Pet sitting in Oakland,
done properly.
Oakland is a culturally rich East Bay city with an outstanding parks system, and Petme has verified sitters across Rockridge, Temescal, Montclair, Fruitvale, and the Grand Lake neighborhood. Whether your dog needs a boarder or regular walks through Joaquin Miller Park, every booking includes up to $20,000 in vet fee protection and earns cashback.
Find a sitter in OaklandStats based on Petme platform data.
Verified Oakland sitters
The Petme difference
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Two features that make every Petme booking better for you.
Cashback on every Oakland booking
Every confirmed Petme booking in Oakland adds cashback to your balance automatically. Whether you arrange a boarder in Rockridge, a house sitter in Montclair, or a dog walker in the hills near Redwood Regional Park, your balance grows with every stay.
Every stay earns automaticallyNo platform fee for Oakland pet owners
Petme charges Oakland pet owners 0% in service fees. The price your sitter sets is exactly what you pay at checkout. No hidden fees, no booking surcharge. Straightforward Bay Area pet care.
What you see is what you payHow it works
Booking a pet sitter in Oakland takes minutes
Search your area
Browse background checked, vetted sitters near your postcode in Oakland. Filter by service, pet type, availability and price.
Message and confirm
Send a free message, ask questions, and arrange a meet-and-greet. Book when you're ready. No commitment until you confirm.
Pay securely, earn cashback
Payment is held securely and released to the sitter after the stay. You automatically earn cashback, and every booking is covered by vet protection.
Pet care services in Oakland
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Oakland
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Oakland
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Oakland
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Oakland
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Oakland
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FAQs
Common questions about pet sitting in Oakland
- How much does pet sitting cost in Oakland?
- Oakland reflects Bay Area pricing. Dog boarding typically runs $35 to $65 per night, house sitting $45 to $80 per night, drop-in visits $16 to $26, and dog walking $20 to $35 per walk. Petme charges owners 0% in platform fees, so the quoted rate is your total cost.
- Are Petme sitters in Oakland background checked?
- Yes. Every sitter on Petme completes ID verification and a background check before listing. All confirmed bookings in Oakland include up to $20,000 in vet fee protection at no extra cost.
- What pet sitting services are available in Oakland?
- Oakland sitters offer boarding, house sitting, dog walking, drop-in visits, and doggy daycare. Many sitters know Redwood Regional Park, Joaquin Miller Park, the Leona Canyon Open Space, and the Lake Merritt walking path. Services cover dogs, cats, and small animals.
- Which Oakland neighborhoods and East Bay areas have sitters?
- Petme has sitters across Rockridge, Temescal, Montclair, Fruitvale, Grand Lake, Piedmont Avenue, and into Berkeley, Emeryville, and San Leandro. Enter your address to find sitters closest to you.
- Can I book a last-minute pet sitter in Oakland?
- Yes. There is no minimum notice period on Petme. Same-day availability is common across Oakland and the East Bay. Confirming a booking takes under two minutes.