House Sitting Edinburgh

About: Hiya! I’m Pippa and I run my own petsitting business in the Poplar/Bow area. I offer a professional, trustworthy and friendly service with 15 years of dog care experience. _ I offer services particularly for dogs who are on the smaller end of the spectrum. My resident dog Rhubarb is a chihuahua and I am experienced on their particular needs and personality traits. My home has lots of appropriately sized toys, high-quality treats and places for smaller dogs to nap in. _ 😰First time getting a dog sitter? I am a star sitter on Rover and have cared for many dogs as their first dog sitting experience. I invite you to check out my reviews for peace of mind that your dog will be cared for and safe while they are with me. I always invite pet parents to meet and greets where we can talk about any particular concerns you have and I can give you advice about preparing for the stay. I’m very happy to spend time with you and show you around my home. I want both you and your dog to have a good experience when booking with me and am happy to go the extra mile to give you the reassurance needed for you to be comfortable. _ 📸Can you send me photos of my dog? What did they get up to today? As a pet owner myself I really worry about my dog when we aren’t together and know how comforting photos of your dog having a nice time or looking relaxed and cosy are. I always take lots of photos to send to owners and am happy to keep you updated as often as you need to feel comfortable. I send photos with 100% of bookings, the % displayed on my profile sometimes varies as I communicate with some owners via WhatsApp! Every day I send an evening update with photos to let owners know what adventures their dog has been up to and how they are getting along. Walks generally take place around Poplar and Bow where your dog will be able to meet other dogs and experience key situations for socialisation e.g joggers, cyclists, children, prams etc. Our favourite walkies location is Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park which is perfect for dogs who love a good sniff 🐕 in hot weather dogs are safe in my apartment which has a variety of enrichment activities and is air conditioned. For dogs with limited mobility or puppies who need breaks I also have a dog pram which I can take on outings so no one gets left out. _ 🧳What do I need to bring for my dog? Essentials are: 🐾 food +1 extra portion, if 1week+ then +2 extra portions 🐾 harness/collar and lead (non-flexi lead if possible!) 🐾 poo bags 🐾 any medication 🐾 grooming brush (I have a greyhound comb already) If your dog has a particular teddy or blanket they like, bowl they prefer etc then feel free to bring along! _ 😬 My dog is reactive/very nervous, is that okay? I have experience with working with reactive dogs and dogs with behavioural difficulties. If your dog does have any of these issues then please do disclose to me in advance so I can be aware of any potential triggers. I can cater to dogs who aren’t able to be left alone as I am with the dogs all day. If your dog is particularly anxious about being separated from you then I do recommend doing a daycare session to get them used to spending time in a different home and build up a relationship with me. If your dog needs to be the only dog in the home then I am able to arrange this with sufficient notice. I let every dog spend the first night without my resident dog being there to give them a low pressure introduction to the environment. _ 🐕Positive only🐕 I am a positive dog trainer and do not use any adversives when caring for my dog or yours. Behaviours are reinforced using positive rewards only, including treats, a favourite toy or playing etc. Use of adversive tools eg prong collars or ecollars means I am not a compatible sitter for you. _ 🧘🏻‍♀️Drama and stress free service I want you to be able to enjoy your holiday in peace and without worry. I have a 0% cancellation rate since I joined the platform in 2022. Pet care is my full time business and I’m offering a professional service which is there to solve any issues that crop up during your booking. In the rare event that there is a problem, I will inform you immediately and keep you updated while I take your dog to the vet/resolve any issues. In addition to the Rover/Cat in a Flat Guarantee I also have an extra insurance policy which covers public liability, loss of keys, injury and pet owner emergency travel costs etc. Please let me know if you would like to see details of my policy. _ 🐾Drop ins🐾 I offer drop in visits to dogs of all sizes so if you have a bigger dog but think we might be a good fit then please do get in touch. . When you request a booking with me I will arrange a date to pick up keys and have a meet and greet. During this visit I will ask to meet your dog/s, see their food and walking equipment. I will also show you the care cards I produce on each visit so you can see what to expect on my visits. _ 🏡Nervous about having someone in your home? I’m a home owner myself and treat your home with complete respect. I have star sitter status on Rover and invite you to check out my reviews for peace of mind that I will be caring for your home as if it were my own. I have no problem sitting in homes with cameras and happy to comply with any security requirements. If you would like to see details of my clean enhanced DBS then please let me know as I am more than happy to provide a copy. . For £30 off your first booking please use my referral code https://www.rover.com/sit/pippam411262 I provide full time pet care. My schedule is usually: breakfast, morning walk, playtime at home, longer afternoon walk followed by a snooze for tired puppies, dinner, evening walk and then often more playtime or snoozing depending on the dogs energy. In hot weather I keep my apartment cool and breezy, avoid walking in high temperatures and provide enrichment activities at home to keep busy minds engaged! I am a legal professional and have a full enhanced DBS check so I can be relied upon to take care of both your pet/s and your home. I live in a secure development and the dogs will remain with me at all times.

“Maymay was a fantastic sitter for our 2 cats and kept us up to date with some funny videos of the cats antics. Our home was also left in pristine condition. We'll definitely book again and highly recommend Maymay as a sitter.”

Peter H.

“Isabel was lovely and we felt very safe leaving her with Percy. She took great care of him and made sure he is comfortable and happy. She sent us daily updates and took great care of our house too.”

Mor K.

“Giulia was absolutely brilliant with our rescue Dillon and showered him with love and fuss straight away! Her communication with us was second to none, especially when Dillon ate a wasp and she had to sort out his snoot with the stinger - she kept us so well updated and gave him plenty of love even though he 100% did it to himself! He's looking forward to his next sit already 😊”

Rhiannon H.

