Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Oakland, Pittsburgh, PA
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“Savannah was truly outstanding. I had just started fostering a dog a week prior to her coming in, and she stepped in flawlessly. Had no issue washing the bedding when an accident happened, exhausted both dogs and made them happy and safe through out the whole week. She’s competent, figured out where everything was, and professional to a T. Would rebook her for a longer vacation anytime.”
“Brooke was a big hit with our dogs Moose and Nina. She dropped in on time, gave them tons of pets and treats and delivered meds with ease. Loved having her and hope to schedule again soon.”
“Carol was absolutely wonderful with our cat while we were out of town! She provided daily updates with pictures, showing that our cat was happy, eating well, and had a clean litter box. It gave us such peace of mind to know our pet was in great hands. We truly appreciated the thoughtful care and communication—thank you, Carol!”
“Ashley is fantastic. She showed our cats lots of love and was also extremely communicative/responsive. Literally could not ask for a better sitter.”
“Natalie took excellent care of our cat Milo while we were away. She was very detailed in her updates and even brought in a package that was delivered in our absence. I will definitely use Natalie again!”
“I can’t recommend Jordan enough! She took absolutely amazing care of my cats while I was away and made me feel completely at ease the entire time. She sent frequent updates and the cutest photos, which really helped me feel connected even from afar. It was clear my cats were happy, comfortable, and in great hands. Jordan went above and beyond, and I’m so grateful for her care and attention to detail. Will definitely be booking her again!”
“When we moved into a new house a little further from work we weren't able to get home during the day to give the dogs a break. Finding Dmitra was the best thing that could have happened! She comes every day to let the dogs out and/or take them for a walk. It gives us peace of mind knowing that they are being checked in on and it gives our dogs the opportunity to get some energy out. Dmitra is reliable, friendly and she takes great care of our dogs. Highly recommend.”
“Linnea was very responsive and helpful when things did not go exactly to plan. One of my dogs is prone to accidents and she did a good job cleaning those up as they occurred. She also helped when one of my dogs was digging a hole under the fence. She was kind, responsive, and clearly enjoyed spending time with our dogs. She followed instructions well for their care and I can wholeheartedly recommend her for drop in appointments!”
“Kristen was amazing: she was reachable, and very easy to work with. When my dog Petey was anxious and scared, she was patient with him and very calm. She was able to contact me with photos and updates throughout her drop in visit, and was very professional. Thanks for being so understanding Kristen!”
“Elizabeth was very easy to work with. She came by my apartment before I left and had an instant bond with my cat. I got updates whenever she stopped by afterward, and I came home to a happy cat with plenty of food and water left in his bowl.”
“Lara went above and beyond caring for my sweet boys. With an unexpected family emergency and having to leave town abruptly, she was so willing last minute to care for my boys. She was thorough and very informative of how the boys were doing.”
“What can I say about Jennifer? She’s literally an angel and my fur baby, my cat, Helen, ADORES her. Jennifer helps me out constantly and she is so good with Helen, so flexible, so sweet, and so caring. She leaves THE BEST descriptions of her visits to our house that I just so look forward to reading. They are so cute and funny and capture our Helen Rose’s personality perfectly. Jennifer is amazing and we could not possibly recommend her any more highly!!”
“Kimberly was an amazing pet sitter! She really went above and beyond. I’m so lucky to have come across her profile before my trip. She was so caring for my cat Nessie and my cat loved her! It’s such a relief to find a trustworthy sitter like her. I can’t recommend her enough.”
About: Growing up, my household always had at least two dogs and a cat. Very early on, I took in the majority of their day to day care, and I’ve since tended to the pets of friends, family, and neighbors. I’m currently on the job hunt, so I have ample time to shower your fur baby with love! I’m available every weekday beginning in the late morning, and I have a lot of flexibility if your pet needs some extra time. I pay close attention to your pet’s body language so I can respect their boundaries and gain their trust. I am always gentle and patient.
“We had Gianna drop in for our two cats while we were away for Thanksgiving. We knew the boys were in good hands with her! She is so communicative and sends great updates. 10/10!”
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Savanna E.Star Sitter
“Savannah was truly outstanding. I had just started fostering a dog a week prior to her coming in, and she stepped in flawlessly. Had no issue washing the bedding when an accident happened, exhausted both dogs and made them happy and safe through out the whole week. She’s competent, figured out where everything was, and professional to a T. Would rebook her for a longer vacation anytime.”
Regan M.Star Sitter
“I can’t talk her up enough!! She even helped care for my puppy after her spay. She takes care of my dog 3x a week and is dependable and very flexible.”
Brooke S.Star Sitter
“Brooke was a big hit with our dogs Moose and Nina. She dropped in on time, gave them tons of pets and treats and delivered meds with ease. Loved having her and hope to schedule again soon.”
Carol N.
Star Sitter
“Carol was absolutely wonderful with our cat while we were out of town! She provided daily updates with pictures, showing that our cat was happy, eating well, and had a clean litter box. It gave us such peace of mind to know our pet was in great hands. We truly appreciated the thoughtful care and communication—thank you, Carol!”
Ashley & Nick M.Star Sitter
“Ashley is fantastic. She showed our cats lots of love and was also extremely communicative/responsive. Literally could not ask for a better sitter.”
Natalie D.Star Sitter
“Natalie took excellent care of our cat Milo while we were away. She was very detailed in her updates and even brought in a package that was delivered in our absence. I will definitely use Natalie again!”
