Dog Boarding East Lothian
Book dog boarding with a loving dog sitter who will care for your pup or other pets in their home – ensuring they feel safe and loved, giving you peace of mind.
Over 305 pet owners in East Lothian have booked dog boarding
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Prices are estimates per night for 1 dog. Pricing may vary based on your search and includes a booking fee of 15%.
“Once again Caity was amazing with Buddy and was good at keeping us updated on how he was doing, and sending lovely pictures off him while staying with her. He came home very happy and settled once again. I will be booking again with Caity.”
“Maple loves her holidays at Kim's and usually doesn't want to leave when we collect her! Kim takes Maple on loads of lovely adventures and gives her lots of attention. Kim sends lots of updates and is very responsive.”
“Victoria and her family was fabulous with our dog. They were very attentive and wanting to know everything she needs to stay comfortably. My dog had an operation two weeks before her stay and they truly paid attention as to what will be best for her. The children showered her with love, but were respectful not to overstimulate. The back garden is large, but Rowan was mainly taken for walks, as she was not allow to play too vigorously due to the surgery. She did not want to leave upon my return! Also, I am grateful to Victoria for one favour she did, due to a small mistake I have made.”
“This was our first experience leaving our dog Bert while away and turned out to be worry free. We honestly think he had a better 2 week holiday than we did and ours was fantastic! Derek kept us very reguarly informed with videos of Bert enjoying himself and we'd have absolutely no hesitation of leaving him with Derek again.”
“Mike and Lorraine are excellent, our dog Baxter is so excited when we drop him off so we know they take great care of him. He also needs medication at set times and Mike always lets us know he’s had it so we don’t have to worry.”
“Kirsty is fantastic, great communication and so patient. I think Pickle would have stayed forever if he was allowed. Would absolutely recommend to anyone and will be booking again in the future. Thank you thank you thank you 💓💓💓”
“First time we've homeboarded our 6year old beagle & he had a fab time! Settled in well with Jess & her 2 dogs and soon made himself at home. We loved getting the daily updates, pic & videos of their walks and home time naps and snuggles. Jess interacted with Skylar, played with him and looked after him very well indeed. There walks were enjoyed in a variety of environments & his off lead time great fun. He responded well to her commands and Jess had a wonderful gentle way with him which he responded to in kind. Reay happy with the care & service Jess provided”
“Allison took care of my very energetic dog for a night, making sure that my dog had all the things she would need to feel safe and looked after, even though my dog didn't let Allison rest at all! Thank you and hopefully Zelda will be better next time.”
“I am very happy that I trusted Lien with Lucy! She followed everything she was asked to and Lucy seemed to had a safe,pleasant and calm time with her! Definitely will trust her again!Thank you Lien!”
“This was Mila’s 2nd stay with Julie & Steve. She was well taken care of, lovely walks and lots of cuddles and fuss to help her feel settled. Mila will be staying again in August ❤️❤️❤️”
“Thanks again for having Miss Tilly for the weekend. She looks like she had a great time and we got all the story when we got in. We highly recommend Gillian as a wonderful dog minder xxx”
“I cannot speak highly enough of Caroline. She clearly loves and understand dogs. I won’t go into detail for reasons of privacy but she has been such a massive help to my family looking after our dog for a substantial period of time. She will forever have my thanks. Beyond 5 stars.”
“I couldn't recommend Marcela enough! This was the first time I'd left my puppy with a dog sitter, so I was naturally a bit little nervous, but she made the whole experience so easy! She made sure I felt comfortable, kept me updated with lots of photos and videos, and it was clear Picanha was happy and well looked after 😍 Marcela was also really reliable and flexible with timings, which I really appreciated. You can tell she genuinely cares about the dogs she looks after. I'll definitely book with her again in the future, and I'd happily recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and trustworthy dog sitter. Thanks so much, Marcela ❤️”
“Lesley was absolutely great. It was Leo's first time boarding anywhere and she made us feel at ease and relaxed about it all. She sent us photos and updates regularly and leo had a ball. Leo will be staying with lesley from now on 🙂”
“Annie had a wonderful time staying with Ionna. She was very well looked after, had a lot of fun with the other hounds, got a lot of affection and I was kept well updated regarding how she’d settled in.”
