House Sitting in Oakland
Find a loving house sitter to watch over your pets and your home.

Over 19 pet parents in Oakland have booked house sitting
More resources
A focus on safety
Enjoy photo updates, easy messaging, and the knowledge that every sitter joining Rover needs to pass an enhanced background check.Learn more about RoverProtect
Loving house sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results


1. Kaylan P.

“Kaylan did a wonderful job with my kitties. They really like her. I will use Kaylan when she is available. If you need a reliable pet sitter, I highly recommend her.”


2. Brandi B.


“Brandi was wonderful! Our dogs can be particular with new people and this was our first time leaving them with someone they don’t know. Brandi kept us up to date, sent photos, and communicated as needed. She left the house clean as well - we will definitely use her in the future!”


3. Pamela M.

“Pamela watched our fur babies overnight and took amazing care of them. We have an elderly diabetic dog that needs injections and a special diet and he did great under her care. She kept us updated with photos throughout the night. I cannot say enough good things 😁”


4. Anna B.
“Anna has cared for my dog multiple times over the last couple years, for everything from 1 night to multiple nights. We have a large dog that doesn’t trust just anyone. She quickly gained our dog’s trust, and has done a great job caring for and loving our dog. Anna is extremely dependable and responsible, and she always cleans anything she uses at our house. I fully trust Anna and I highly recommend her!”


5. Maggie K.

“Ella was taken care of giving us peace knowing we didn’t have to worry at all.”


6. Cortney C.

“Cort was a lifesaver. Literally. What started out as a routine dog-sitting assignment while I was out of town turned into an emergency trip to the vet. Not her fault. She took her, kept me updated and made sure everything was taken care of. I’m very grateful.”


7. Skyler S.


“Skyler was Great! She was quick to respond and made the entire process very easy! My puppy is only 10 weeks old and she took very good care of her, taking her outside to the bathroom and giving her lots of love! She always sent photos of my puppy throughout the night to keep me updated on how she was doing! Which held ease my nerves about leaving her for work at such a young age. I will definitely be booking again with Skyler :)”


8. Faith P.

“Faith was the most wonderful pet sitter you could ever ask for. She was on time, thoughtful, and very attentive to our two dogs. Thank you Faith for everything you did for us.”


9. Elyse D.

“Elyse is amazing! I’ve already booked my next vacation and talked about another one after that with her so my fur babies can be taken care of and I know they are in the best hands. She is such an animal lover and treats my fur babies like her own. I never had to worry about them while I was on vacation. She communicates, sends photos and asks questions if she doesn’t know. My neighbor who helps me with my dogs said she also me Elyse and said she was so nice and the dogs loved her and she was always out walking them when needed and was home with them! Thank you so much Elyse! It’s so great to be able to go on vacation and know your fur babies and home are being taken care of! We look forward to your next time!”


10. Nathaniel B.

“Nathaniel was fantastic with our boy Ollie! He stayed at our house and left the place super clean! Would absolutely use him again!”


11. Amanda W.

“Amanda did a wonderful job watching our home and our Sammy! This is the first time we’ve left him with anyone-and it was a great relief to see that he was absolutely fine and got loads of attention. We will definitely book Amanda again ?”


12. Averie S.

“Averie did a great job! She followed all our preferences, checked in when there was a question, the dog clearly accepted her as a guest member of the pack, and the house looked great when we got back. Will definitely be re-booking!”


13. Grace D.

“Grace was amazing! She was able to help me out in a pinch when my other sitter wouldn’t respond! She did great working with my older dog and was able to help with administrating his medication. She kept me informed and reached out for any questions and sent me pictures while I was away. I will definitely be booking her again!”


14. Jessica B.
“It is very evident that Jessica loves animals. She approached my pets in a way that allowed the dog and cat to get used to her. She provided the care we needed while we were on vacation. I totally recommend Jessica as a pet sitter.”


15. Matthew F.

“Matthew is an awesome dog/cat sitter! He sent lots of photos and videos of our pets and was very easy to communicate with. He responded quickly to my questions and requests. Would highly recommend him.”


16. Anne V.
About: We have plenty of property for animals to run and play! And a large home that is welcoming to humans and animals! We have a dog, 2 cats, 2 bunnies and chickens! I only work a couple of hours each week so I have plenty of time and energy to play with your pet! We have a dog that also loves having friends come over! We treat our dog, cats and bunnies as members of the family and will treat your pets the same! We look forward to caring for your pets!


17. Caitlin P.
About: I grew up living with my grandmother, who owned a dog rescue. I worked for a local animal shelter for many years. Additionally, I worked for an animal hospital and a doggie daycare/kennel. I have experience giving meds, feeding, and taking care of all kinds of animals. I have experience taking care of blind and deaf animals. I also have experience helping newborn puppies and kittens who needed to be bottle-fed every two hours. I take my dog to the beach very often, and I love to take her hiking. I love animals; they are truly my passion, and I would love to work with yours. I’m currently available to pet sit or walk full time! My availability is wide open. My inbox is open and I would love to work with you! I currently will only be pet sitting at your home. My home currently has 4 dogs, two guinea pigs, two cats, and 4 chickens so it is a full house hold! I would love to learn your routine and help you in your own home.


18. Sarah B.

“Highly recommend Sarah! She watched both of our dogs at our house over the weekend, and we were very happy with the whole experience. One dog needs meds, and the other is a puppy. I never worried about them in her care.”


19. Courtney E.
“Courtney did a great job with our dogs. She wasn’t deterred by our dogs’ weird quirks and sent update while we were away. She also was willing to meet and great prior to our vacation.”


20. Tracy T.

“Tracy did a wonderful job during her visit. My pets and home felt safe in her care. She took my dog to the vet for his routine appointment, but also noticed when he wasn’t healing properly and got him in with our vet and administered meds as needed. She has a warm, caring personality, and I would most definitely book with her again. Thanks Tracy!”
The median cost per night for house sitting in Oakland is $40
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews and choose a house sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your house and pets while you’re away3. Book & Pay
All payments are processed through Rover’s secured platform and your booking is backed by 24/7 support. It’s that easy!
Why Choose Rover?
Cashless payments
Book and pay through Rover’s secured platform—no cash or checks required.
Reservation protection
It doesn’t happen often, but if your house sitter has to cancel, we’ll work with you to find a new sitter.
World-class support
We’re friendly, knowledgable, and total pet fanatics. You can get in touch with us anytime.
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 Apr 2025 was about $40 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 Apr 2025, there are 792 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, 86% 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.
