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“Great as always! Our dogs love Rebecca, and she spent a week watching them. We felt safe and secure that they were well taken care of. We will definitely re-book on our next trip.”
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.
“Hannah was amazing with our elderly pup, I would highly recommend her. She kept us updated and sent pictures which were not necessary but so nice because we have never left our 12 year old lab with anyone before! We will definitely be using her again!”
“My pups LOVED Meghan! She sent me updates and photos multiple times a day, was so communicative and I didn’t worry once that they weren’t being cared for while on my trip. As a neurotic dog mom booking her first time sitter, I couldn’t be happier that I found Meghan. Coming home to very happy, healthy dogs and a well cared for home was the best feeling ever! The dogs are already looking forward to my next trip!”
“We loved having Brianna watch our large family of creatures! We have a dog, 2 cats, a bearded dragon and a tortoise. She was great with all of them on our extended vacation and we will definitely be booking with her again.”
“Jill is absolutely amazing! We had a slight hiccup with one of our pups that we decided to board and she helped us out with him in quite a pinch while we were traveling. She was very attentive and kind with not only our animals, but us too. We’d hire Jill again without a doubt”
“Duncan was super communicative, and checked in with us each day, to let us know how our girl was doing. Our dog was very relaxed by the time we got home, thanks to receiving loads of attention, and the house was immaculate. Highly recommend Duncan for your pet!”
About: I’ve always been around animals! I love long walks, playing around and some snuggles! There’s almost nothing cuter than a dog (or cat!) having fun. Besides dog walking I also work at a veterinary clinic. I used to work at a dog daycare and grooming salon as well, so I have plenty of professional experience working with dogs. I can also give your dog a bath/brush/blow dry during my visit with an add-on. I have availability on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6am-10am, after 7pm on weekdays, and anytime on weekends. For some weekday and occasional weekend house sits, I may step out briefly for work but will still provide morning, mid-day, and evening care. If your pet is dog friendly, I may ask to bring my friendly Labrador, Tony. Feel free to reach out! I will get back to you ASAP so that you can plan accordingly for your pet. I’m comfortable with any length of walks or play time. We can go for a car ride to parks or have a play date with my dog. Any suggestions on specific wants I am open. I truly adore animals and treat every animal I encounter like its mine! Lots of playtime and lots of snuggles! I am definitely comfortable with feeding and giving medication.
“Raven is so great with Mabel! She keeps me updated throughout their time together with photos and messages, takes the time to play together, and ensure she’s well taken care off. Thank you!”
About: I have grown up with dogs my entire life. I've also owned 3 of my own dogs- Alaskan Malamute, Bully breed, and chihuahua mix, so have experience with different sizes and temperaments. I have also worked in the veterinarian field so have experience with giving medication and recovery from spays/neuters, etc. I currently run a small business as well as have an evening client, so I'm open to morning- midday schedule and may have last minute availability depending on time and location. I am also available for evenings after 7:30, if you happen to work overnights! (Currently UNAVAILABLE FROM 3PM-7PM M-F, CAN SCHEDULE FOR AFTER 7:30PM IF NEEDED) I would be following client's preferred methods of care, whether it's going for a walk, just utilizing the backyard for bathroom and playtime, crating, etc. Whatever the client prefers, I'm happy to accommodate.
“I had a feeling from my first phone interview with Lynne that she was a keeper. She is an amazing person and it is or quite interesting to hear her story. After she came by for an introductory visit I had no doubt she would smother them with affection and companionship. I also appreciated her obvious skill as an experienced dog owner in setting limits for their behavior. Her little tike Milo got along great with our girls. We will be booking her again for our next trip for sure. She is a Gem!”
“I was pretty hesitant about leaving my 2 needy 4 legged kids for a few days. But then I met Shana!! Her profile is true to her word. I got pictures and videos of the fun and love Molly and Marty recieved in my absence. This allowed me to enjoy my vacation. She was extremely attentive to my babies and was very respectful to my home. If you need a piece of mind leaving your fur babies in the hands of pet sitter... Shana's your girl.”
About: I have loved and cared for dogs for over 30 years. I have taken care of other peoples pets for over 10 years. I love to interact with animals and provide exceptional general care ❤️🧡🏳️🌈 I am pretty flexible and available unless already booked through my other house sitting services. We can find a time that works! for a meet and greet. It would be your home, they would get to remain comfortable and free of exposure to other animals with a variety of issues from a loving and kind professional.
