Find Trusted Pet Sitters in Oakland, CA
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Find pet sitters in Oakland, CA that you’ll love
94 pet sitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby pet sitters is 3 years
Pet sitters in Oakland, CA
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 -...
Cindy D.
Oakland, CA
$20-27/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have over 6 years of experience pet sitting and am a cat owner myself. I specialize in cats, but I have experience with lots of other animals as well!
I rescue/socialize feral cats in my community, so I have experience with shy and *spicy* cats.
I also volunteer at the local animal shelter.
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: Grooming, administration of medicine, pet walking, pet sitting
Hello, my name is Alani! I'm so happy to meet you and your beloved pet! I've been a long-time pet owner and understand the importance of having someone trustworthy person to care for your beloved babies. I am a responsible, patient, and compassionate person, and I care strongly about the care of animals. My goal is to provide...
Alani can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
I've grown up around pets, and love the little balls of sunshine. I am comfortable walking/sitting for your dogs, fish, and cats!
Nia can also help with: Pet walking
Hi! I'm McKenna. I've have years of past experience with babysitting and animal sitting! It's always a new adventure each time.
I'd describe my personality as calm, genuine, and optimistic
I like working with animals because everyday is a new day with them. A new lesson to learn.
I started working with animals when I was...
Mckenna can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Victoria D.
Oakland, CA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Pet Sitter, Pet Walker, Home And Office Organizer, Personal Shopper-Thrift Stores, Floral Clerk
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been pet sitting for 15+ years. I consider it a privilege to take care of other other people's animals. Every pet is different and I consider it my job to keep your pet as relaxed and comfortable as possible while you r away. I have also been an RVT for 15+ years should your pet need medical care.
Victoria can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Florinda P.
Oakland, CA
$19-27/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello, I am have a love for animals and I have cats and a dog my self! I am open to pet sitting, walk your pet, let me know what you would like me to do I am down to spend some time with your furry friend!
Florinda can also help with: Pet walking
Madison C.
Oakland, CA
$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hi, my name is Maddy! I'm currently attending West Valley College. My love for animals started from fostering animals from local rescues with my family when I was younger, from senior dogs to pregnant mamas my house always had a rescue animal in it. More recently I have been a pet sitter for the past 3 years for several families...
I'd describe my personality as very friendly and compassionate person.
I like working with animals because animals are very honest and innocent. They value whatever thing you you've done for them they don't trick you. They don't hit you as far as you don't hurt them.
I'm looking for a job that can Help me make money for my...
Habtom can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding, daily feeding, pet transportation
Alaska F.
Oakland, CA
$30-35/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Alaska, I am a passionate animal lover with experience in caring for dogs and cats. From a young age, I have enjoyed the companionship and responsibility of caring for pets.
My experience includes working as a professional pet sitter for 3 years, where I have developed solid skills in feeding and exercise....
Alaska can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
I have always had pets growing up as a child and even as an adult. I have a passion for caring for animals, and I can't wait to meet yours! My experience is caring for my own pets and dog sitting occasionally for family and friends.
I am more experienced with working with Children in my job role as a Registered Behavior...
Jordyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
Jessica G.
Oakland, CA
$22-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
I provide dog sitting in your own home. I currently own a 6-year-old Boston Terrier whom I've owned since he was 6 weeks, I have also cared for my previous employers husky's & German Shepherd over the last 6 years. I love dogs of all sizes and ages & am comfortable in their presence. Can also perform baths and light grooming.
Jessica can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, grooming, pet walking
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
Atusa can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, pet sitting
Hi, there! I'm an Oakland native and a newly graduated student from UCLA with a B. S. in Psychobiology and a Spanish minor. I am looking for a weekday sitting job, starting after July 25th and can for certain work through September, and potentially, through January. I am very experienced with dogs, having owned breeds as small...
Agustina can also help with: Daily feeding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
I provide dog sitting in your own home, I am also available for dog walking and I can have cats over since I have a friendly cat.
Ana can also help with: Pet transportation, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
Hi, I'm Molly and I've been an animal lover for as long as I can remember. I grew up in a household with dogs, cats, rodents and spent most of my childhood riding horses.
My first job was at a kennel where I worked on and off throughout high school and college. We boarded dogs (and sometimes cats) for folks when they went on...
Molly can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Julia M.
Oakland, CA
$25-45/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I am professional and fun when it's comes to dog sitting. I Personally have a 5-year-old American Akita that I've dedicated a lot of my time to professional training with him. I also have experience with exotic animals such as Netherlands, bunnies. I am more than comfortable with Dogs of all kinds, cats and exotic...
Julia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Boontu G.
Oakland, CA
$17-21/hr • 4 yrs exp
Dog Mom Enthusiast Looking To Help Out Other Pet Parents!
Hello! I am a dog mom of one four legged nugget of her own and has countless experience dog and cat sitting fellow pet owners dogs. I have 2 long term reoccurring clients who very frequently travel in which I board their pets but as they're no longer needing service I am available to create that connection with a new furry...
Boontu can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, boarding, pet walking, grooming
Hi!
I'm excited to share my passion for pets with you as a potential pet sitter.
As an animal lover I understand the importance of providing a safe and loving environment for your furry family members, while growing, my family taught me how to take care of small animals and dogs, we have fostered and rescued stray dogs for many...
Daniela can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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FAQs for finding pet sitters in Oakland, CA
In 2025 how much does a pet sitter cost in Oakland, CA?
Hiring a pet sitter in Oakland, CA will cost an average of $19.82 per hour as of March, 2025. This pet sitting rate will vary depending on the services needed, the number of pets to be cared for, and the total amount of hours per day/week. Some pet sitters will charge a fixed rate per day if full-time care is requested. You can connect with pet sitters in Oakland that match your needs and discuss a rate that is suitable for both.
What type of local pet sitting services are available in 2025?
Pet sitters in Oakland, CA can offer different services, but the most common ones are pet sitting in your own home and dog walking. You can find pet sitters who can care for different types of pets, such as dogs, cats, rabbits, or even guinea pigs.
How can I find a local pet sitter near me?
You can filter and sort local pet sitter profiles by distance from Oakland. Compare your options by reading about their experience, services they provide, and reviews from other pet parents. There are currently 94 pet sitters in Oakland, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
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Average Rating5.0 / 5
Pet Sitters in Oakland, CA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 94 listed pet sitters.