Pet Sitting in Oakland
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Top rated Oakland pet sitters
“Mary did an amazing job taking care of our cat Lucy for 4 days. We just moved to a new state and had to find a new Rover - from day 1 Mary has been professional, prompt, knowledgeable, and kind. With previous Rovers, Lucy has been so scared that she has gone on a hunger strike or peed on things while we were away; but with Mary, Lucy felt comfortable enough to eat her food and take her meds, and we returned home to a very happy cat (and nothing was peed on!). Mary truly has a gift! We are so thankful to have found Mary to watch our cat and I’d absolutely recommend her to others!!”
“Took good care of my cats and kept me up to date on how things were going. Really appreciated the daily pictures and adjusting visiting hours as needed. And thanks for going above and beyond with the vegetable tending and the gifts! Will not hesitate to call again. Thanks so much!”
“Sara went above and beyond to help our shy kitty get some snuggles in. We highly recommend Sara. And would use her again.She took care of out plants, and was consistent in every way. I didn't need to worry about a thing. 5 star service.”
“Emily was wonderful to work with and took great care of my cat while we were away. She made sure to send pictures frequently and was great with communication and updates. She played with our cat well and made sure that she got attention during visits. I would recommend!”
“Karyn did a great job managing my finicky kitty boys. She put in the extra effort that showed she really cared and even accommodated our last minute scheduling change. We will be definitely using Karyn again!”
“Faith took great care of our kitties while we were on vacation and even made friends with our super-skittish one. It was hard to leave them for so long, but she communicated daily and included cute snaps of our babies. We will definitely be relying on her in the future!”
“Corinna took excellent care of our cat while we were on vacation. She followed all our instructions and made sure to spend quality time with Pearl during each visit. We really appreciated her attention and dedication. I highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again in the future.”
About: I dog sit for family friends often and I really enjoy doing it! I’ve taken care of puppies, foster dogs, and senior dogs. My mom has two Blue Heelers whom I love dearly. Walks, meds, playtime, you name it! I volunteer at Holland Hospital on Saturday mornings, but other than that I am very free! I am currently unemployed (waiting to work again until I’m living on campus) so in the meantime I am quite flexible! I never open the door without checking my surroundings, I always make sure dogs who need a leash won’t be able to run out. I change water daily, and I don’t like to leave dogs alone for more than 4-8 hours unless absolutely necessary
“Allison was a great sitter and friend for Smitty for the three weeks we were out of town. There were many visits involved over this time period and Allison did a good job communicating with us about Smitty's various walks and play-times, what kind of mood he was in, whether he drank some water after play-time, and other info. She really cares about Smitty and enjoys the work. We highly recommend Allison!”
“Tara really helped us out by taking care of Monarch when our normal sitter was unavailable and we had a funeral to attend to. Monarch gets a little anxious and jumpy with new people but Tara didn’t give up on him and eventually won him over. Tara took good care of Monarch.”
About: I’ve always had animals, dogs, cats and horses. I’m retired know and have time during the work day to take our friends for a walk. I’m retired now, work occasionally, but I’m around during the day most days. Would be able to walk your dog during the working day for most people. I’m retired know and available during the day. I currently don’t have pets of my own but watch my grand dogs (2) at our house
About: Welcome to my pet-sitting profile! With years of experience caring for friends' furry friends, I've had the joy of snuggling with terriers, Great Danes, and everything in between. I deeply care about providing a safe and loving environment for your pets, and I take pride in following your specific care instructions to ensure their well-being. Just back from a trip abroad, I'm excited to dive back into pet-sitting. I promise to treat your pets like my own, providing top-notch care and attention. What sets me apart: - Experienced pet-sitter with a variety of breed experience - Reliable and trustworthy - Follow your specific care instructions - Passionate about animal care and safety - Excited to form a new routine and provide love and care for your pets - Family ties to the breed world: My aunt is a reputable purebred Bernese Mountain Dog breeder, giving me a deep understanding and appreciation for large breeds and their unique needs I'm looking forward to meeting you and your furry family members. 🐾
“She took great care of our dog. Maggie was nervous in the beginning but Mandy was able to help her feel comfortable, which we saw in the picture updates she sent us. Great experience!”
About: I have had dogs and cats around my home since I was young and have since grown to love dog/cat sitting at other peoples homes and getting to know they’re pets! I’m currently in school part time and working a few afternoons a week, I will have plenty of time to take care of your pets in the morning and late afternoon/nighttime, and weekends. I have multiple years of experience with house sitting and although I do offer other services such as dog walking and drop in visits, I enjoy house sitting the most. I love being able to take care of your pets in the the place they are most comfortable:)
“Leah stopped over to feed our dogs and let them out for a break. I left detailed instructions because one is a puppy and the other has medical issues. Leah followed my instructions perfectly. Highly recommend. We would hire her again.”
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Mary B.
