Pet Sitting in East Lothian
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“Once again Allie had a lovely visit with Dotty, she left me a very indepth report of what they'd been up to, her story telling is amazing and I felt right there with them. Thanks again Allie 😊”


About: I am the mother of 3 wonderful balanced and friendly Dalmatians, I ran the first aid course, I attend a ring cruft class and, my dogs compete for the title in cruft, I have experience with adult and elderly puppies, I love taking them for a walk in areas dedicated to them, and even at home there is no lack of stimuli, instructive and fun games I currently work from home, as well as my partner, so we are actually available 5/7 ❤️ We offer 4 walks a day and a fantastic relaxation area in the garden, fenced, with house, swimming pool (water in summer, balls in winter) ❤️ First training for puppies, socialising sessions with our dogs (3 balanced and very sociable Dalmatians) I have a garden, with a dog area, possibility to be around the whole house with our 3 Dalmatians, if they prefer to rest in the kennel, possibility of having it for them, we can give them medicines if they need it, the important thing for us is the well-being of the dog ❤️ I have a certification for the canine first aid Level 2 (VTQ) - First Aid K9 released in Feb 2025, which course needs to be taken every 3 years. Certification released by ProTrainings.

About: I’ve had dogs my whole life and my 3 kids have had dogs around them their whole life my partner is a dog lover as well who is extremely good in dog training. We are the family who always volunteer to dog sit while family and friends are on holiday and would love to help other families as well! I work part time and am home afternoons Monday- Wednesday and Thursday mornings. As a family we spend our weekends exploring with our own dog who loves big walks and discovering new places both locally and driving around Scotland. I have a large fenced garden with plenty great walking areas locally, your dog would be free to roam the house and make themself at home.

About: I always had 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 would work round this of course, and do plenty of walks also. I would intend to incorporate 3 x 30 minute walks during the day. I work within primary school hours, from home. So say, a 9am walk to/from school, and a 3pm walk for pick up, along side 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 then play when the kids come home. We can tailor the care of your pet to your individual needs. Some of our intended care plans have been described above, but happy to discuss in more detail on contact.

About: I’ve had the pleasure of caring for various dogs over the years, including one special family member's pup whom I helped raise from a young age. Over the course of a year, I played an active role in their training, working on recall, heeling, and basic commands. I’m comfortable with pets of all types and sizes, offering not just care but positive, supportive interaction to help your pet feel safe, happy, and well-loved while you’re away. I currently work 4 days a week, 2 from home and 2 in the office, usually Tuesday and Wednesday in office but this can be flexible. Working from home can be done anywhere that has WiFi, so I would be comfortable and able to look after your pet during the day whilst also working from your home on my laptop. I can take up to an hour of a lunch break, plenty of time to go for a walk, and can also be flexible with hours in the day. When I care for a pet, whether in my home or yours, I make sure to create a comfortable and safe environment for them. I follow their usual routine, ensuring they get the right food, exercise, and attention they need. I’m flexible, adjusting to their needs, whether it’s providing a calm space for shy pets or playtime for more energetic ones. I also make sure to stick to any specific instructions you’ve given me, so they feel right at home, even when you’re away.

About: In my family we have taken care of friends and neighbours dogs since I was about 10. We kept this going for a long time, I also walk a farmers dog who I work for too! I am not long out of university and work part time, until something full time comes in. So I have good availability of days during the week to walk dogs and do check-ins You wish is my command so, if you’d rather your dog was walked in your local area they already know that is what I will do. If you aren’t sure about their recall I will keep them on a lead at all times if this is preferred

About: I have cared for a friends two dogs overnight, and for a few days via this app, I have also cared for dogs while providing childcare. I have been lucky enough to have two family dogs so far in my life. I work full time as a support worker but finish everyday at 4 leaving evenings free. I would love to spend time with some lovely doggies and it's a bonus to earn some income to support myself. I can't keep dogs overnight in my home; however, I do have a car to take pets for long walks further out in the countryside and look after them in the daytime on weekends.

“I booked Nadine for drop in visits for my young two cats whilst going on a short break. I was very nervous about leaving them, but the daily messages from Nadine were very reassuring. So good to find a reliable cat sitter and will definitely be rebooking Nadine in the future!!!”


