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100 dog walkers are listed in Oakland, CA

The average rate is $19/hr as of December 2024

The average years of experience for dog walkers is 3 years

Dog walkers in Oakland, CA

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Deshanae S.


Oakland, CA

$22-30/hr16 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

4.9

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a educator for Oakland Unified School District, with a passion for supporting families and helping kids feel seen, heard and known. I have worked as a Childcare Director, Assistant Camp Manager, and Children's Dance specialist. I also helped screen and managed childcare assistants for organizations. Over the past...
Deshanae can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Deshanae was ready and willing to step up to the tasks that were asked of her. She would ask questions and communicate well, in order to make sure that childcare was running smoothly for both the staff she was managing and the children under her care. Deshanae...

Tinita W.

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Zoe S.


Oakland, CA

$17-21/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Walking And Dog And Cat Sitting

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 sitting, pet walking
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Iman B.


Oakland, CA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Dog Enthusiast

Being a dog lover, I've always been passionate about caring for, rescuing and owning dogs. After my first dog (of my own) in college at UCLA, I started dog sitting for some of my college friends' pets, which lead to housesitting and caring for other families' pets when they were out of town. After 3 years of house/dog sitting, I...
Iman can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
5.0
"Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating."

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Ann Marie K.


Oakland, CA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Loving Philadelphia Cat And Dog Sitter

I can provide cat and dog sitting in your own home. I'm an experienced former cat sitter with great references and 5+ years of experience. I can also perform baths and light grooming and daily walks for your dogs. I love animals and always treat with the the utmost devotion and care.
Ann Marie can also help with: Grooming, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet walking, dog training, pet sitting & more
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Eva G.


Oakland, CA

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Dog Walker

Hi there! I'd love to take your dog(s) for walks and offer them pets and play! I can walk up to 2 dogs at a time and would love to care for your furry friends :)
Eva can also help with: Pet walking
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Joshua V.


Oakland, CA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Dog Walker!

Hi, my name is Josh! I'm a semi-recent college graduate (graduated in 2021) looking to walk dogs for dog owners in the Bay Area. I was laid off in January and have been having difficulty finding a job in my profession. While I may not carry much "professional dog-walking" experience, I have a dog of my own and very much enjoy...
Joshua can also help with: Pet transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
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Maya G.


Oakland, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Supper Helper

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 sitting, pet walking
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Isela G.


Oakland, CA

$10-20/hr3 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: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
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Maria A.


Oakland, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Dog Walker, Cat Sitting

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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Alexandra R.


Oakland, CA

$25-75/hr5 yrs exp

Dog Enthusiast

Available for walks, hikes, pet sitting, and basic obedience training for $25/hr. Dog boarding for $75/day per dog, must be well socialized with other dogs and neutered - no exceptions.
Alexandra can also help with: Boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, dog training, daily feeding, pet walking & more
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Anissa C.


Oakland, CA

$17-21/hr

Loving Dog Walker And Sitter

My name is Anissa, I am 19 years old. I have 2 Dogs 1 German Shepard and 1 Shitzu/poodle mix and I love them to death I take them on walks every after noon to dog parks or large hiking areas and I would love to do the same with your fur babies
Anissa can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Laura P.


Oakland, CA

$17-22/hr6 yrs exp

I Can Care For Small And/or Large Dogs

I have at least 6 years of paid experience. For dogs, I can help with potty breaks, walking, dog sitting for the day, snuggling, grooming and boarding while you are out of town. I have owned small and large dogs, ducks, mouse and turtle. I have loved animals for the last 40 years. I currently have a standard poodle (11 yrs old)...
Laura can also help with: Boarding, pet walking, grooming, pet sitting
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Katrina J.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Lover!

My name is Katrina & I'm a dog & cat lover! I've had experience since my teenage years with pet sitting, and four years of dog walking experience. I'm extremely patient & loving to your fur babies! I have a 9-month-old mixed shepherd of my own :)
Katrina can also help with: Pet walking
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Olivia T.


Oakland, CA

$16-21/hr

Dog Walker Or Dog Sitter

I can provide dog sitting in your home or offer dog walking services. I've been a pet lover since the day I was born and had a dog for 14 years until he passed of old age this past winter. I am comfortable with dogs of all sizes, however if you have a larger dog I do prefer if they are well trained. I can also perform baths for...
Olivia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
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Maria V.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr4 yrs exp

Dog Sitter

I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and caring person. I like working with animals because I think they are the most loyal friends you can have. They give so much love and the best company. I'm looking for a job that allows me to take care of pets and spend time with them. I started working with animals when...
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Julia M.


Oakland, CA

$25-45/hr5 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 walking, pet sitting
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Gabriela A.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Passionate And Dedicated Pet Sitter

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 walking, grooming, boarding, pet sitting
5.0
"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...

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Genevieve B.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr8 yrs exp

Responsible, Experienced Pet-sitter/House-sitter

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 sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine
5.0
"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.

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Isabella D.


Oakland, CA

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Care Provider

I am a recent college graduate looking for part-time work in the afternoons! I love spending time with animals and have two dogs myself, who I adore. In undergrad, I studied environmental science because of my love and compassion for endangered species. I have experience cat-sitting, dog-sitting and walking for neighbors and...
Isabella can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
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Katelyn C.


Oakland, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Part Time Pet Caregiver

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 transportation, pet walking, pet sitting, administration of medicine

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Recent dog walker reviews from local pet parents in Oakland, CA

Deshanae S.

5.0

Deshanae shares a kind of kindness that is very unique. She brings quality and persistence to her work and always leaves others with a big impression. Anyone would be lucky to work or hire Deshanae because she will commit to her responsibilities and always offer her joy!

- Elise J.

Iman B.

5.0

Hi reviewers, how are you? I'm so happy because the services were were everything I needed. We received excellent care worth you knowing about! Super star rating.

- Care member

Gabriela A.

5.0

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 consider hiring again!

- Care member

Genevieve B.

5.0

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. She goes out of the way to make...

- Olivia G.

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Average Rating4.8 / 5

Dog Walkers in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 100 listed dog walkers.