Doggy Day Care in East Lothian

About: I had a menagerie of pets growing up, from hamsters, guinea pigs and rabbits, to two family dogs. Raising a family of my own now, I’d love for my children to experience a live-in dog; from cuddles to walks, poo-bags to slobber. My children are very affectionate but respectful, and would love the opportunity to learn some of the responsibilities attached to having a pet at home. We have a large garden, surrounded by large conifers. Unfortunately it is not entirely fenced off, and we are prone to wildlife such as foxes and hedgehogs frequenting, as well as neighbouring cats, so good recall would be required off-lead. However, we will also include plenty of walks 😊. I work within primary school hours, primarily from home. So could include walks to/from school, alongside a lunch time or evening walk. Being at home all day, your pet would never be alone. They would have plenty of opportunities for cuddles, and play when the kids come home. We can tailor the care of your pet to your individual needs/energy levels.Some of our intended care plans have been described above, but happy to discuss in more detail, on contact.

“Allison did a great job watching my dog, listening to my dog’s particular needs, habits, and preferences. I forgot to provide food and Allison kindly shared kibble she keeps as backup. She kept me updated throughout the day with photos. I’d”

Rebecca Y.

“Great first day with Michael, dogs very relaxed when I picked them up after plenty walks. Photos provided too which was nice. Booked in for an overnight now.”

David S.

“Caity was very friendly. Our dog took to her immediately. We felt confident leaving him with her. Communication was great whilst our dog was with her with great photos. We could tell from these photos how settled he was. We would definitely recommend Caity and will definitely use her again.”

Claire W.

About: I’ve been mama to our sausage dog Hamish for seven years. He’s battled IVDD so I’m experienced in caring for IVDD survivors and understand the challenges small dogs face. I’ll give your small dog the care and attention it needs and will care for it as if it’s my own. Contact me for weekend availability as required. I might be able to accommodate some weekend stays / visits. I’m currently freelance and work from home. I set my own hours and totally flexible so I can look after up to two small dogs in my house giving them ample play time and pee breaks as needed. I live near fields and cute walking paths meaning your dog can enjoy all the smells of nature! For cats I can drop into your home for cuddles, comfort and chunkies. I have a secure garden for toilet breaks and plenty blankets and beds for naps. I have ramps up to the sofa and a no stair policy to protect delicate small dog backs - my dog is an IVDD survivor so safety in the home is really important to me.

About: I'm Jess, and dogs are my absolute world. I've always had dogs in my life. As well as agility training, I'm also an experienced obedience handler, skills trainer and Pets as Therapy handler. I am an all-weather dog walker, offering tailored walks to suit your dogs needs. Whether it's a short round-the-block followed by fun and games at home, or a longer run to burn off some excess energy, there really is no walk too big or small. Experienced and confident with reactive dogs, sensitive dogs, high-energy dogs, and everything in between, I pride myself on my ability to understand dog behaviour. I will let your dog get to know me at their own pace, and only ever use positive, motivating, reward-based training. I cannot wait to meet you and your four-legged pals As a teacher my availability is pretty much matched to school term dates, with evenings, weekends and school holidays being the best times for me to visit, walk and look after your dogs. I'm delighted to be able to accommodate dog boarding and house-sitting so that you can provide your dogs with the bespoke care they need while you are away. For those that come to me I offer a lovely house with a secure garden, and a real home-from-home experience. Equally happy coming to you, I am a clean, tidy, quiet and respectful guest.

About: I am dedicated and reliable pet sitter with a passion for animals and over 13 years of experience providing exceptional care. Proven ability to create a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment for pets while ensuring their well-being and happiness. I’m currently not working, so I have plenty time to look after your pup. I am available on the weekdays as well as the weekends. I have a massive fenced back garden, and two friendly dogs to keep your fur baby company. I can easily crate your did if needed.

About: I’ve been brought up around animals my whole life, my family have always had dogs and I currently have a whipper and a husky of my own Take the dog out a walk daily, flexible with times due to working at night. Got a little girl that is obsessed with dogs aswell I have a back garden with 6ft fence all the way around my dogs are both friendly and get on with other animals, have also been neutered

“I got stuck in traffic and was going to be late for a meeting if I had travelled to Derek's place. He very kindly drove to my meeting place. Saved me the stress. Thanks Derek.”

Louise M.

