Pet Sitting Shafter

About: For the last four years I’ve lived in a home with two Rhodesian Ridgebacks. One was a senior at 13 years old and the other is three. I’ve learned how to adapt to their different needs based on age and personality while setting boundaries and aligning to my Housemate’s desires for their care. (Which has helped me get to know new dogs pretty quickly.) We walk, play and cuddle. When needed I administer medication, feed them, and sometimes cook for them. I look forward to chatting with you about your family’s needs. When house sitting I do not schedule any other families for walks or drop-ins. The care I provide is all inclusive so that your baby gets all of my love and care. If I am not house sitting, I’m available everyday after 11am for walks and drop-ins within a 1 mile radius of lower Rockridge or easily reachable by public transportation. To ensure safety and comfort, I won’t be walking any other dogs outside of your household. I am available to spend time with your pet(s) in their home where they will be the most comfortable. I’ll come to you for walks.

“Richard was great! He was friendly, professional and an excellent communicator. My cats loved him and he sent cute photos of their time together. I recommend Richard as a sitter!”

Jesse W.

About: Animals have always been a very important part of my life. Growing up, my mother operated a small pet rescue and animal shelter organization in Asia, and from a very young age I helped care for rescued dogs, cats, and abandoned animals alongside her. Over the years, we helped rescue and rehome thousands of animals, many of whom came from difficult or traumatic situations. caring for animals feels completely natural to me. I do not see pets as “just animals.” I genuinely believe they are family members who deserve love, patience, emotional safety, and respect. In many ways, I believe animals carry one of the purest forms of unconditional love, and sometimes they deserve even more kindness and gentleness than humans receive. I have experience caring for pets with very different personalities, medical conditions, and emotional needs, including senior pets, rescue animals, anxious dogs, and cats requiring medication and special routines. I am highly attentive to behavioral changes, feeding routines, emotional comfort, cleanliness, and creating calm environments where animals feel safe and relaxed.

About: Attentive, attuned and respectful of different animals’ needs and personalities. Flexible schedule with own transportation. Proud mom to two senior pups and a tuxedo cat. Experience house sitting, dog walking, and kitty care dating back to college days, but taking advantage of a newly flexible schedule to connect with more animals after years of corporate work! My days are currently flexible outside of my daily morning yoga practice and splitting my own pet care with my partner, which currently includes a 30 minute lunchtime walk of my own pups. Open to working with your schedule. I understand that each pet’s and home’s needs are different. Let’s talk about what you need that can make this partnership mutually beneficial.

“Shelly was awesome! My cat has separation anxiety and when we returned home from our trip he was mellow and happy. I could tell he received some quality attention while we were away.”

Lindsay M.

“Went above and beyond taking care of my two cats! I felt so comfortable (and happy!) with the care she gave them between lots of extra love, fixing the litter robot (thanks again! lol), and great reports that let me know everything going on with them. Will definitely have her help watch them again for me!”

Nicole M.

About: Dogs have always been a huge part of my life, and I treat every pup like one of my own! I’m experienced with small breeds, energetic dogs, and those who just want a cozy lap and some extra attention. Whether we’re playing fetch, going on walks, or enjoying a lazy afternoon nap, my goal is to make your dog feel safe, loved, and completely at home. As a pup parent myself, I believe pet parents deserve frequent updates and lots of photos, so you can relax knowing your best friend is having a great time too. I work from home so I’m flexible during the day and evenings for pet care. I tend to go to the dog park or on hikes a couple times per week. I have a small friendly dog in my home that gets along with most other dogs. He loves to play, and also is happy to leave other dogs alone. I make sure my client’s homes are better than how I found them. I like to send lots of pics and updates when staying in clients homes, and of course follow all rules and guidelines.

“I would highly recommend Nicole. I have a rescue pup that needs a patient and understanding person to gain her trust. Nicole has been all that, as well as super professional with scheduling, responding and any requests I have. It is apparent after your first visit that Nicole not only knows animals but truly enjoys working with them.”

Brooke M.

“Lydia and her husband took good care of my cat, even though he was very shy. They gave me great updates on their visits and were super helpful overall”

Corinne J.

“Jennifer came to my house 18 days in a row to take care of my cat. I'm very pleased with her work ethic and kindness toward my cat. I will definitely hire her again.”

Matt G.

“Awesome job caring for my pups while I was gone!”

Rebecca C.

