Find Trusted Dog Sitters Near Me in Oakland, CA
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76 dog sitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby dog sitters is 3 years
Dog sitters in Oakland, CA
Carina B.
Oakland, CA
$25-45/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi! I am an animal lover by nature having grown up with cats and dogs around at my house ever since I was 4 years old. My friends always come to me for their animal sitting/walking needs! I love spending time with furry friends, and tending to all of their many needs :) I am happy to help in whichever capacity you may need,...
Carina can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Isabelle R.
Oakland, CA
$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Isabelle! I hope you'll choose me to care for your pet.
I'm looking for a job that allows me use my skills with animals while I am working on my Masters in Education!
I started working with animals 10 years ago. My very first job was dog sitting and I have many years working with dogs including with my own...
Isabelle can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! My name is Elinor and I just moved to the Bay Area to teach at a local middle school where I teach 7th grade English and 8th grade math. Prior to moving here, I lived in Maine for five years and worked at a boarding school as a teacher, coach, and dorm parent. I grew up in DC and am the eldest of four children. In middle...
Elinor can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting
Jaleia A.
Oakland, CA
$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp
I am an enthusiastic assistant dog breeder with a deep passion for animals, particularly dogs. My experience in breeding has allowed me to develop a keen understanding of canine care, from health and nutrition to socialization and training. I take great pride in ensuring that each dog I work with receives the love and attention...
Jaleia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Kala L.
Oakland, CA
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I love dogs and I am looking to care, sit and take you fur baby for walks. I've only started walking dogs for family and friends last year June 2021. I've decided to go on here care . com and help a dog in need of care and attention. Well, if you need a loving and caring individual to care, sit and walk you dog, message me....
Kala can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Aline S.
Oakland, CA
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Aline, and I'm a passionate animal lover with 2 years of experience in dog walking and pet sitting. As the proud owner of three amazing dogs, I understand how much your pets mean to you. I'm dedicated to providing them with the love, care, and attention they deserve while ensuring their safety and happiness....
Aline can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, pet walking
Mirieli A.
Oakland, CA
$17-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi! I'm Mia, a dedicated pet sitter with experience caring for cats and dogs of all ages. I provide personalized attention, walks, feeding, and lots of love to keep your furry friend happy and comfortable while you're away.
Mirieli can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I provide pet sitting in your home and can also board your pet(s) in my home. I have been providing pet sitting and walking services on my own for 5yrs now. I would also be more than happy to take care of animals with special needs (medications, behavior, age). My experience ranges from dogs to cats along with birds, exotic fish...
Katelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation, administration of medicine
I have a love for kids and animals. I adore cats and dogs. I would love to find a recurring dog walking or cat sitting gig. Feel free to message me! :)
Sebastian C.
Oakland, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Capable Grad Wants To Help Take Care Of Your Wonderful Pets!
I have been dog/cat sitting and dog walking for several years now, and get along well with animals no matter their disposition. I am familiar with nervous/reactive dogs and am happy to help put them at ease. I look forward to meeting your furry family members!
Sebastian can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
hello! my name's lily and i'd love to care for your furry friend. i'm a cat owner of many years and have lots of experience caring for them. I have dog sitting and walking experience as well. currently, i'm not looking to dog sit or provide short walks. i'm looking for gigs that are at least a couple hours long at a time -...
Hi, all! I've been taking care of animals for as long as I can remember. My family fostered kittens when I was young, and I have never had fewer than 2 animals at home (for a few years I had 9 - 2 cats, a dog, a gecko, a fish, and 4 chickens). I have helped with basic pet care for families I've worked with as a nanny, and I've...
Maddie can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, grooming
Hello! My name is Ciara, and I live in Oakland. I grew up taking care of chickens and a big dog. I also have experience housesitting cats. I am empathetic, patient, and above all, I love animals.
Ciara can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Gabriela, since I was a little girl, my life has been full of love for animals.
I'm happy to walk your dogs or cats, play with them and make sure they are active and happy.
If you have cats, fish or other pets that need attention in your home, I will be happy to visit them, feed them, administer medication or...
