Pet Sitting in Oakland
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Top rated Oakland pet sitters
“Alycia did a great job checking on our two excessively shy cats-she went above and beyond to find their hiding spots and made sure they were OK even as they took hide and seek to the extreme. We knew our two brats were well taken care of and could relax and enjoy our vacation.”
“Kiffin is responsive, caring, and goes the extra mile to take great care of my pups! Appreciate having her to help get them into a routine at their new home. :)”
“I was worried about leaving my doggie Louie alone with a stranger for a few days while I visited my daughter at college but WOW…I think he likes Brooke more than me now. LOL. Brooke was an absolute rockstar with Louie. He is usually slow to warm up to strangers bur immediately demanded belly rubs from her and loved Brooke at our initial meeting. The updates with great notes and pics every visit made me smile and feel 100% at ease. Brooke is my go to sitter from now on. No doubt about it!!”
“Katie was excellent with Melvin, on time for all check-ins and he seemed to enjoy her company!”
“Claire did an excellent job taking care of our 2 dogs in the middle of the day. She checked in on time everyday, gave us updates and took several photos. Really appreciate her helping us out.”
“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!”
“Clare was great! She sent me pictures of my kitten every drop in, played with him & gave him some needed snuggles! She even came over before we started to review the process with my kitten for me. I will be using Clare again in the future - I reccomend!”
“Jani watched our cat and she was amazing! She took great care of him and checked in with us if there was anything out of the ordinary. We will definitely contact her for any future pet sitting needs!”
“Anna has been absolutely amazing! Our dog is very sweet, but cautious—-and Anna worked hard to gain her trust quickly. She also provided very detailed information for us while we were away. We would absolutely use Anna again, and highly recommend her!”
“Anne was really sweet and caring with Miss kitty. She has very friendly personality and You can tell she loves animals I totally feel comfortable with her caring for Miss kitty.”
“Deborah is a gem! She is friendly and communicates very clearly. We felt so comfortable having her drop in to visit our puppy. Will definitely recommend Deborah!”
“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! ❤️”
“Thanks you Sarah for letting out the borkies twice while away for the day! The pics were great and appreciate the communication while I was away from my fur babies. Would love to use you again!”
“Katie did an incredible job with my dog Hank. Her attention to detail and what matters to you was amazing. Katie even brought in my packages and my trash bins from the curb. I would highly recommend you use Katie for your next pet needs as I will definitely be asking for her again. Thanks Katie you were exceptional.”
“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: Hello! I'm Maura and a total dog parent. I love dogs, have one of my own, and would like to get to know your dog too! I work from home, so I have ample time to take care of your furry friend. I live close to two parks and can do leashed walks around the neighborhood. I also have a fully fenced yard for dogs to explore! I have a large, fully fenced yard (white privacy fencing, no chain link). Your dog and I can take as many leashed walks as needed to take care of business! It is a single-story home with a semi-finished basement but dogs won't be going down there, so there's little to no stairs for any dogs to worry about, just the stairs to the deck in the backyard. I also live across the street from Kirkwood Animal Hospital so if any issues arose, we are very close to qualified and trusted care!
“Mike and Beth took wonderful care of our pup when we went out of town for the holidays! They went above and beyond to make sure our dog was comfortable while we were gone. Will definitely book again, thank you so much!”
“Alena is so good with my babies while I am gone! She keeps me updated on everything I need to know and makes sure to send me lots of pictures. I will be using her for all future trips if she is available!”
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1. Alycia H.
“Alycia did a great job checking on our two excessively shy cats-she went above and beyond to find their hiding spots and made sure they were OK even as they took hide and seek to the extreme. We knew our two brats were well taken care of and could relax and enjoy our vacation.”
2. Kiffin M.
“Kiffin is responsive, caring, and goes the extra mile to take great care of my pups! Appreciate having her to help get them into a routine at their new home. :)”
3. Brooke E.
“I was worried about leaving my doggie Louie alone with a stranger for a few days while I visited my daughter at college but WOW…I think he likes Brooke more than me now. LOL. Brooke was an absolute rockstar with Louie. He is usually slow to warm up to strangers bur immediately demanded belly rubs from her and loved Brooke at our initial meeting. The updates with great notes and pics every visit made me smile and feel 100% at ease. Brooke is my go to sitter from now on. No doubt about it!!”
4. Katie M.
“Katie was excellent with Melvin, on time for all check-ins and he seemed to enjoy her company!”
5. Claire O.
“Claire did an excellent job taking care of our 2 dogs in the middle of the day. She checked in on time everyday, gave us updates and took several photos. Really appreciate her helping us out.”
6. Alicia S.
“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!”
7. Clare S.
“Clare was great! She sent me pictures of my kitten every drop in, played with him & gave him some needed snuggles! She even came over before we started to review the process with my kitten for me. I will be using Clare again in the future - I reccomend!”
8. Jani M.
“Jani watched our cat and she was amazing! She took great care of him and checked in with us if there was anything out of the ordinary. We will definitely contact her for any future pet sitting needs!”
9. Anna P.
“Anna has been absolutely amazing! Our dog is very sweet, but cautious—-and Anna worked hard to gain her trust quickly. She also provided very detailed information for us while we were away. We would absolutely use Anna again, and highly recommend her!”
10. Anne G.
“Anne was really sweet and caring with Miss kitty. She has very friendly personality and You can tell she loves animals I totally feel comfortable with her caring for Miss kitty.”
11. Deborah C.
“Deborah is a gem! She is friendly and communicates very clearly. We felt so comfortable having her drop in to visit our puppy. Will definitely recommend Deborah!”
12. Callie K.
“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! ❤️”
13. Sarah G.
“Thanks you Sarah for letting out the borkies twice while away for the day! The pics were great and appreciate the communication while I was away from my fur babies. Would love to use you again!”
14. Katie W.
“Katie did an incredible job with my dog Hank. Her attention to detail and what matters to you was amazing. Katie even brought in my packages and my trash bins from the curb. I would highly recommend you use Katie for your next pet needs as I will definitely be asking for her again. Thanks Katie you were exceptional.”
15. Dave K.
“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.”
16. Nancy & Gary L.
“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!!”
17. Maura W.
“Maura is an incredibly responsible and caring pet sitter. She has taken care of my dogs for years and is one of very few people I trust to do so. My dogs have had a plethora of medical issues and she’s extremely competent in ensuring that care is go be in my absence. She truly loves animals and they love her back!”
18. Michael & Beth H.
“Mike and Beth took wonderful care of our pup when we went out of town for the holidays! They went above and beyond to make sure our dog was comfortable while we were gone. Will definitely book again, thank you so much!”
19. Alena H.
“Alena is so good with my babies while I am gone! She keeps me updated on everything I need to know and makes sure to send me lots of pictures. I will be using her for all future trips if she is available!”
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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 May 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 May 2025, there are 502 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, 89% 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 502 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.
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