Dog Sitting Edinburgh

“Pat was amazing with Willow! Not only did he take care of everything perfectly, but he also came by twice on Christmas Day! Willow was very spoiled with lots of play and cuddles, and Pat kept us updated with plenty of pictures and videos. Honestly, I think Willow was disappointed to see us come home! 100% recommend Pat and would definitely rebook ”

Monica W.

About: I have cared for dogs previously including dog sitting while owners go on holiday. I can deal with all things from cuddles to picking up the goods! I am a chartered accountant who works in a home based role therefore I can be flexible to suit your dogs needs throughout the day I will care for your animal as if it were my own. I pride myself on being a very organised and trustworthy person demonstrated by owners leaving their pets with me during their holidays.

“This was Sarah’s second time looking after our cat, Kyra. She did an amazing job, we were always informed and she sent us loads of pictures. We will definitely ask her to look after Kyra again!”

Elena T.

About: I’ve been walking and caring for dogs for ages. I’ve also worked at an animal rights charity since 2015 because animals have a huge place in my heart and I care deeply for their well-being. If I see a dog at a restaurant or venue who doesn’t have a water dish, I’ll always get them one. I have so much empathy for animals it hurts. With me, your dog will get long walks, lots of attention, and be well cared for and engaged. I take them with me everywhere they can come and make sure they get their own dedicated walks and sniffing time. At home, they get as many cuddles as they want - I always read their cues and follow their lead. I make sure they always have a full water dish, are fed on time, and I can give them medicine, if needed. If dogs like being pet, scratched, or massaged, that's what they get from me until my hands fall off. My flat has a nice size shared garden in the back that gets lots of sunlight, and it’s fenced in. I work from home 9 to 5 Monday to Friday so it’s flexible. I take them out 5 times a day starting at 7:30am and ending at 10pm. I have them settled for sleep by 10:30. In the evenings I go to the gym at 5:30 and am away for about 90 mins total, unless otherwise specified. I leave the music on for them, softly. Other than that I’m with the dog the whole time. I’m very close to lots of green spaces including St Marks park, Eyre st park, and some gorgeous trails. Aside from garden breaks, I do one to two big walks, depending if they pull or can go off lead. My flat has a fenced in garden so we visit frequently and I never have them go more than 4 hours without a potty break. I’m very happy to send you updates however frequently you like. I usually do one midday and another in the evening, but can tailor it depending on length of their stay and your preference.

About: I have taken care of small and medium dogs in my neighborhood for a couple of years now. Love to take a long walk on parks and play with them. Also caring of cats and respecting their space I am a master student currently doing my dissertation! I have flexible hour schedule during week and weekend days! I would be happy to arrange pre-set meetings to get to know the owner and the pet! I work from home so I would make sure the dog will always have company. At the same time I like to take pictures of different moments of the day for the owner to feel comfortable! I believe that knowing basic information about the dog / cat is key. A chat with the owner can make the full caring experience better for all.

“Yu has been wonderful with Bridie and I have no hesitation in recommending her. She replies promptly and is very reliable.”

Elise G.

“Matthew drops in to see my two excitable Staffies every week. He is very good at dealing with their exuberant natures, and follows our instructions to the letter. He leaves very happy dogs on his way out.”

Laura L.

About: Happy to sit small, well-behaved dogs in my flat. I have access to two nice private gardens. There are many parks and green spaces around my flat. I work from home most of the time. I have two garden attached to my flat that will allow for outdoor time. I live in a central location, very close to bigger parks so happy to take the dog for a longer walk. I have lots of space in my flat for the dog to wonder around and feel homely. I would provide places to sleep and feel cosy. I provide quiet and relaxing environment with only one another family member. No children and no additional pets.

About: I’ve had my little springer spaniel since I was 10 and she’s been my best friend ever since. She’s a little old now but the love is still growing. I’ve always enjoyed the company of dogs and I’ve had some experience by volunteering daily to walk dogs during my university studies. So I’m doing my masters studies at the moment, but I’m busy only on Mondays and Tuesdays and have plenty of time in between that to help daily. My dog is very much the queen of my home so her safety, care and protection is always of the highest concern to me. She has the house and garden to herself during the day, with also a variation of lovely walks each day, and at night, anyone’s bed or room is hers for the choosing.

“Zesna has done a wonderful job of keeping an eye on our kitten as she’s been getting settled in. Always turned up, follow our instructions very well, always sent videos of Sumaya and you could tell from the videos that Sumaya loved Zesna. Would definitely recommend her.”

Adam H.

“Sarah was amazing with my dog. She sent regular updates with photos and made sure he was happy and comfortable.”

Abbie L.

“Claire looked after my cat Tash for a few days while we were on holiday. I received lots of updates and could tell she was in good hands. Thank you!”

Clelia D.

“Ylva has been absolutely brilliant with our anxious, rehomed dog. She’s made the most out of the time she’s had with him and been so patient with him. Highly recommend Ylva!”

