Pet Boarding in Oakland
Find a loving Oakland pet sitter to watch your cat or dog overnight at your sitter’s home.

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Top rated Oakland pet boarders
Prices are estimates per night. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 11% and taxes will apply.
“Kristina was perfect! She responds very quickly and made sure Ellie felt right at home. Ellie got along great with her dogs and had the best time for the whole week. I would book again!”

“Katherine was excellent with our black lab! Even with a fairly short notice, she and her family welcomed her and took great care of her over the weekend. Would book again!”

“We always have ease of mind when leaving our pups with Jacob. He does a great job of communicating and prioritizing the safety of the dogs. We can count on him giving our dogs playtime, exercise, and much affection!”

“This was Pac's first time with a sitter that wasn't a family member or a friend. I am extremely pleased with the care that was given to my fur baby. Would absolutely use their services again and recommend that you do the same 😊”

“Kina was so great, replied fast, and was extremely caring and accommodating for my last minute booking. She took such good care of my grandmas dog and made sure to send plenty of photos and videos! Would highly recommend her to anyone”

“Ru is so sweet and accommodating! I felt comfortable having her watch my dog for over a week and received plenty of updates during that time. I highly recommend Ru and plan to book with her again in the future! :)”

“Tracy took great care of our babies! She took them on frequent walks, got them some good treats, and updated us frequently with pictures. Will absolutely use her again in the future!”

“Anna was absolutely amazing! She was communicative and so kind, we could tell Gracie was very happy and being so well cared for. Would love to have Anna take care of Gracie again, she is excellent!”
“Micheal & his family were wonderful to Ripley! He was kept busy and given lots of love; Ripley’s Velcro personality was satisfied. Will be using Michael again - great care giver.”

About: I’ve cared for, trained, and loved animals for 40+ years and would be happy to care for yours while you are away. I know how important check ins are so you can be sure your fur baby is well & happy! I work from home most days so my schedule is flexible and allows me to be home with your fur baby! My home is comfortable and pet friendly and if they are sun seekers I have a great deck for them to lounge on. I have a fenced in back yard with room to roam and live in a safe cul-de-sac neighborhood perfect for dog walking! Couches are not off limits in my house 😊
“Lauren was an amazing dog sitter! She kept us updated on how he was doing, their activities and interactions with any other dogs she was watching. Felt very confident leaving for the weekend having her watch my dog.”

“Pam is fabulous and our dog had the best time at her house full of other furry friends! Pam sent several photos and updates each day, ensuring that Taco was being well cared for and having a good time. Our dog came home exhausted after a weekend playing with the other dogs, chasing squirrels around the yard, and searching for the coziest spot in Pam’s house. We’ll definitely rebook Pam in the future!”

“Renee was fantastic for Tycho! She sent videos of him during his stay, was accommodating of our arrival time, and it was clear Tycho had a great time. Definitely would recommend her!”

“Tasha provided excellent care and communication throughout our 4-month old puppy's 10-day stay at her home. We received daily updates, photos, and often, videos. She monitored his eating and elimination behaviors, as well as ensuring he got out and played with the other dogs on a daily basis. We were very pleased and would not hesitate to choose Tasha for our next boarding need.”

“Sarah made drop off and pick up smooth and accommodating. Dog was happy at pick up and seemed to have awesome stay and socializing times with other dogs. Sarah will be the first choice the next time we need the dog sitter.”

“Tatyana was fantastic! Our dog can be a bit anxious when we leave and she was great about meeting all of his needs. Tatyana truly loves dogs and had such great communication with us during Jet’s stay! We felt comfortable that he was taken care of and, more importantly, he was loved! We would highly recommend her for your baby!”

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The median cost per night for pet boarding in Oakland is $44
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Sitters in Oakland average 11 repeat pet boarding clients
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a sitter for pet boarding in Oakland on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $44 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Jun 2026, 493 sitters provided pet boarding in Oakland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, pet boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Oakland pet boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Sitters who provide pet boarding in Oakland have an average of 18 years of experience. Pet boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 11 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Oakland.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakland pet boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star 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 boarding is great for:
- Dogs and cats of all ages and abilities, including puppies and kittens
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel or hotel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets
There are 493 pet boarding sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakland, 92% of sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 95% 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 boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check 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 boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your 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 boarding 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 boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.