“Vaida took care of Charlie while I enjoyed a holiday in Greece, and it was my first time using Rover to find a pet sitter. I genuinely can't recommend her enough! I was so grateful to have Charlie looked after. Vaida was wonderful, she took great care of him, especially considering he's a senior dog, on a special diet, and needs medication at specific times. Even her willingness to make scrambled eggs for him was such a thoughtful touch. I’m absolutely delighted with her service, and it’s clear she and Charlie bonded really well. I loved getting some photos at the end of the holiday showing how happy he was and how well they connected; the pictures truly melted my heart, definitely a 10/10 experience. Thank you so much for taking such great care of my pup, and I wouldn't hesitate to book with you again 🐾 💙”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in East Lothian is £30
Dog owners share their Rover experiences – East Lothian
Very nervous about leaving cooper, however Caity was amazing she put us at ease straight away and kept us updated with photos of his amazing visit.would highly recommend Caity as she listens to how you want your fur baby looked after especially if your nervous like we were
Krystle was great! It was our first time leaving Teddy with someone that he didn't know, but we needn't have worried. Teddy settled in really quickly and we got regular updates and pictures informing us of how he was doing. I wouldn't hesitate to use Krystle again and would highly recommend😊 xxx
We couldn’t have been happier with the care Jessica gave Rocky, our little Pomeranian. She was incredibly friendly, caring and professional from start to finish. Before we left Rocky, she answered all our questions and put our minds at ease. During his stay, she sent daily updates and videos, and was always available on the phone if we had any concerns. After we collected him, it was clear how happy and settled he had been. Rocky became so attached to Jessica, which gave us complete confidence that he was genuinely cared for. We wouldn’t hesitate to leave Rocky with her again and highly recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a trustworthy, knowledgeable and caring dog sitter.
Mel and Damian were absolutely amazing! This was Juno’s first time staying with someone else than our family, so we were so grateful to find someone who are so knowledgeable about dog behaviour, positive, warm, and communicating really well. We can’t recommend them highly enough :)
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FAQs for Dog Boarding – East Lothian
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in East Lothian on Rover is £38 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between £28 and £52 per night.
sitters set their own rates based on factors such as their experience, the length of care, the number of pets and your pet’s specific needs. As long as your booking dates and pet profiles are accurate, the price shown before you confirm is the total, including any booking fee.
As of October 2026, there are 936 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across the city of East Lothian. About 91% typically respond to requests within 60 minutes.
Enter your address and booking dates to see which sitters are available near you. You can also message multiple sitters to improve your chances of finding the right care.
When you book dog boarding on Rover, your dog has an overnight booking in a sitter’s home. A traditional kennel or boarding facility typically cares for dogs in a commercial setting, often with multiple staff members and a set daily schedule.
The environment and care arrangements in a sitter’s home vary by sitter. Some sitters may accept only one pet owner's pets at a time, while others may care for several dogs. Review each sitter’s profile and arrange a Meet & Greet to ask about resident pets, other dogs, supervision, sleeping arrangements, exercise, medication, and the sitter’s home environment.
Consider your dog’s normal routine, comfort around other animals, supervision needs and preferred environment. Whether you choose home boarding or a kennel, confirm what care is included and how your dog’s needs would be handled before booking.
We require sitters to operate in compliance with applicable local licensing requirements. In England, pet sitters who board dogs or provide doggy day care as a business may need a valid licence under the Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) Regulations 2018. When vetting your sitter, ask if they meet local licensing requirements for dog boarding. This confirmation is important for coverage under the Rover Guarantee. Read more about our requirement for following local licensing requirements .
Yes, Rover is well-suited for last-minute bookings for Dog Boarding. With 936 sitters in East Lothian, 68% respond to messages in under 5 minutes.
Many sitters keep their calendars updated in real time and you can message multiple sitters simultaneously to find the fastest available match. If you need care in the next 24 hours, you can look for sitters with a 'calendar last updated' notice on their profiles.
Every sitter must complete an identity verification process before listing their services on Rover. This process checks that the sitter’s identity matches their provided documents.
Identity verification doesn't assess a sitter’s experience or suitability for your pet. To see if a sitter is the right fit, you can review each sitter's profile for ratings, verified reviews, repeat pet owner information and care style. We also recommend arranging a Meet & Greet to discuss your pet’s needs and make sure the sitter is the right fit before booking.
For more details, visit our Trust & Safety page.
The Rover Guarantee is Rover’s commitment to your peace of mind every time you book. It includes dedicated customer support, sitter access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals for diagnostic issues, and a reimbursement programme for eligible veterinary care in the rare event something goes wrong.
All bookings are backed by the Rover Guarantee , which provides up to 25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
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