About: Hi! My name is Murron, and I’ve spent my whole life surrounded by animals. I grew up surrounded by cats and dogs- border collies will always have a special place in my heart! I currently work at a boarding and daycare kennel, where I care for dogs of all shapes, sizes, and temperaments every day. Whether it’s feeding, walking, grooming, or just giving them the love they deserve, animals are a huge part of my life. I also work part-time for the Scottish SPCA, working with animals that have had difficult upbringings. I’ve been a trusted pet sitter for friends and family for years, looking after everything from energetic puppies to senior cats who need a little extra care. I'm confident handling pets with different needs and behaviours, and I always treat every furry friend as if they were my own. Your pet's safety and happiness are my top priorities. Whether it’s a drop-in visit, walk, or overnight stay, I’m here to make sure your furry friend feels comfortable, loved, and well cared for while you’re away. Let me know how I can help — I look forward to meeting you and your pets! My current routine is working part time to full time but with a pretty flexible schedule and the timings of my jobs means I’m always free in the evenings! Whether I’m caring for pets in my own home or in a pet owner's home, I always aim to create a safe, calm, and loving environment that suits each animal’s unique needs and routine. My experience working in kennels and with the Scottish SPCA means I’m confident handling pets with a wide range of temperaments, ages, and care requirements. In a pet owner's home, I make sure to stick closely to the routine their pet is used to—mealtimes, walk schedules, playtime, and any special care instructions. I respect the space, keep things clean and secure, and send regular updates so you know your pet is in good hands. My top priorities are safety, consistency, and making sure every pet feels at ease and cared for like one of my own.

About: Hiiiii, I'm Nicole. A lifelong lover of dogs and a lover of the outdoors. I am offering dog walking and pet services within Midlothian and parts of East Lothian. 🐾Morning & Afternoon Group Walks 🐾Solo Walks 🐾Adventure Days Insured & First Aid ✔️ Please don't hesitate to contact me, I can't wait to meet your furry friends 🫶 I currently have availability for group and solo walks mon-fri, please contact me for more info 🐾 I also off adventure days. On weekdays this includes your pup attending both group walks. Weekend adventure days take place somewhere further afield and range from 4-6 hours. 🏞 I am a lifelong dog lover and will treat any dog as if it's my own, creating a bond and getting to know their individual needs.

About: Hello, im Georgia, 28 years old and I have grown up with a dog my whole life, I always go on long walks and love meeting new furry friends when out and about. I have petsit for my friends and family on multiple occasions as I have always been an animal lover, and now own a very friendly French bulldog, opal. She gets on great with other dogs, kids, and just loves everybody in general! I'm an extremely active person, who regularly goes on walks with opal and friends. Happy to answer any questions you may have! 😊 I am currently available 7 days a week, I have been on maternity leave the last 7 months and do not intend on returning to work at this stage. I have a fenced private back garden and I also live 5 minutes from great walks in haddington. I have quiet neighbourhood. I have an open plan kitchen which has a door opening into the rear garden, with a dog gate.

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: With an energetic Cockapoo of my own and my love for dogs of all shapes and sizes - I’m the perfect home from home 🥰 I’m currently working part-time (2 days a week) so spend a lot of time at home with my family. Also love the outdoors & walking. Large fenced back garden for security. Your pet will be treated like part of the family and spoiled with cuddles and treats. Quiet street at home.

“I am absolutely delighted with the fantastic care that Sarah provided for Loki, Oscar, and Ziggy. From the moment she entered our home, it was evident that she has a genuine love and understanding for cats. Sarah's attention to detail was impeccable. She followed all the instructions I provided for each of my cats, ensuring they received the proper care, food, and playtime they needed. Oscar and Ziggy immediately warmed up to her, and it was heartwarming to see them enjoy her company so much. I want to extend a sincere apology to Sarah for Loki's shyness. Loki tends to be a bit shy and timid around new people, and I'm sorry if he made things a little challenging. Sarah also went above and beyond by sending me regular updates and adorable pictures of my cats during her visits. It definitely eased my mind knowing that they were in such caring hands while I was away. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone in need of a responsible and loving cat sitter. She's a true professional, and I wouldn't hesitate to book her services again in the future. Thank you, Sarah, for taking such wonderful care of Loki, Oscar, and Ziggy.”


