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Brianna I.

Oakland, CA

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Thanks for coming across my profile! I am an experienced dog sitter/walker, with a passion for animals in general. As a former nanny, I have watched over many dogs of different breeds and sizes. In terms of paid experienced watching and boarding dogs, I have accumulated over 5 years of experience. I am available for house...
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Pet Lover!

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
I've grown up around pets, and love the little balls of sunshine. I am comfortable walking/sitting for your dogs, fish, and cats!
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Dog Walker, Cat Sitting

Oakland, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
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! :)
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Loving Pet Sitter

Oakland, CA

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
Though I did not have pets of my own growing up I spent A LOT of time pet sitting for friends and family as they went out of time. I am most comfortable with Dogs and Cats but am truly an animal lover at heart and can follow any directions given to me. I love spending time with all of the little fluffers! I have a little kitty...
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Sarai A.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I understand the importance of pet care and training. I grew up with pets my entire life. I love both dogs and cats and I understand some pets have their scheduled walks, play time, and eating time. If there is a specific routine for a pet you're training, I can help with that with the pet care. I training my cat to sit and to...
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Animal Lover!

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
1 year experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
administration of medicine
Hi! I can provide dog sitting in your own home and/or walks/trips to the park and Point Isabel. I've grown up around animals my entire life and have had three dogs. Comfortable with all sizes and ages. I have also had some medical experience/training so I can do/be taught to do any medical care for your pet.
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Nanny And Pet Care Provider

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
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...
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Friendly And Experienced Pet Care

Oakland, CA

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I have had pets my entire life and have cared for a wide variety of animals, from dogs and cats to guinea pigs, fish, rats, horses, lizards, and hamsters, and have always been an animal lover. I provide dog walking, pet sitting, and all other forms of day-to-day or vacation pet care. I live in West Palm Beach and have my own...
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Oakland, CA

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$18/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
A deep love for animals has always guided my path. I treat every pet as if they were my own, prioritizing their comfort and happiness by ensuring a safe, stimulating, and consistent routine. I have a college degree and provide pet sitting and walking services for dogs, cats, birds, and fish. I manage high-energy breeds with...
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Deemah A.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet sitting
I've been pet sitting for approximately 3 years now! My area of expertise is cats, but I have experience caring for dogs, fish, hamsters, rabbits, and birds!
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Claire T.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
Hi! I absolutely love animals, and would be overjoyed to help care for yours. I have experience training dogs, dog and cat-sitting, and caring for large animals like sheep, goats, and horses. I grew up with dogs, cats, sheep, goats and chickens among other animals, and now have a pup of my own. I know how important pets can be...
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Loving, Reliable Pet Sitter With Experience In Walks, Feeding, And Playtime. Pets Are Family!

Oakland, CA

from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet walking
pet transportation
pet sitting
daily feeding
Hi! I'm a big-time animal lover and currently in respiratory therapy school. I'm BLS certified and super responsible when it comes to caring for your furry family members. I have two playful dogs and one sassy cat of my own, so I'm very familiar with different personalities, energy levels, and needs! Whether it's going for...
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Friday Morning Dog Walker Available Oakland Lake Merritt/Alameda/Harbor Bay

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
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...
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Oakland, CA

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$36/hr
3 years experience
Carpet cleaning
changing bed linens
dusting
general room cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm college educated with over 3 years of paid professional cleaning experience- I'm meticulous, independent, communicative, timely, and respectful. I treat my clients' spaces like my own and make sure that my cleaning is meeting the highest standards. I also have experience organizing and meal prepping for clients, as...
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Kalil H.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

from
$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I am a big animal lover. I have grown up around animals all my life. And have been taking care of family pets all my life. Including pet sitting for my grandparents and aunt and uncle. I am very comfortable around animals and love taking dogs on walks or sitting around with cats or other animals.
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De'ebra P.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

from
$21/hr
Pet sitting
I have been pet sitting since I was in high school, some of the animals include, dogs, cats and ducks. I also have volunteered at several shelters and have experience with dog walking. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks You!
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FLEXIBLE COLLEGE STUDENT Loves Animals !!!

Oakland, CA

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$15/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
I spent lots of time volunteering at my local animal shelter growing up in addition to continuously fostering both cats and dogs. I have tons of experience dog/cat sitting, guinea pigs, birds, fish etc. I absolutely adore animals! I miss my pets at home so much so let me take care of yours!
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Loving & Responsible Pet Care

Oakland, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
Hi there! I grew up in Missouri caring for our 4 dogs, a cat, hermit crab, wild frogs, lizards and turtles! I have definitely been a life-long animal lover. Over the years I have pet and home sat for many of my babysitting clients and family/friends, and have dog sat with for about a year and a half hosting pups in my home....
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Maybe Your New Pet Helper?

Oakland, CA

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello pet owners, my name is Lucía I'm 24 years old from Argentina, I've been taking care of pets for almost 2 years, I describe myself as responsible, patient, caring and reliable. I would like to find a job as walker for dogs or pet sitter at homes, I'm available for the holiday season! Feel free to contact me if you need...
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Cynthia F.'s Photo

Oakland, CA

from
$35/hr
5 years experience
Pet walking
dog training
pet transportation
pet sitting
boarding
I'm an outgoing, responsible, and caring dog sitter who loves spending time with pets of all sizes and breeds. I have experience providing attentive care, including walks, feeding, playtime, and lots of love and companionship. I'm organized, dependable, and flexible, and I take pride in making sure every dog feels safe, happy,...
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  • 67 dog sitters are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.27/hr as of March 2026

  • The average star rating for rated dog sitters is 5.0

FAQs for finding dog sitters near you 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.

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 $21.27.

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.

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.

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.

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