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186 pet care are listed in Oakland, CA
The average rate is $19/hr as of July 2024
The average experience for nearby pet care is 3 years
Pet care in Oakland, CA
5.0
(11)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been around animals since I was a little girl... so basically all my life. I've owned fish, birds, a turtle, cats, doves, pigeons, ducks, rabbits, chickens, geese, and dogs. I started boarding at my home when a friend was down on his luck and needed someone to care for his fur baby. I opened my door to the idea and the rest...
Magali can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, boarding
5.0
"Magali was so friendly so caring for my dog oops, sent pictures oops like she said she was.I felt so comfortable on my vacation knowing that oops was being well taken care of. I would highly recommend Magali to all my friends, family I love ones."
Care member
Joanne E.
Oakland, CA
$25-50/hr • 8 yrs exp
Dog Walker/Pet Sitter/Cats/Overnights In The Oakland Jack London Square To Lafayette Area
5.0
(6)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I am a fully insured professional pet sitter/dog walker. For the last several years (March, 2014) I have been a dog walker, pet sitter/house sitter, given oral medications and an animal companion. I love what I do and enjoy every minute of it!
I have a calm, non-overreacting personality when reacting to an animals...
Joanne can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Joanne. I was anxious about having a new person in our home and from the moment I met her, she just put me at ease. She took the time to come by before and carefully took notes on my cat's Benji's needs during her visits. While we were...
Joanna S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 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: Boarding, pet sitting, grooming, pet walking
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...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I'm happy to pet sit in your home or stop by for visits when you're out. I had a dog for 15 years, a hilarious house-trained rat for 2, and my current horse for about 3. I'm not ready to take the leap to get another non-stabled pet so I'd love to help take care of yours! I'm comfortable giving medications ranging from oral to...
Elly can also help with: Administration of medicine, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Elly was great! She pet sat our 2 cats Nessie and Russell while we were out of town for a week, coming over once a day to feed and play with them. She was really communicative both before and while cat sitting, checking in and sending pictures. We'll absolutely...
Alex S.
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
In addition to being a dog walker, I have boarded numerous dogs in my own home and dog sat in various neighborhoods. I have worked with all types and sizes of dogs, from miniature Chihuahuas to Rottweilers and Dobermans. I have volunteered at the Dublin SPCA and I have a cat myself. I have also assisted my friend, who currently...
Sherry can also help with: Pet walking, daily feeding, pet sitting, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Skills:
Bonded and insured
5.0
"Sherry is fantastic! She loves animals, is punctual, reliable, super friendly and an all around lovely person. She was early to our meet up and communicated frequently during her stay, which I greatly appreciate. I hired her to stay the weekend with my needy cat...
Teresa O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience taking care of peoples cats while they're out of town, as well as dog sitting. I grew up with all kinds of animals so I love them all! I have a dog of my own who I love very much. I am Trustline verified and I am currently a nanny (I watch my nanny families pets quite often), but I love animals too so am...
Sarah can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
5.0
"Sarah dog sat at my house in Oakland for a week over the holidays this year, and I can't recommend her highly enough. At a time when it's difficult to find a dependable dog sitter, I felt really lucky that Sarah was available to help. She was punctual,...
Alex A.
5.0
(3)
I've been pet sitting since I was a kid - it's such a natural job for me to have because I love animals!
Wren can also help with: Grooming, pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking, dog training, boarding & more
5.0
"Wren was such a huge help. They are hard working, fairly priced, friendly, and a great communicator. I would absolutely hire them again and trust them to take the best care of my dog!"
Dottie D.
5.0
(3)
Hi! I am a recent college grad who loves spending time with animals and ensuring they live their best, healthiest lives. I have been a dog, fish, chicken, and lizard owner throughout my life and a proud godmother to a cat. I have never met an animal I didn't like. I am highly responsible and timely, and I am certified in cat and...
Sofia can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
5.0
"I was nervous about hiring someone online to house sit/ dog sit but we got extremely lucky with Sofia. Our dogs immediately liked her and she took great care of our home while we were gone. She went above and beyond sending us daily photos/ updates ensuring our...
Care member
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am 29 years old and I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I am an art graduate and current early childhood education student so I love to encourage children to use their imagination and engage with art. Due to my schooling I am able to help kids at their specific developmental stages and make sure they meet their...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, boarding, pet transportation
Jocelyn D.
Oakland, CA
$17-22/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have previous experience with dogs and cats. I fostered 3 bunnies until they found a home. I love going on walks and don't mind owner feedback on how to make their pets more comfortable.
Jocelyn can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hanna and I would love to help you care for your precious family member! I grew up with dogs and have always been my friends and family's go-to person for pet-sitting. I love getting to know each animal and understanding their likes and dislikes, meeting each pet where they're at. I've volunteered as a foster parent...
Hanna can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation
Margaret L.
Oakland, CA
$14-19/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I love animals! I have a dog at home currently. My family has also had cats, fish, a bird, and a lizard before. I was a dog walker for about four years as well!