About: Loving, reliable pet care for your furry friends! 🐾 I’m an animal lover with a passion for the outdoors—offering dog walking, pet sitting, and drop-in visits to keep your pets happy and safe while you’re away. Whether it’s a leisurely stroll, energetic walk, or some TLC at home, I’ll treat your pets like my own. Flexible, trustworthy, and fully committed to their wellbeing. Available for regular walks/ visits or one off bookings. Experience with nervous/ shy pets. I have a rather flexible schedule at the moment so have plenty of time to take care of your pets. I’ll always discuss what sort of routine you and your pets have so I can try fit in as best I can as I understand this can be important for some household animals. I am happy to do walking, whether they need a longer walk or just a toilet break, feeding, bathing/ grooming, giving medication, playing, drop off/ pick up, and anything else your pet may require that may not be listed, please feel free to ask.

About: I have volunteered in three dog shelters over the years and walked a lot of difficult dogs living in the neighbourhood or sometimes helped out with work colleagues taking in their animals while they are away on holidays. I work from home most of the time and currently between jobs and have allowance for all sorts of short term assignments. I currently have a cat I look after and can have dogs staying over at my place if they are unconcerned with a cat being present. I grew up with all sorts of animals small and large and can deal with even difficult animals having spent a lifetime watching their body language and finding a healthy way to communicate to make them feel happy.
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Prices are estimates per night for one dog. Pricing may vary based on your search. A booking fee of 15% and taxes will apply.


Allie M.Star Sitter

“Once again Allie had a lovely visit with Dotty, she left me a very indepth report of what they'd been up to, her story telling is amazing and I felt right there with them. Thanks again Allie 😊”


Daniela N.

“Daniela has been a great help and Leia has really enjoyed her time with her!”


Ginevra E.
“I didn't know about Rover until I tried her for my cocker spaniel, Alien. I needed assistance and found this woman to be very helpful and professional, even helping me better understand the needs of my first dog. Ginevra and her partner has an infinite sweetness with animals. She's the petsitter every dog dreams of. Tnk's”


Abigail T.

“Abigail did drop ins for our 2 cats while we were on holiday and was great. She is friendly, reliable and the cats loved her!”


Kristie M.
“Our Beagle Tommy loves going here for his holidays. A lovely home away from home for our boy, can’t recommend enough.. so delighted with the care and attention he is given!”


Victoria M.
About: I always had 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 would work round this of course, and do plenty of walks also. I would intend to incorporate 3 x 30 minute walks during the day. I work within primary school hours, from home. So say, a 9am walk to/from school, and a 3pm walk for pick up, along side 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 then play when the kids come home. We can tailor the care of your pet to your individual needs. Some of our intended care plans have been described above, but happy to discuss in more detail on contact.


Ellen F.
“Ellen looked after our puppy Seamus for a day and she was excellent. She took him on an adventure on a hot day and taught him to swim in a loch, cooling him down and teaching him a new favourite past time.”


Alasdair A.
“Alasdair often looks after my dog when I’m on holiday or at work - he’s amazing! Loves dogs so much, and he’s very active so happy to bring the dog out on walks numerous times a day (but also knows when Bailey is tired and needs a rest). He’s grown up with dogs around all his life and it shows - he’s very affectionate and they seem to gravitate towards him. Bailey goes wild when he sees Alasdair and it’s a true reflection of their relationship and trust. Cannot recommend enough.”


Amie S.
“Amie is the only person I would trust to take care of my dogs! I felt so assured after her first visiting them, there was no issue - only kindness and care from her. Thank you so much. Will definitely be asking for your help again!”


Nadine K.

“I booked Nadine for drop in visits for my young two cats whilst going on a short break. I was very nervous about leaving them, but the daily messages from Nadine were very reassuring. So good to find a reliable cat sitter and will definitely be rebooking Nadine in the future!!!”


Murron B.
“I couldn’t be happier with the care Murron provided for our golden retriever and two older cats. Sam is a big ball of energy who needs lots of exercise and attention, while Willow and Wren prefer their space and a quiet routine. Murron seemed to balance both perfectly! It was clear right away that she has tons of experience and a natural connection with animals. We came home to three very happy pets and got regular updates the whole time we were away. Thank you Murron!”