Frances R.

“Min I Y was fantastic with Kimbo. Lots of photos taken as well and great communication. Would definitely recommend and use again. Thank you 😊”

Victoria L.

About: I’m a devoted dog parent to an 12 year old dachshund and lifelong dog lover. My camera roll is about 98% dogs, so you can count on plenty of adorable “pup”-dates to know your pet it in good hands! Alongside caring for (and admittedly spoiling) my own dog, who is currently back in my home city, I previously worked at Doggy Paddle, a canine leisure swimming and hydrotherapy centre focused on dog wellbeing. Through this role, I gained hands‑on experience supporting dogs of all ages, temperaments, and mobility levels. I also have training in canine first aid and behaviour, which I hope can provide reassurance to you and your furry companion, as it has to many friends I have pet-sat for in the past! As a postgraduate student, I spend a lot of time studying, so getting outdoors with your dog is the perfect balance for me. I love to explore the different green spaces and walks that Edinburgh has to offer, with the beautiful water of Leith on my doorstep and the opportunity to drive to other walks should you and your pet be happy for me to. Whether it’s rain or shine, I’m committed to making sure your pet feels safe, happy, and well cared for. I’m currently on summer break from university so have a lot more flexibility! Come September I will be at university 3 days a week so will have weekends and a couple weekdays available which I will be able to confirm/update closer to the time when my schedule is more confirmed. I always find it helpful to have an initial chat with new clients so we can build rapport and trust your pet’s care is something I take seriously, and it’s important that you feel confident entrusting them to me. Before any booking, I ask for clear instructions on your pet’s preferences, routines, likes and dislikes, and any potential risks. Pets are our family, and just like children, they can be wonderfully unpredictable, so the more I know, the better I can support them! I’m committed to creating a calm, safe environment and giving your pet the best experience possible, whether it’s for a quick visit or a longer stay.

About: I’ve been around dogs a lot since finishing university in 2018. I have recently come from my partners family home where I was the main carer for their 2 dogs, a King Charles and a cavashon. I love dogs and have a lot of time and patience’s I’m currently working part times so have lots of available time to go for long walks or have cuddles in the some or outside fun in the garden. They wouldn’t be left alone for too long and they always be fed on time and get let out as and when they need. I have an open communal garden right on my door step as I am a ground floor flat so grassy areas are not too far away. As long as all equipment is provided I can do any training necessary and can meet their needs as required by their owners.

“Charlotte was great with Olive! Olive went on really long walks which was super helpful as she is a very high energy puppy, Charlotte was on time, communicated well and very willing to accomodate olive and her needs :)”

Emily H.

“Foteini took great care of our three cats while we were away over Christmas. She was communicative, caring, and trustworthy.”

Patricia B.

About: Growing up on a farm I have cared for animals and pets most of my life. The majority of experience is with dogs and cats however I have also experience looking after various farm animals/pets. Dogs: At the moment it's mostly dogs (but still open to other animals!). I have looked after lots of dogs during my time in the city here - on a formal and informal basis. I absolutely love dogs and spending time with them is a joy for me. I ensure they don't have too much time alone - especially on their first stay - as want them to see my home as a place of comfort & something to look forward to! I love getting to know a dog's favourite activity and seeing where they like to explore - feel free to share these facts during their stay :) Ps they do get couch / bed privileges here if that's something they are allowed... I currently work part time as an Occupational Therapist within mental health. I am available on days off, evenings and flexible to weekends. I am open for doggy day care, walks, check in/playtime, overnight stays. Not currently available for house sitting. I live in a big flat with 3 other animal lovers and we have current experience pet sitting. We have access to Queen Street Gardens - so lots of SAFE space for pets to be let off lead and run around in a quiet secured area :)

About: Hello, I have grown up with dogs all my life and currently have 3 indoor cats back home in New Zealand. I have recently moved over to edinburgh and would love to help care for your precious pets. I have a certificate in Animal care and Dog psychology as I have spent a large amount of time in New Zealand training reactive dogs and puppies. I love teaching dogs new skills and I’ll never get enough of cat cuddles. I am comfortable with pets of all sizes, I especially love very large dogs as I have spent a lot of my time working in a pet store interacting and handling many large breeds from labs to St Bernard’s. I do offer dog training services as well, if that interests you please let me know during our conversation. Our pets deserve the world, I can’t wait to meet yours and give them the love and enrichment they need. :) I am currently working part time at a hostel, I am able to look after your home and stay with your pet, give them all the attention and love they need while you’re away. I am quite flexible and able to work around the scheduled needs of your pet. I can easily come to your home to walk your dog or feed your cat during the day or if you need something longer I can stay in your home and look after your pets. I have house sat many times with a variety of different animals with different needs. I am also a dog trainer so if that is something you would be interested in while I look after your dog or as a seperate service all together, I would love to help so please contact me with more information :)