Star Sitter
“Mary did an amazing job taking care of our cat Lucy for 4 days. We just moved to a new state and had to find a new Rover - from day 1 Mary has been professional, prompt, knowledgeable, and kind. With previous Rovers, Lucy has been so scared that she has gone on a hunger strike or peed on things while we were away; but with Mary, Lucy felt comfortable enough to eat her food and take her meds, and we returned home to a very happy cat (and nothing was peed on!). Mary truly has a gift! We are so thankful to have found Mary to watch our cat and I’d absolutely recommend her to others!!”
kaylee g.Star Sitter
“Took good care of my cats and kept me up to date on how things were going. Really appreciated the daily pictures and adjusting visiting hours as needed. And thanks for going above and beyond with the vegetable tending and the gifts! Will not hesitate to call again. Thanks so much!”
Anne V.Star Sitter
“Anne took great care of our pups while we were away. Excellent communication. Instructions followed perfectly. Dogs happy when we returned. Highly recommend.”
Emily L.
“We loved having Emily come visit our cat while we were gone. Love his happy pictures sent every visit and Emily is so seeet and professional.”
Sarah B.Star Sitter
“Sara went above and beyond to help our shy kitty get some snuggles in. We highly recommend Sara. And would use her again.She took care of out plants, and was consistent in every way. I didn't need to worry about a thing. 5 star service.”
Ashley L.
“Ashley watched my pup for over a week and was always on time and never missed an appointment. He had a great time even though I was away. Highly recommend!”
Emily L.
“Emily was wonderful to work with and took great care of my cat while we were away. She made sure to send pictures frequently and was great with communication and updates. She played with our cat well and made sure that she got attention during visits. I would recommend!”
Karyn L.Star Sitter
“Karyn did a great job managing my finicky kitty boys. She put in the extra effort that showed she really cared and even accommodated our last minute scheduling change. We will be definitely using Karyn again!”
Faith P.Star Sitter
“Faith took great care of our kitties while we were on vacation and even made friends with our super-skittish one. It was hard to leave them for so long, but she communicated daily and included cute snaps of our babies. We will definitely be relying on her in the future!”
Cindi B.
“Cindi did a great job with our cats! It made our travel easier knowing that they were well taken care of. She even sent us pics, so we knew they were happy 😊”
Corinna G.
“Corinna took excellent care of our cat while we were on vacation. She followed all our instructions and made sure to spend quality time with Pearl during each visit. We really appreciated her attention and dedication. I highly recommend her and will definitely be using her again in the future.”
Vera L.
“Vera grew up with dogs, cats and even occasional wildlife needing rehabilitation. She’s always been gentle and conscientious when caring for our pets. Vera is very responsible and communicates well. I’d trust her with my pets and home without a second thought.”
Allison M.
“Allison was a great sitter and friend for Smitty for the three weeks we were out of town. There were many visits involved over this time period and Allison did a good job communicating with us about Smitty's various walks and play-times, what kind of mood he was in, whether he drank some water after play-time, and other info. She really cares about Smitty and enjoys the work. We highly recommend Allison!”
Tara P.
“Tara really helped us out by taking care of Monarch when our normal sitter was unavailable and we had a funeral to attend to. Monarch gets a little anxious and jumpy with new people but Tara didn’t give up on him and eventually won him over. Tara took good care of Monarch.”
Gerald B.
“Gary helps care for his grand dogs Delta and Maple. Walk them takes them to dog parks and to the beach. He cares for them as if they were his own.”
Analise G.
About: Welcome to my pet-sitting profile! With years of experience caring for friends' furry friends, I've had the joy of snuggling with terriers, Great Danes, and everything in between. I deeply care about providing a safe and loving environment for your pets, and I take pride in following your specific care instructions to ensure their well-being. Just back from a trip abroad, I'm excited to dive back into pet-sitting. I promise to treat your pets like my own, providing top-notch care and attention. What sets me apart: - Experienced pet-sitter with a variety of breed experience - Reliable and trustworthy - Follow your specific care instructions - Passionate about animal care and safety - Excited to form a new routine and provide love and care for your pets - Family ties to the breed world: My aunt is a reputable purebred Bernese Mountain Dog breeder, giving me a deep understanding and appreciation for large breeds and their unique needs I'm looking forward to meeting you and your furry family members. 🐾
Mandy S.
“She took great care of our dog. Maggie was nervous in the beginning but Mandy was able to help her feel comfortable, which we saw in the picture updates she sent us. Great experience!”
Courtney E.
“Courtney is super helpful and caring. She was communicative and was prompt on getting to our place when scheduled. I would definitely book her again!”
Anna B.
“Anna did a great job taking care of our dog Duke! She was very attentive to him. She also stayed at our house and did a great job taking care of our house and kept everything very clean! We would love to have her take care of our dog again.”
Leah & Paul K.
“Leah stopped over to feed our dogs and let them out for a break. I left detailed instructions because one is a puppy and the other has medical issues. Leah followed my instructions perfectly. Highly recommend. We would hire her again.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Oakland on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 316 pet sitters in Oakland. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 90% of Oakland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Oakland have an average of 16 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 4 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Oakland.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakland pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet 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 sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 316 pet sitters in Oakland on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Oakland, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 93% 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 sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks 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 sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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 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 service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.
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