with a part of your family! I'm currently in school to be an elementary teacher, so I have time to watch your pets when I am out of class! On Mondays and Wednesday's I am available in the evenings after 4 pm, Tuesday's and Thursdays I am available after 10 am, and I am free most Fridays and Saturdays all day! I would love to either do a one time visit, or reoccurring! I am very trustworthy and will treat your home and pets with respect and kindness. I understand that is hard to trust anyone with a pet we love so much, but I promise I will care for and keep your fur baby safe like I do my own!
“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.”
About: Use my promo code for $20 off your first booking with rover! VIVIAS00014 Or access at this link: https://www.rover.com/sit/vivias00014 I’ve cared for family and friends’ pets over the past two years, mainly my brother’s dog and my aunt’s cat. Both have had special dietary needs, and I’ve always followed their routines carefully. I love taking dogs on safe, fun walks and keeping them happy, entertained, and comfortable. I’m a college student and I have a light schedule this semester. My schedule is pretty open so I’m available most days but I will have more time during the week usually! When house sitting, I make sure to respect your home and follow all of your pet’s routines exactly as you outline them. I keep your space tidy, maintain your pet’s feeding and walking schedule, and make sure they feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while you’re away.
“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.”
“Rebecca did a wonderful job while taking care of our pets. Many are older, need medication and Rebecca did very well with their care. The house was in great shape upon our return. Rebecca was prompt with responding to emails and a real pleasure to work with. Thank you Rebecca!!!”
“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!”
“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!”
“Amethyst was so attentive to my needs and concerns while I was out of town. Like any cat mom I get nervous to leave my fur baby alone with just anyone but my little guy was in good hands!”
“Mandey took good care of our cat and plants for an extended time that we were away. She gave pills to our cat, changed the litter box weekly, brought in mail, and aired out the apartment as needed. Mandey was very communicative and thorough. We’d absolutely ask her to take care of our cat again.”
“Ariana has been amazing and super communicative with my Luna! She sends over photos & updates each visit! My cat is very shy & hates strangers, but Ariana got her to open up a bit! I was very impressed. This was my first time using a Rover sitter and it could not have gone more perfect! I definitely recommend Ariana!”
“Sarah provided several drop-in visits daily for my cat, Cole, while I was away for 5 days. The whole process from the meet and greet, to booking and services was very smooth. Sarah was kind and thoughtful in all of her updates, and took the time to care for Cole’s needs. Sarah is wonderful, and I’m so glad Cole received so much love and care while I was away.”
“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 took care of my mother's dogs up until I moved out. I've taken them to appointments, bathed them, provided nourishing home made meals, trained them to learn new tricks, and trained them on obedience. I strongly believe animals bring joy to a home and so they deserve to be treated with the same love that they bring to us. Since then I've been caring for dogs of all sizes & energy levels. I currently stay at home as a full-time mother so my time is mostly open and very flexible. I'm available any day of the week so I'll be here for whenever you need me. First I gain the pets trust first before roaming any further, usually clients leave me a list and I will complete the list without bringing any worry to you or your fur baby. Im there for you and your pet only.
About: I’ve taken care of/owned dogs for the past 15+ years. I’m versatile with different breeds as I work with dogs for a living. I am also an uncertified dog trainer and I am a vet med major in college. I’m also certified in dog/cat CPR and first aid. I work from around 8-5 four days a week so I am available to be at your house any time after that and all day on weekends. I will make sure being with your pup is my priority. I do have a huge fenced in yard at my home but I won’t be offering boarding at my home as pets are not allowed. So I will be boarding at your home! I will run with your dog in the yard or walk whenever!
“I cannot say enough good things about Brianna. My cats took to her right away when she came to meet us for the first time. This made me feel that much more comfortable leaving them with her. She truly took great care of them and was easy to work with. I even think my house was cleaner when I came back than it was when I left. I highly recommend her and look forward to hiring her in the future.”
Oakland cat parents share their Rover experiences
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 Apr 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 Apr 2026, there are 1,241 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, 86% of Oakland cat sitters respond in under an hour.
Cat sitters in Oakland have an average of 14 years of experience. 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 1,241 cat sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your cat! In Oakland, 95% of cat sitters offer daily exercise, 98% offer medication administration, and 89% have experience with senior cats and cats with special needs. We know each cat is unique and may have specific care 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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