About: I’m a lifelong dog lover who has grown up with dogs and cared for a variety of breeds throughout my life. While I don’t have professional dog sitting experience, I have plenty of hands-on experience caring for dogs as part of my family. I live with my husband, two children and our friendly family dog, who are all great with other dogs. Your dog will be welcomed into a loving home environment where they’ll receive lots of attention, affection, exercise, and playtime. We have a good sized, fully enclosed garden where dogs can safely explore and play throughout the day, as well as access to regular walks and plenty of opportunities for enrichment. I understand how important it is to know your dog is happy, safe, and well cared for, and I will treat your pet as if they were one of my own. As I work in education, I am primarily available for dog boarding and daycare during school holidays. During these periods, I am at home throughout the day, allowing me to provide plenty of supervision, companionship, exercise and care for your dog. I have a good-sized, fully enclosed and secure garden where dogs can safely play, explore and enjoy time outdoors throughout the day. I share my home with a friendly, neutered Labrador cross German Wirehaired Pointer who is well socialised with other dogs. She is calm, respectful and understands when another dog would prefer their own space. I also have two dog-savvy children, aged 10 and 14, who have grown up around dogs and understand the importance of treating them gently and respectfully. I appreciate that every dog is different and will work to maintain their usual routine as much as possible. If your dog is crate trained or uses a crate for rest, sleep or downtime, I am happy to accommodate this. I will provide a safe, loving family environment where your dog will receive plenty of attention, exercise, enrichment and care while you’re away.

About: I grew up with a stupidly friendly Rottweiler, and plenty cats. While my family didn't get another dog after Anushka, we did rescue many stray cats, giving them the kind of life their domestic counterparts would have been jealous of. After years of living in rental properties, it was only upon buying our own house that we got the chance to get pets. We picked up sibling kittens, Billie and Weegie, from Glasgow soon after moving in. Then came Cooper, the single most handsome chocolate Labrador in the whole world, and Yakul, a Red Setter with no shortage of character. We raised and trained both dogs, with help from a local professional, to a respectable standard. Neither is going to win Crufts anytime soon, but they have decent recall. It's a bit of a bureaucratic inconvenience, but I tend to go by my middle name, Richard. Rest assured, the Konrad in my profile and the Richard in my testimonies/reviews are the same person, Konrad Richard Taeuber. I work from home several days a week. While the 2 cats come and go as they please, the 2 dogs, Yakul and Cooper, are my co-workers. I generally take the doggos for a walk in the afternoon, and then again in the evening. We have a reasonably small-medium sized garden with plenty of green space to explore. It's more of a racetrack than circuit, but it's a zoomie-friendly space. Walls and fences separate our garden from neighbours. The fence could be jumped by a particularly leggy dog, but we haven't had any issues yet.

“Siyi was amazing with Rufus and kept us updated along the way! We were staying in Edinburgh as a last minute getaway and she was very accommodating! You can feel her warmth from the moment you meet her and we had no doubt we were leaving our 6 month old puppy in good hands. She even makes home made dog cookies which he loved! Thank you so much ❤️”

Katherine B.

“Anne was brilliant. Great communication and cared for daphne very well. They had a great day together”

Ryan N.

“Kirsty was so accommodating and looked after my dog so well, she kept me up to date and sent me lots of photos of my dog having such a lovely time, which was so reassuring.”

Alison S.

“Bagel loves it here- sometimes when I pick her up at the end of the day she doesn't even want to leave. The whole family (including Whisky!) have been great with her.”

Melanie S.

“Caoimhe had a brilliant time today, thank you so much. Shame she didn't manage to sleep but I don't blame her when all that fun is happening 😄”

Ophélie L.

“Monty ( English Setter), had a great time with Thalia. I had photo updates to put my mind at ease and was greeted by a very happy dog when I picked him up!”

Jamie P.

“Kirsty and David were great and kept me updated on what my dog was doing throughout the day. I would highly recommend them and will 100% use their services again as my dog had a lovely time at theirs! Thanks so much for looking after her so well :)”

Lara O.

“Hannah looked after my three-month-old Labrador, Buddy, on three separate days this week due to work commitments, and I honestly could not be happier with the care he received from Hannah and her family. Hannah sent regular photos, videos, and updates throughout the day, which clearly showed the genuine care and attention Buddy was being given. He was happy, settled, and clearly loved while in Hannah’s home, which gave me complete peace of mind. Buddy was treated just as well as her own dog. I would highly recommend Hannah and will definitely be booking again whenever daycare is required.”

Reece D.

About: Hello! My name is Olivia. I work as an emergency department Nurse however have always had a love for animals💓 I have always grown up around dogs, in my life I have had the pleasure of being loved by a Westie, Maltese and a chihuahua. Although I have only had dogs due to my parents allergies I have always had a love for all animals, dogs, rabbits, cats, fish. Trusting someone to look after your pet is a hard task. Animals are family to me and I would extend the same care and affection to your beloved too! Please reach out to me for any enquiries, I would love to meet your animal so we can get to know each other before your time away! Thanks so much💌 I work as an adult emergency care nurse. My weekly routine can look different every week however, our rota allows for one full week off every month and days off in a row if you are looking for a short stay sitter. I would never agree to take on something I thought I couldn't do and you can rest assured that my shifts will not interfere with your pets care as I would only agree to look after them knowing I could give my full time and effort. My home is a safe, quiet environment, I have a private enclosed garden with no safety hazards, plenty of pet toys, bedding, leads, treats etc. I live in a house and your animal will have full access to the garden, fresh walks whenever they like. I aim to provide the best possible care and will treat your pet like it is my own!!