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Find pet sitters in Oakland, CA that you’ll love
95 pet sitters are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 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 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
Odessa R.
Oakland, CA
$17-22/hr
Hi! I currently live in Oakland and have a long history of pet care through fostering cats and dogs of all ages, as well as through dog and cat sitting. I'd be happy to help you with all pet care needs.
I have experience sitting dogs and cats. I used to have two dogs of my own for year and currently I have two cat. I'm familiar with most of Vets in the Bay Area. Can do the sitting to taking your babies to their grooming and Vets' appointments.
Parinaz can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation
Helping animals has always been a passion of mine. From when I was very young I always wanted to pet every dog or cat I saw, I grew up with two cat that I loved dearly. So for me being a pet sitter is natural for. I've been trained in walking and handling dogs of all kind.
I'd describe my personality as responsible, loving and...
Bianca can also help with: Pet sitting, grooming, daily feeding, pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine & more
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
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
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet transportation, daily feeding
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
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
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 walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting, boarding
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 walking, pet sitting, grooming, pet transportation
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 transportation, boarding, pet sitting, daily feeding, 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...
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 walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation, pet sitting, dog training
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
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
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: Boarding, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, grooming
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
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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 $20.31 per hour as of April, 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 95 pet sitters in Oakland, CA, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options.
Ratings for Oakland, CA pet sitters listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Pet Sitters in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 95 listed pet sitters.