Pet Sitting in Oakland
Book a pet sitter to stop by your home a few times a day to feed and play with your pet.
Every sitter passes an enhanced background check. Learn about RoverProtect
Loving pet sitters in your neighborhood
Search Results
1. Jami G.
“Jami has not only taken care of my cat on many occasions, but also dogs and cats from other friends. We love her! Her gentle nature makes animals drawn to her. My cat can be skittish and hide at a moments notice. With Jami, he comes out of hiding and sits on her lap. He is very comfortable with her and I am so grateful my kitty is taken care of with love. She is responsible and dependable. She would be a great ROVER.”
2. kaylee g.
“Kaylee was amazing!! She was able to help us out while I was out of town. She paid attention to our guy and let me know he wasn’t feeling well. She was also flexible and kind as we worked to help him feel better! Absolutely would recommend!!”
3. Anne V.
“Anne took great care of our pups while we were away. Excellent communication. Instructions followed perfectly. Dogs happy when we returned. Highly recommend.”
4. Emily L.
“I will always choose Emily to watch my pet when I am out of town! She does a great job communicating throughout the process and sends me the best pictures. My cat loves her!”
5. Misty S.
“Misty was so great with our Aussie Frank. She communicated quickly and often. I had peace of mind while we were away and she was loving on him. I’d highly recommend Misty!”
6. Corinna G.
“Corinna did a wonderful job of caring for our pups while we were away. She followed my instructions perfectly and everything looked great when we returned. I highly recommend Corinna and will be aaking her to watch our dogs again!”
7. Mary B.
“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!!”
8. Molly M.
“Molly took great care of my furry kids, appreciated the photos and updates. would recommend her and will be using her again in the future.”
9. Cindi B.
“Cindi was great, she’s super personable and made herself right at home with our girl Betty :) I would recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and loving sitter”
10. Karyn L.
“Karyn is.great! She came over the day before and went through the process of potty time and familiarized herself with my dog Rocket. Thank you so much, really appreciate you!!”
11. 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!”
12. Sarah B.
“Sarah did an excellent job with watching our three cats, one of whom has a list of medical issues. She handled everything well and sent us the best pictures and videos of our cats having their best life while we’re away on our own vacation. Will definitely book with her again!”
13. Eric G.
“Eric was great with my dog, took great care of her, was helpful and courteous, and made sure to keep me up to date. Definitely recommend”
14. Courtney E.
“Courtney did a fantastic job with drop-in visits for my cat Theo! Responds right away and timely with her visits. Sent pictures and updates on how he was doing. She followed all instructions with my cat's special food and medication. I felt totally confident in having her take care of my cat and will definitely be booking Courtney again in the future!”
15. 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.”
16. 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.”
17. Christina Z.
About: I’ve grown up with dogs my whole life and when I was in middle school, I showed dogs through 4-H. I trained dogs in agility, obedience, rally, and showmanship. I was also able to learn the fundamentals of being a dog caretaker/owner and I look forward to spending quality time with your fur babies 🥰 I currently work a full time job 9:30-5:30 but have the ability to take a lunch break at any point during the day. Even though I have my own fur babies at home, I have someone living with me who is able to help with them if I’m unable to be home. Weekends vary with work, but I always know ahead of time when I am working and it’s only for 4 hours Given that I grew up around dogs and trained them, it is very easy for me to adjust to whatever your pets are used to. I have no problem letting them out, feeding, putting into a crate if need be. I am a very quick learner and I just want to make sure your pets are as comfortable as ever
18. 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.”
19. Rachel K.
About: Taken care of several family, friends, and others pets including both dogs and cats. Would love to get to know new furry friends! I’m a big animal lover and will give your pet lots of love! I am currently in nursing school 3 days a week and the rest of my time will be spent studying and looking after your best friend! I have a dog of my own and am quite familiar with working with other animals. My dog is quite spoiled so I am familiar with all the little routines and wacky meal routines a pet requires!
20. 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!”
How Rover works
1. Search
Read verified reviews by pet parents like you and choose a sitter who’s a great match for you and your pets
2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in-person with a sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away
3. 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 pet 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.
Pet Sitting FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Oakland on Rover as of Jun 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 Jun 2025, there are 294 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 15 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 294 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.
Connect anywhere with the Rover app
