Pet Sitting in Oakland
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“Kiffin always does a wonderful job with our puppy! He recently had some medical issues that we explained to her ahead of time, and she went above and beyond to make sure he was well cared for during her visit. Highly recommend!”


“Alycia was so great with our pups and our my mind at ease for their care. She provided timely and detailed updates on her visits, and everything I asked of her was done perfectly. Can't wait to hire her again, our pups loved her!”


“Eleanor was very responsible and our family felt like she was taking care of our dogs well. We got photos of them every day we were away. She was great about responding and getting in touch with any questions or concerns in a timely matter. We will definitely rebook with her in the future.”


“Brooke goes above and beyond!! I got back on rover after a few years and Brooke was fantastic with my puppy dog and put me right at ease! She has great communication and is very quick to respond—highly recommended!!”



“I had an excellent experience with Rachelle! When I made an inquiry about booking her over the holiday she responded right away and offered to do a meet and greet at my apartment to meet the cats and see where everything is. My cats are very people shy but she did a great job interacting with them and making them comfortable in my space, as well as sending great updates on them everyday. Would definitely rebook in the future!”


“Absolutely fantastic! She gave my dog snuggles and made her feel less alone while I was gone! It’s true that dogs and animals can read people and Clare is truly one with the fur babies!”


“We are so happy Callie was available for a drop-in visit with our 7 month puppy! When we first booked our appointment, she went above and beyond to make sure every aspect of the visit went smoothly. During the visit, she engaged with our puppy and supervised him closely, which made for a safe and a fun visit. Afterwards, she provided a detailed update, and our puppy was extra sleepy for the rest of the day. Thank you so much Callie! We know Graham appreciates it too! ❤️”


“Alena did a great job with my cat. He's usually skittish around new people and his reaction during meet and greet interviews usually decides who we go with. He made friends with Alena right off and she did a great job keeping me updated on how he was doing. Would definitely have her watch take care of Ernie in the future.”


“Heather was wonderful in accommodating a last minute request to drop in on our kitties for the weekend. We really appreciated the updates and the care she took with them! Thank you!”


“Michael & Beth we’re fantastic! They took great care of our boy - taking him on long walks and giving him plenty of attention. They also sent over lots of photos during their time with him, which was appreciated. They communicated well with us and we’ll definitely book with them again.”


“Dave did a meet and greet with Sam, Sadie and Silver. He really took the time to meet with each dog and created a positive bond — Plus making me feel comfortable. Fantastic job in communication during check-in. He took great pictures and we did get a little jealous- because it didn’t look like they were missing us at all. They looked very happy. Loved the pictures he took. Did ask him how everything was going and he always responded. Overall, Dave built a great relationship with the dogs- they were happy and loved by Dave.”

“Nancy was great! She offered to come meet Henry and I before our visit. She was a great help and made sure Henry played and got his energy out. Thank you!!”


About: I’ve been taking care of animals for years! I have lots of experience with different breeds and many different types of caregiving. Some of my experience includes watching two very active pit bull mix siblings. I would check in on the dogs 4+ times per day, take each one on a 2+ mile walk every day, and spend at least 1-2 hours of sit down time so they weren’t lonely. I watched those lovely dogs for 2-3 weeks at a time for numerous years! My most recent experience was taking care of Two english pointers, a rottweiler, and smaller mutt dog for 3 nights! Each dog had a separate feeding space and interactive form of eating. I made sure to follow their owners specific instructions and give the dogs lots of walks, outside time, and sit down time for 5+ hours a day! As well as the dogs I took care of two goats at that home as well! I am very capable of walking and pet sitting many different dogs. I have experience with smaller dogs like Mini poodles, to high energy large dogs like weimaraners. I will do my best to give your animals the love and care they deserve. I will make sure that they are healthy, safe, and most importantly happy! I’m currently working part time at the Sunset Country club. Even with my work I should and will be able to schedule and give your pets the best of care that includes at least 3 or more check ins per day and walks twice or more a day, depending on their needs and your request. I do not work Mondays, which makes me more free! I care for pets to the best of my ability and give them the most love and care I am capable of! Between my two households, I have 2 dogs and recently one that passed. I take care of my pets and others pets to the best of my ability and want to ensure that your pets are cared for and you trust and are confident that they are healthy, safe, and most importantly, happy! I will always adjust to you and your pets needs, so please communicate openly and fully so I can do my best to give your pets the best!

“I've had Katie watch our cats twice now, our cats love her, and they always seem to be taken care of very well. I definitely recommend Katie for your pet sitting needs.”


“Anna is amazing with my puppy! I would recommend her to anyone. Very lucky to have found her!”


“Samantha is awesome. She is reliable and our dogs bennie and ruby really enjoy being with her. She does a great job with follow up communications and photos. Thanks again Sam.”