Gabriela can also help with: Pet sitting, boarding, grooming, pet walking
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"Gabriela was a wonderful pet sitter! She was so communicative and sent us daily updates and photos on how our pets were doing. She and her husband stayed at our home and left it very clean and tidy. She went above and beyond and we would highly recommend her and...
Care member
I am available for dog walking, cat sitting and dog sitting!! I am a recent college graduate, artist and teacher. I grew up surrounded by animals and believe they are our best friends!! I will provide love and care to your furry family members!!! I currently do not have any pets and am always looking for dog and cat sitting jobs...
Zoe can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I worked at the SPCA summer camp to help train dogs and I have one dog. Her name is Lulu and I'm good at walking and sitting for the dogs. I love being around dogs and cats they both love me too I also and 19 and go to Berkeley city College
Maya can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
I've been a pet owner for my entire life: dogs, a wonderful cat, a cockatiel, rabbits, fish, even walking sticks. I have experience caring for salt-water fish, pigs, goats, chickens, and ducks, too!
Lenora can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting & more
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Hi, I'm Genevieve. I'm 23 years old and I'm the ultimate animal person! I'm a science teacher who recently moved back to California after graduating from Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR studying chemistry. I have 8+ years of petsitting experience! I'm available for walks, feeding/check ins or petsitting/housesitting...
Genevieve can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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"Genevieve is our go-to house sitter/pet sitter when we are out of town! She is responsible and mature and we know our Chiweenie is always well taken care of. She takes him on walks in our neighborhood and to the nature spots in our area and sends us cute pictures....
Olivia G.
Isela G.
Oakland, CA
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Friday Morning Dog Walker Available Oakland Lake Merritt/Alameda/Harbor Bay
Along with nannying , I have had the privileged to pet sit for 5 years. The usual list of responsibilities feeding , walking, cleaning up after and of course playing! If there's specific instructions then we'd meet up before hand and go over. I am able to stay the night in home or go to your house daily but unfortunately I do...
Isela can also help with: Boarding, pet sitting, pet walking
Hi There! my name is Tea and I am a nanny and pet care provider. for pet care, I provide pet sitting/ feeding in your home. I am a loving cat parent and have worked with a lot of families with children and pets, and have lots of experience with caring for dogs and cats for the day or for people going out of town! I do not have...
Tea An-yi can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
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FAQs for finding dog sitters near you in Oakland, CA
What service do dog sitters offer near me in Oakland, CA?
Dog sitters near you in Oakland, CA can provide a really valuable service to dog owners, especially ones with busy work, social, and travel schedules. A good dog sitter can not only take care of your dog when you can’t be home with them, they can also provide them with social engagement that can keep them feeling happy, entertained, and stimulated. Lots of dogs love playing with their dog sitters.
How much do dog sitters charge near me in Oakland, CA?
You can review a variety of Care.cm dog sitter profiles near you in Oakland, CA to learn more about what each individual dog sitter charges. To give you a more general idea of what to expect, the average hourly rate for dog sitters near you in Oakland, CA is $20.71.
Can I hire overnight dog sitters near me in Oakland, CA?
Yes, you can hire a dog sitter near you in Oakland, CA. When you review dog sitter profiles on Care.com, look for profiles that highlight the fact that they offer overnight care services. Many dog parents don’t want their dogs to be home alone at night, so overnight care is a popular service that many dog sitters offer.
How can I safely hire a dog sitter near me in Oakland, CA?
To safely hire a dog sitter near you in Oakland, CA we strongly recommend you do your own research to keep your dog safe. For example, you can interview multiple candidates, can request references from other clients, and can run an independent background check on any dog sitters you’re considering hiring. As a jumping off point, we do ask all dog sitters listed on Care.com to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Look for profiles that include a badge sharing the date they completed this background check.
Can I hire an in-home dog sitter near me in Oakland, CA?
To quickly hire an in-home dog sitter near you in Oakland, CA, you can turn to Care.com for assistance. Care.com makes it easy to review the profiles of different dog sitters that are available to hire. You can learn more about the services they offer, their rates, and their experience working as a dog sitter.
Ratings for Oakland, CA dog sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Dog Sitters in Oakland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 76 listed dog sitters.