About: I have taken care of all my family, friends, and neighbors’ pets since I was 13 years old. I have had dogs and cats throughout my entire life. My childhood dog passed away recently and I have greatly missed spending time with dogs. I recently got a puppy (a Boston Terrier) and now he is 8 months old! I have not been on Rover since adopting our new puppy, but I now have time with the summer approaching to resume dog walking! I am a Special Education Teacher and have time off this summer. I only work summer school in the morning so I have plenty of free time available to spend with yours pets! I have been taking care of all my family, friends, and neighbors’ pets for as long as I can remember. I am a trustworthy person and a lover of all animals.
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!
“I don't even know where to begin with how wonderful Ariel is! She took amazing care of our handful of a dog for 4 days while we were away and went above and beyond! She was very respectful of our home, which she offered to stay over to give our dog more company. She was very informative and communicating with me about everything from his feeding, bathroom breaks, and hours so would come and go. She asked great questions and genuinely cared about caring for our dog and interacting with him. I would highly recommend using Ariel for your pet sitting needs. I hope to be able to have her watch our dog again before the end of summer. 5+ stars for Ariel!”
About: I've had pets and been around others since I was young. I love all animals and enjoy spending as much time with them as I can. They are usually just as excited to see me as I am too see them. I make my own schedule so my availability is very open. I can work around your schedule when needed. Nights and weekends are also open I will follow any instructions for care from pet parents. I can easily crate your dog if needed. I have plenty of experience walking dogs of all sizes so this will not be an issue either.
Oakland pet parents share their Rover experiences
Julia was an incredible house sitter for our 3 critters at a short moment's notice for a five day stay. She's responsible, communicative and even helped me with a few things while I was gone (helping with the plumber and a FBMP sale). All of the animals seem healthy and happy and she left my house super neat and clean, just as I left it. Thanks for all your work, Julia!
We cannot say enough wonderful things about Rebecca! We recently got married and needed someone to care for our three dogs and cat for an entire wedding weekend. Since all of our family was attending the wedding—and it was three hours away—this was the first time we had ever trusted someone outside of family to care for our pets and our home. Needless to say, we were a little nervous. From our very first meeting, Rebecca immediately put us at ease. She asked thoughtful, detailed questions about each of our pets, their routines, personalities, and medical needs. Two of our dogs are elderly and require medication, so it was important to find someone we could trust. We were incredibly impressed by her knowledge and experience, and she even shared a few helpful tips and tricks for things like cat scratching and dog anxiety in the car that we hadn't considered before. Throughout the weekend, her updates and photos gave us complete peace of mind and allowed us to fully enjoy our wedding without worrying about what was happening at home. It was clear that our pets were receiving not only excellent care, but also genuine attention and affection. To top it all off, we came home to a house that was cleaner than when we left it. Rebecca went above and beyond in every way, even washing linens and towels before leaving—something we never expected and greatly appreciated. It can be nerve-wracking to invite someone new into your home and trust them with the pets you love most, but Rebecca exceeded every expectation we had. We would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and compassionate pet sitter, and we look forward to using her services again in the future.
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The median cost per night for house sitting in Oakland is $60
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Sitters in Oakland average 3 repeat house sitting clients
House Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
House sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a house sitter in Oakland on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $60 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A house sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your needs.
As of Jun 2026, there are 2,995 house sitters in Oakland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect house sitter near you. As a reminder, house sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your house’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple house sitters about your booking. Typically, 84% of Oakland house sitters respond in under an hour.
House sitters in Oakland have an average of 15 years of experience. House sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from house sitter to house sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare house sitters in Oakland.
Heading out of town? It’s easy to book a 5-star house sitter to take care of your home. Book a house sitter to take care of your dog and cat, while keeping an eye on your property. And the best part? Your best friend gets to stay on their home turf. Oakland house sitters are great for:
- Dogs who’d prefer to stay on their home turf
- Cats and caged pets
- Pet parents on a tight schedule
- Keeping an eye on your home and plants while you’re away
Yes! House sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your house sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your house 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 house 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 house sitting service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your house sitter’s cancellation policy.
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