Nicole Linzi S.
“Nicole’s love for animals is infectious. She has a unique ability to connect with dogs on a deep level, making every walk an adventure. Her enthusiasm for the outdoors ensures that your furry friend gets plenty of exercise and fresh air. I wholeheartedly recommend her dog walking services. Your pet will thank you! 🐾!”


Georgia T.
“Georgia will care for your pet like it's her own. She has a fun active energy and will provide endless entertainment and exercise for your pet. Georgia has had a lot of previous experience owning and caring for animals. She is a kind and responsible person who your pet will love spending time with.”


Jessica S.
“Jess was great, you can see she clearly loves dogs and mentioned she has two of her own, which means she understands the needs of the them! She was kind and very bubbly so would trust my dog with her anytime, overall very happy 😊”


Jane W.

“Cannot recommend Jane enough.”


Amie W.

“Aimie is the best. My cats love her and she always takes the most care of them. Worth every penny and I am absolutely grateful of her help 🫶🏻”


Chantelle B.
About: With an energetic Cockapoo of my own and my love for dogs of all shapes and sizes - I’m the perfect home from home 🥰 I’m currently working part-time (2 days a week) so spend a lot of time at home with my family. Also love the outdoors & walking. Large fenced back garden for security. Your pet will be treated like part of the family and spoiled with cuddles and treats. Quiet street at home.


Sarah B.

“I am absolutely delighted with the fantastic care that Sarah provided for Loki, Oscar, and Ziggy. From the moment she entered our home, it was evident that she has a genuine love and understanding for cats. Sarah's attention to detail was impeccable. She followed all the instructions I provided for each of my cats, ensuring they received the proper care, food, and playtime they needed. Oscar and Ziggy immediately warmed up to her, and it was heartwarming to see them enjoy her company so much. I want to extend a sincere apology to Sarah for Loki's shyness. Loki tends to be a bit shy and timid around new people, and I'm sorry if he made things a little challenging. Sarah also went above and beyond by sending me regular updates and adorable pictures of my cats during her visits. It definitely eased my mind knowing that they were in such caring hands while I was away. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone in need of a responsible and loving cat sitter. She's a true professional, and I wouldn't hesitate to book her services again in the future. Thank you, Sarah, for taking such wonderful care of Loki, Oscar, and Ziggy.”


Leah F.
“Leah was my saviour! After being diagnosed with severe osteoarthritis in my hips, I was at a loss how to walk my Siberian Husky. She was a 10 year old rescue and had many issues of trust because she had been so badly abused by her previous owner. Leah's diligence, kind and patient nature - helped them to build a beautiful friendship and bond, Leah was with my amazing girl until the end aged 15. Leah has a great understanding of a dogs nature and body language which was vital to me. I would highly recommend Leah. She has high work ethics and has a genuine love for animals, big and small. She will take great care of your loved pooch as if it were her own.”


Petra Natascha Linda N.
“Natascha has been both reliable and trustworthy when looking after and walking our labradoodle, Teddy. He absolutely loves her, I can’t quite believe it as he goes mad when she comes to walk him, I swear she’s the ‘dog whisperer’!! I highly recommend her.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in East Lothian on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about £12 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customise your booking to suit your and your pet’s needs.
As of Aug 2025, there are 141 pet sitters in East Lothian. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you.
Rover makes it easy to get in touch with multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 71% of East Lothian pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat pet owners have an average of 4 repeat pet owners. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience and number of repeat pet owners when you compare pet sitters in East Lothian. Schedule a free meet and greet before booking to find a trusted home from home for your pet.
Rover makes it easy to find East Lothian pet sitters to provide loving care whether in their home or yours, ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable. The identity-verified, 5-star pet sitters who you can find on Rover will take care of your pet while you’re away, whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet owners looking for a safe, loving alternative to a dog kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialise with their pet sitter’s pets
There are 141 pet sitters in East Lothian on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! We understand that each pet is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, all pet sitters on Rover have been identity verified and screened for you and your pet’s safety.
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