About: I grew up with two Golden Retrievers and more cats than I can count, so being around animals has always been a big part of my life. I’m starting graduate school to become a psychotherapist, and I would like to think that says a lot about the kind of person I am. I genuinely enjoy caring for others animals and humans alike, and I’m patient, reliable, and attentive. I’ll make sure your animals feels safe, loved, and well cared for while you’re away, and I’ll keep you updated with photos and messages along the way. I work at a psychiatric clinic during the week, so I’m usually available after 6:30 pm on weekdays and most weekends. I’m flexible with mornings, evenings, and overnights on weekends and can plan ahead to fit your pet’s routine. I’m good about following routines closely, feeding, walks, and any specific instructions and making sure your animals feel comfortable and cared for. I work at a psychiatric clinic, so I’m used to being very attentive, structured, and calm. I think that naturally carries over with animals too. I stay attuned to your animals’ mood and pay attention to their behavior and try to meet them where they’re at, whether they’re playful, nervous, or just want space. I’m new to Rover, but I’ve cared for pets for friends and family for many years.

About: It is always a happy day in our household! We specialize in personalized pet care by taking one dog in at a time. ALL PHOTOS SHOWN ARE OF GUEST DOGS THAT WE HAVE CARED FOR. WE like to give our guest pups oodles of one on one attention and promise one long hike or beach trip one a day. We both work out of home and if we are gone it is never more than two- four hours at a time. We have a playful 6 year-old cattle dog puppy who is well socialized and loves to PLAY, - (but crazy puppy energy is not for her) .We have a cat who is friendly with dogs but due to her mental health-WE CAN'T ACCEPT CAT CHASING DOGS AND NO DOGS OVER 30 LBS We have no problem with older dogs, and medicating if needed, and have experience with giving shots and oral medicating. Sunny has worked various jobs in the medical world. We chose to care for medium to small-sized dogs just to make sure there is enough bed space . :) Our property is a well-fenced-in pet-friendly quadraplex that has an excellent zen garden in the back. We are huge fans of Mosswood Park, Berkeley Marina, and Point Isabel, and guarantee check-ins with photos, videos, and updates. No matter what, your baby( young or old) will come home well-rested and well-exercised! We also will consider a reasonable discount if two dogs come from the same home. Great Central location in Temescal! I currently have a flexible schedule, and Clyde works from home as a musician- if we leave the house and you prefer, we will crate your fur baby for its safety. Since we only care for one fur baby at a time - they get a free run of our house beds and sofas included! Happy Puppies is our motto!

About: I’ve been dogsitting and walking through Rover for a little over a year, but I’ve been caring for animals much longer! I’m a go-to sitter for friends and family and have cared for others pets for up to a month at a time, and I’ve also fostered locally for shelters. In an early phase on my life I also worked at a vet as an asst tech, so I have comfort and experience with LOTS of dogs and their unique needs. I’m looking forward to meeting your loved ones! I’m currently a graduate student working towards a career in mental health counseling, which takes me out of the house a few times a week for class and otherwise gives me a lot of flexibility! I’m available for walks during weekdays around my class schedule and I’m available for weekend house sitting or boarding depending on your pup’s needs I live alone with no pets of my own currently, so I love to have the company of other folks’ pups! I live near Lake Merritt and in a nice, residential neighborhood so lots of options for local walks. I also have a car and I love to take pups out for hikes or other adventures if they need some extra exercise. If staying in your home, I can work from there to spend more time with the pup if the space is reasonably set up for that!

About: While I'm new to Rover, I have over 10 years experience taking care of my friends and family's cats, dogs, insects, and plants. I'm excited to start this business on Rover and extend that pet/plant care to the people in my East Bay community! I'm a landscape horticulture student in Oakland, so when I'm not in class, working in my garden, or spending time with my own kitties, I love taking care of my friends, neighbors, and families' pets. They bring so much silliness and happiness into my routine! When walking your dogs or taking care of your pets in your home, respect, safety, and trust are my top priorities. The pet parents I work with know their pets best, and I take their guidance and wishes very seriously. When I'm housesitting, I treat clients' homes with even more respect than I treat my own.

“As always, Jess did a great job! He was super communicative during the visit and let us know when our kitty was having some digestive issues and worked with us to get her back on track. We can back to a happy and well cared for cat 🐈‍⬛ :)”

Lauren B.

“I would trust Zoe to take care of my cat any time any day! They were so great with giving my cat Marny the love and care she needed while I was gone and was even able to trim some of Marny’s nails (something very hard to do haha). I appreciate the thought and care Zoe put into taking care of Marny and would really recommend their services when leaving on a trip. :)”

Emily K.

“Simone was great with visiting my cats while I was away for a long weekend. She was easy to communicate with, took good care of my fur babies and was responsible with instructions. I will definitely work with her again when I have future needs! Thanks Simone!!”

Josh C.

“Cameron took care of my cat for 8 days, and he watered all my plants too! I returned and she was clearly happy and well cared for. Also, I got great photos everyday, some were so cute! Definitely recommend Cameron, will book again!”

Laura N.

“Responsive and kind, and went out of her way to make sure we were comfortable with her watching our cat as first time Rover users. Thanks, Alyna!”

Andrew J.