Margaret can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
(1)
I am a jack-of-many-trades, and among my favorite is spending time with animal friends. Experience with dogs (large and small), cats (indoor and outdoor), reptiles, and amphibians. ** Large dogs who need space / firm hold of their leash (German short haired pointers, pit mixes, a wolf-like husky, and a retired greyhound). Some...
Jesse can also help with: Dog training, pet transportation, pet walking, pet sitting
5.0
"Jesse has been walking our dogs, a wily aussie cattle lady, and an intact vizla pitty mutt for the past 4 years on a weekly basis. Neither is the easiest to care for because of various breed related reasons (cattle dogs are wily and fearful of things on wheels,...
Care member
5.0
(1)
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 transportation, pet sitting, administration of medicine
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
Grace D.
Oakland, CA
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
My family lives on a farm with various animals and has also cared for the animals of others in the past. I can provide pet caretaking in your home with whatever your furry family needs. My scheduling is very flexible and I treat all pets as my own. I am comfortable with any pet of all sizes and ages and can perform baths and...
Grace can also help with: Pet sitting, pet transportation, pet walking
5.0
"Grace has been so helpful taking care of our many pets. We have dogs, a cat, ground squirrel and fish that she has taken care of while we were out of town.
She's very dependable and super friendly!"
Kim C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I will provide animal care in your home. I grew up with a medium sized dog for 12 years, and have always had cats. I am an active person so taking your dog on a walk would completely work for me too.
Rebecca can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking, pet transportation
5.0
(1)
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: Pet transportation, grooming, dog training, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet sitting & more
Skills:
Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified
Jonathan L.
Oakland, CA
$30-50/hr
I LOVE Animals / They Love Me Compassionate Pet Care Available Part Time
I provide pet care in your own home. I love cats, dogs and other animals of various sizes and ages. I LOVE animals / they love me Compassionate pet care available part time. East Bay based.
Jonathan can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation
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 walking, pet transportation, administration of medicine, pet sitting
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Recent pet care reviews from local pet parents in Oakland, CA
Magali G.
5.0
Magali was so friendly so caring for my dog oops, sent pictures oops like she said she was.I felt so comfortable on my vacation knowing that oops was being well taken care of. I would highly recommend Magali to all my friends, family I love ones.
- Care member
Joanne E.
5.0
We are so lucky to have found Joanne. I was anxious about having a new person in our home and from the moment I met her, she just put me at ease. She took the time to come by before and carefully took notes on my cat's Benji's needs during her visits. While we were away, she sent me the cutest...
- Joanna S.
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
Elly S.
5.0
Elly was great! She pet sat our 2 cats Nessie and Russell while we were out of town for a week, coming over once a day to feed and play with them. She was really communicative both before and while cat sitting, checking in and sending pictures. We'll absolutely be hiring her again when we travel...
- Alex S.
Sherry C.
5.0
Sherry is fantastic! She loves animals, is punctual, reliable, super friendly and an all around lovely person. She was early to our meet up and communicated frequently during her stay, which I greatly appreciate. I hired her to stay the weekend with my needy cat (on short notice!) and she also took...
- Teresa O.
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FAQs for finding pet care near you in Oakland, CA
In 2024, how much does it cost to hire a pet care provider in Oakland, CA?
The average cost to hire a pet care provider near you on Care.com is $19.66 per hour as of July 2024. This rate will vary depending on the service you need, the number of pets you have, and how often you need care for your pet. Some pet care providers will charge a daily rate if they will be caring for your pet for multiple days at a time.
How can I find a pet care provider near me in Oakland, CA?
There are 186 pet care providers in Oakland, CA offering a variety of services. You can compare your search results by the type of care you need for your pet. From there, you can identify the pet care providers with the most experience and positive feedback from previous pet parents they have worked with. You can also filter providers by distance from Oakland or your zip code. Once you have narrowed down your list of candidates, you can contact them individually to get a sense of who will get along with your pet the best.
What types of pet care services can I find in Oakland, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oakland, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Oakland, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
What types of pet care services can I find near me in Oakland, CA?
If you are looking for pet care, Care.com has a variety of pet care services in Oakland, CA such as dog walkers, pet sitters, and boarding services that can provide the care you need for your pet. Some pet care providers even have medical backgrounds so they can provide specialized care if you need it. You just need to determine whether you want someone to come to your home to take care of your pet or if you want to take them to another home or facility around Oakland, CA for the day. From there, it's easier to narrow down the type of pet care services that will work best for you and your pet.
How can I safely hire pet care near me in Oakland, CA?
All pet care providers on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. When searching for a pet care provider near you in Oakland, CA, look for providers who have a badge on their profile that displays the date their CareCheck was run. A CareCheck is a solid starting point, but we strongly advise that you do your own research to safely hire a pet care provider such as running your own background check.
What pet care services are available near me in Oakland, CA?
To find out what pet care services are available near you in Oakland, CA, you can search Care.com to get an idea of what types of services providers offer in your area. You can likely find pet sitters, dog walkers, and even advanced pet care providers who can take on more responsibilities such as administering medicine.
Ratings for Oakland, CA pet care listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Pet Care in Oakland, CA are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews of the 186 listed pet care.