Jordan D.Star Sitter
“I can’t recommend Jordan enough! She took absolutely amazing care of my cats while I was away and made me feel completely at ease the entire time. She sent frequent updates and the cutest photos, which really helped me feel connected even from afar. It was clear my cats were happy, comfortable, and in great hands. Jordan went above and beyond, and I’m so grateful for her care and attention to detail. Will definitely be booking her again!”
Sabrina B.
“Sabrina took great care of my cats and kept me updated about them. Sabrina was quick to respond to my request and easy to work with. I would book with Sabrina again.”
Dmitra G.Star Sitter
“When we moved into a new house a little further from work we weren't able to get home during the day to give the dogs a break. Finding Dmitra was the best thing that could have happened! She comes every day to let the dogs out and/or take them for a walk. It gives us peace of mind knowing that they are being checked in on and it gives our dogs the opportunity to get some energy out. Dmitra is reliable, friendly and she takes great care of our dogs. Highly recommend.”
Linnea M.Star Sitter
“Linnea was very responsive and helpful when things did not go exactly to plan. One of my dogs is prone to accidents and she did a good job cleaning those up as they occurred. She also helped when one of my dogs was digging a hole under the fence. She was kind, responsive, and clearly enjoyed spending time with our dogs. She followed instructions well for their care and I can wholeheartedly recommend her for drop in appointments!”
Kristen M.Star Sitter
“Kristen was amazing: she was reachable, and very easy to work with. When my dog Petey was anxious and scared, she was patient with him and very calm. She was able to contact me with photos and updates throughout her drop in visit, and was very professional. Thanks for being so understanding Kristen!”
Elizabeth C.
“Elizabeth was very easy to work with. She came by my apartment before I left and had an instant bond with my cat. I got updates whenever she stopped by afterward, and I came home to a happy cat with plenty of food and water left in his bowl.”
Lara B.Star Sitter
“Lara went above and beyond caring for my sweet boys. With an unexpected family emergency and having to leave town abruptly, she was so willing last minute to care for my boys. She was thorough and very informative of how the boys were doing.”
Christof D.
“Christof was great! Showed up exactly on time, and Winnie just adores him! Was sure to give her fresh water and belly rubs after her walk.”
Jennifer S.Star Sitter
“What can I say about Jennifer? She’s literally an angel and my fur baby, my cat, Helen, ADORES her. Jennifer helps me out constantly and she is so good with Helen, so flexible, so sweet, and so caring. She leaves THE BEST descriptions of her visits to our house that I just so look forward to reading. They are so cute and funny and capture our Helen Rose’s personality perfectly. Jennifer is amazing and we could not possibly recommend her any more highly!!”
Kimberly S.Star Sitter
“Kimberly was an amazing pet sitter! She really went above and beyond. I’m so lucky to have come across her profile before my trip. She was so caring for my cat Nessie and my cat loved her! It’s such a relief to find a trustworthy sitter like her. I can’t recommend her enough.”
Nelida D.
“I am happy to offer a testimonial for Ms. Nellie Downie. she is kind considerate and works well with animals. She has kept my dogs and cat on multiple occasions as very responsible. She’s quite tender hearted towards all animals. She’s reliable and timely. I have no reservations about recommending her to your organization.”
Gianna D.Star Sitter
“We had Gianna drop in for our two cats while we were away for Thanksgiving. We knew the boys were in good hands with her! She is so communicative and sends great updates. 10/10!”
Sarah F.
“Very professional, compassionate, responsive, and my cat loved her ☺️”
Emmaline L.
“She did a good job watching my cat while I was away. I would use her services again.”
Oakland pet parents share their Rover experiences
Seda accommodated a drop in on short notice. She did great with my rambunctious, giant Great Dane puppy! She’s clearly an animal whisperer who knew exactly how to handle my little blind cat and my bossy old lady cat. She was communicative and handled everything independently. I totally trusted her with my babies.
Amy is wonderful! She is so communicative- she provided photos and detailed notes after every check-in with my dogs. It was clear during our meet and greet that she’s a dog lover and highly responsible. I’m already booked for her to take care of my dogs again. Would recommend!
Samantha was great! She was very responsive and took great care of our 3 cats. She even got our super scaredy cat to come out and get belly rubs which no other sitter has ever done! We got lots of detailed updates with tons of pictures which really helped us feel like our cats were in good hands. Samantha also very kindly helped us out with a couple of perishable packages that got delivered while we were away which was super helpful!
Kennedy was awesome helping us out with our cat Shelly on short notice. Shelly absolutely loved her and we are so thankful! Kennedy was prompt for drop ins and took great care by sharing photos. We will definitely call on her cat sitting in the future! Thanks Kennedy!
Cindy was amazing! She went above and beyond for my two cats and gave detailed updates, along with pictures and videos, every day during her visit. She also brought toys to keep them active, scooped the litter, and cleaned the litter area before my return! I am so glad I was able to have that peace of mind while I was gone knowing my cats were being well taken care of :)
Rebecca was wonderful. She is very communicative and sent updates and photos with all her visits. She was thoughtful as well, remembering to address the cat litter (even when it totally slipped my mind to ask). I will definitely be asking her to watch my cats again in the future!
Brandy was awesome to book! When my travels plans came together last minute, brandy made herself available on quick notice, and with a lot of flexibility. I really appreciated the thorough updates and photos while dropping in on my cats. I was delighted to return home knowing my cats were so well loved and cared for while I was away!
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Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, pet sitters on Rover respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available 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
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