“Alicia was great with my shy and anxious pup. She also agreed to check in on him last minute. I would definitely recommend her to watch your pups and will be using her services again. Thanks so much!”


About: I have grown up with dogs my whole life. From Hogan the schnauzer, Misty the terrier mix to Ramsey the cocker spaniel - they were each special members of my family. As an adult, I had a schnoodle named Coco for 16 beautiful years. From puppy to senior, I did it all. I trained her, gave her nothing but love & comfort and cared for her before she passed (dog diapers, meds and all!). She was family. I’ll treat yours as family too. You’ll be able to count on me and the job will get done with lots of TLC and great communication. I am semi-retired from working in a public high school. I love giving back to my community. I thought this would be another way to do so. I realized since our dog passed away last fall, there is a void of not having a pet around. And since my time is flexible, working for Rover will check a lot of boxes! I will care for your pet and home with utmost care and safety. I will ensure doors are locked, things are left where they belong, and take extra precaution to keep the pet safe on walks or outside. I value cleanliness and being organized in the home and stick to schedules and routines.

About: I’ve taken care of dogs my whole life. I only recently, in the past year, started taking care of other people’s pups and I really enjoy it. I currently have no pets of my own. Update: I used to only take one family at a time. I will still do that for my regulars, but now I am open to taking more than on family at a time if the dogs are compatible. Im a homebody currently working very part time and am very available for your pups. I know everyone on here says how much they love dogs, but i do the most! I love having a dog around to love on, as does my son. I have a house with a decent sized yard, but unfortunately it's not fenced. I will be sure to check in with you and send photos.
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Kiffin M.Star Sitter

“Kiffin always does a wonderful job with our puppy! He recently had some medical issues that we explained to her ahead of time, and she went above and beyond to make sure he was well cared for during her visit. Highly recommend!”


Alycia H.
Star Sitter


“Alycia was so great with our pups and our my mind at ease for their care. She provided timely and detailed updates on her visits, and everything I asked of her was done perfectly. Can't wait to hire her again, our pups loved her!”


Eleanor C.Star Sitter

“Eleanor was very responsible and our family felt like she was taking care of our dogs well. We got photos of them every day we were away. She was great about responding and getting in touch with any questions or concerns in a timely matter. We will definitely rebook with her in the future.”


Brooke E.Star Sitter

“Brooke goes above and beyond!! I got back on rover after a few years and Brooke was fantastic with my puppy dog and put me right at ease! She has great communication and is very quick to respond—highly recommended!!”




Rachelle & Christopher H.Star Sitter

“I had an excellent experience with Rachelle! When I made an inquiry about booking her over the holiday she responded right away and offered to do a meet and greet at my apartment to meet the cats and see where everything is. My cats are very people shy but she did a great job interacting with them and making them comfortable in my space, as well as sending great updates on them everyday. Would definitely rebook in the future!”


Clare S.Star Sitter

“Absolutely fantastic! She gave my dog snuggles and made her feel less alone while I was gone! It’s true that dogs and animals can read people and Clare is truly one with the fur babies!”


Callie K.Star Sitter

“We are so happy Callie was available for a drop-in visit with our 7 month puppy! When we first booked our appointment, she went above and beyond to make sure every aspect of the visit went smoothly. During the visit, she engaged with our puppy and supervised him closely, which made for a safe and a fun visit. Afterwards, she provided a detailed update, and our puppy was extra sleepy for the rest of the day. Thank you so much Callie! We know Graham appreciates it too! ❤️”


Alena H.Star Sitter

“Alena did a great job with my cat. He's usually skittish around new people and his reaction during meet and greet interviews usually decides who we go with. He made friends with Alena right off and she did a great job keeping me updated on how he was doing. Would definitely have her watch take care of Ernie in the future.”


Heather N.
Star Sitter


“Heather was wonderful in accommodating a last minute request to drop in on our kitties for the weekend. We really appreciated the updates and the care she took with them! Thank you!”


Michael & Beth H.


“Michael & Beth we’re fantastic! They took great care of our boy - taking him on long walks and giving him plenty of attention. They also sent over lots of photos during their time with him, which was appreciated. They communicated well with us and we’ll definitely book with them again.”


Dave K.
Star Sitter

“Dave did a meet and greet with Sam, Sadie and Silver. He really took the time to meet with each dog and created a positive bond — Plus making me feel comfortable. Fantastic job in communication during check-in. He took great pictures and we did get a little jealous- because it didn’t look like they were missing us at all. They looked very happy. Loved the pictures he took. Did ask him how everything was going and he always responded. Overall, Dave built a great relationship with the dogs- they were happy and loved by Dave.”


Nancy & Gary L.Star Sitter

“Nancy was great! She offered to come meet Henry and I before our visit. She was a great help and made sure Henry played and got his energy out. Thank you!!”


Maya C.Star Sitter
“Maya has watched our animals, and friends' animals, and has always proven to be a reliable and trustworthy pet sitter. She is kind-hearted and extremely responsible. She takes great notes and asks questions and gets support if needed. I would not hesitate to recommend her for caring for your pet. She even has that cute little happy voice skill down to a tee, which will make your animals smile! She loves cats, dogs and even watched our pet rats.. which is a tall ask!”


Katie W.

“I've had Katie watch our cats twice now, our cats love her, and they always seem to be taken care of very well. I definitely recommend Katie for your pet sitting needs.”


Anna G.Star Sitter

“Anna is amazing with my puppy! I would recommend her to anyone. Very lucky to have found her!”


Samantha & Christopher F.
Star Sitter


“Samantha is awesome. She is reliable and our dogs bennie and ruby really enjoy being with her. She does a great job with follow up communications and photos. Thanks again Sam.”


Alicia S.Star Sitter

“Alicia was great with my shy and anxious pup. She also agreed to check in on him last minute. I would definitely recommend her to watch your pups and will be using her services again. Thanks so much!”


Julie S.
“Julie is such a fantastic person! She is an animal lover and cared for her dog Coco until she passed away. She will be so good with helping other people with their pets. She is loving, kind and responsible with her animal friends!”


Karen M.
About: I’ve taken care of dogs my whole life. I only recently, in the past year, started taking care of other people’s pups and I really enjoy it. I currently have no pets of my own. Update: I used to only take one family at a time. I will still do that for my regulars, but now I am open to taking more than on family at a time if the dogs are compatible. Im a homebody currently working very part time and am very available for your pups. I know everyone on here says how much they love dogs, but i do the most! I love having a dog around to love on, as does my son. I have a house with a decent sized yard, but unfortunately it's not fenced. I will be sure to check in with you and send photos.
Oakland pet parents share their Rover experiences
Heather was amazing with our dog Claude while we were out. She was attentive during the meet and greet and made sure to provide reassurance of our care instructions in her detailed, humorous visit updates! I would recommend her without hesitation for anyone wanting to ensure their pet is loved while away, making any vacation much more relaxing.

Nora was fantastic with our dogs and took such good care of them. Brought them treats and stayed longer than the alloted time to make sure they were well take care of. 10/10 would hire again

Tori is great and takes such good care of my kitty! Always know my cat is in good hands and will get a lot of attention!

I highly recommend Kiffin she was great with communication very flexible and did a great job caring for my dog.

Lillian did a great job taking care of my cats. Some may think that caring for cats can't be that difficult, but I have had many problems over the years. This time I came home to no problems--everything was clean and cats were healthy and happy. And Lillian is so sweet. I felt very comfortable trusting her as soon as I met her.

Jani is always wonderful with our cat! We always will use her for our pet sitting needs, she is always very attentive to our pets needs

Callie did an excellent job while we were gone! She had flexibility to watch them longer than expected, gave them their flea/tick/heartworm, and paid extra attention during a heat advisory! Callie is one of the best sitters we have found on Rover and will definitely be using her again.

Amazing to know Emily is there while we were out for an extra long trip! Thank you so much as always, Emily!

Christopher is wonderful with our senior dogs. The videos and pictures he shows really indicates the pups are happy to see him and enjoy him! He is thorough and professional:)

Sophia was amazing!! We had a very busy weekend with family in town and our plans kept changing. Sophia was very easy to work with and was happy to go with the changes. Theo loved her, and she sent pictures of Theo which really put my mind at ease! Would highly recommend her, and we will definitely be hiring her again!!

Stephanie was awesome! Helped me out last minute. Goblin was happy and well taken care of while on my trip!

Did a great job taking care of our cats and guinea pigs! Got along great with all our animals and did a great job with our cats feeding schedule.

Nora is kind and patient. She was very flexible when things changed with our plans. Highly recommend!!

Took care of our 2 large dogs for 4 days of visits. Dogs and house were intact and have no complaints. Would use again.

Thanks for the detailed information about your visits and for snuggling Dill up while I was gone, I know she appreciated it:)

Susan was absolutely amazing with my dog! My dog has a tendency to be nervous around strangers, but let Susan give her belly rubs on the first visit she had! Susan truly has a way with puppies. She was so respectful to my home and my girl. Absolutely everything I was hoping for and more! I loved the time and care she took to take pictures during the visit and to write a heartfelt and thorough review after. Susan will definitely care for your fur babies just how you would hope!

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The median cost per night for pet sitting in Oakland is $20
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Sitters in Oakland average 6 repeat pet sitting clients
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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 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 552 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, 85% of Oakland pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters in Oakland have an average of 17 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 6 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 552 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, 97% offer medication administration, and 97% 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.