“Daria was really brilliant to work with. She showed genuine care for Wallace and spent extra time making sure she understood how to be the best companian for him. It really put our mind at rest when we were out. We realy recommend Daria to anyone!”

Ewen S.

“Daria was great! She came over to meet Ziggy in advance of our booking to get to know him and have a chat about his care needs. She was also quick communicative during that whole process and then was great with Ziggy, giving me photos and updates throughout the day. I felt really safe in the knowledge that Ziggy was in good hands and would absolutely use her services again. Thanks Daria.”

Amy S.

“Jillson is an excellent dog sitter. She has looked after my French Bulldog Odin who has a fairly strict regime and needs after a serious operation earlier this year, and she tends to him like she’s know him for years. It took a lot for me to trust another dog sitter after being badly let down by one before and I’m very grateful to Jillson for the care she’s given to my boy. She even drew Odin on one of her visits to him and this is something I’ll cherish forever. Jillson is also very respectful of my home and leaves it spotless after each visit.”

Grant C.

“Eirini is fantastic. She looked after Otis and sent us regular updates. She left our flat very clean and tidy and was totally reliable and easy to get hold of. She was great with our dog who clearly had a lovely time with her! We cannot recommend her enough!”

Rory E.

“My second time booking Hannah in for over a week of cat-sitting, and they were as punctual, professional, communicative, and reliable as ever. You could not ask for a better person to leave your fur babies in the care of. <3”

Amenah C.

“Rebecca has been very accommodating, and has genuinely gone above and beyond in supporting Dougal (and me, perhaps even more so!). I felt really at ease and relaxed that he is in good hands. Given Dougal deployed the full body, happy wiggles seeing her again, I think we can safely say we'd both like to rely on her support in the future ☺️”

Andra C.

“Oli stepped in last minute for a full day and did an extraordinary job! I’ve never seen the boys so happy and ready for bed. Would highly recommend to anyone with playful pups”

Chazz R.

“Aimee looked after Fae for a couple of hours today and handled her anxieties expertly. We felt that we left our girl in capable hands and hope to be able to book with Aimee again soon. Thanks a billion!”

Nadine K.

“Leia was so excited to see Ciara again today and they had a great time playing together. Ciara made sure Leia’s needs were met and kept us updated with how things were going. I came home to a happy, relaxed puppy”

Sylvie & Gary K.

“We had such a great experience with Iina. I cannot recommend her highly enough to take the best care of your pet. We were kept meticulously up to date with all developments and were sent regular photos too. Iina took great care to ensure she knew exactly how we liked the dog and our property looked after. Thank you so much for putting our minds at ease on our holiday Iina!”

Emma W.

“Rhianna did a great job taking care of our very anxious dog and cat for 6 days while we were out of town. She was very patient and gentle with them, and set us updates each day.”

Freddy K.

“Océane was extremely caring and attentive while looking after our cat. She sent us updates and photos when she fed her”

Ross M.

About: I’ve taken care of friends and family dogs and cats previously and have helped raise and train my flat mates puppy. I work from home Tuesdays and Fridays so can be flexible (including weekends). I have a small ground floor flat but able to provide toilet breaks as much as needed and walks before and after work and at lunch time if needed! I currently work full time - Tuesdays and Fridays from home. 9-5 Monday to Friday and will be available on some weekends too! When I work from home i am able to provide toilet breaks whenever needed and time outside/ walks before and after work and also on my lunch hour! Can be flexible - I sometimes dog sit for friends when they are in the office. I have a secure ground floor flat next to a safe walk way. I am also next to a lot of green space and there are many routes away from main roads.

“Kathy was absolutely wonderful! She was really flexible with timing and meet & greet, and Fitz took to her right away. He's never been looked after by someone he'd never met before and the pictures and updates she sent showed just how comfortable and in his element he was with her. He likes to have someone around most of the time, so it coinciding with Kathy's study week was really lucky and Fitz was the happiest cat to have someone new to demand attention from when they're trying to work! Kathy was reassuring in knowing to look out for any signs of stress or illness, and kept a close eye on him for that, and her written and photo updates were really lovely to receive. I'd highly recommend Kathy to anyone looking for someone to housesit and catsit!”

Alysa T.

About: I’ve built up hands-on experience caring for pets through house-sitting and pet-sitting platforms including TrustedHousesitters and ........, looking after pets in their own homes while keeping their usual routines as consistent as possible. I’m comfortable with both dogs and cats, and I understand how important it is for pets to feel relaxed and secure when their owners are away. My approach is calm, reliable and attentive — whether that means walks, feeding, playtime, company, overnight stays or simply making sure everything at home is exactly as you left it. I’m particularly mindful of following owners’ instructions closely, keeping pets to their normal schedules, and providing regular updates so you can enjoy your time away without worrying about what’s happening back home. I’m also very comfortable staying in someone else’s home and treating it with the same care and respect I would my own. Having previously completed house sits through dedicated house-sitting platforms, I’m used to balancing pet care with looking after the home itself. I’m now offering dog walking, drop-in visits and house sitting around Edinburgh, and I’m keen to build up a regular group of local pets and owners. Pet care fits really naturally into my routine, and I’m happy to work around each pet’s usual schedule as much as possible. I can offer walks, drop-in visits and overnight house sitting, including mornings, evenings and weekends depending on availability. When house sitting, I’m used to building my day around feeding times, walks, playtime and keeping pets company. I’ve previously cared for pets through house-sitting platforms including ........, so I’m very comfortable adapting to different homes, routines and personalities. My priority is always to keep pets feeling safe, settled and comfortable in their own environment. I follow owners’ instructions closely, including feeding routines, walking routes, medication, house rules and any individual quirks or preferences your pet may have. When staying in someone’s home, I’m very respectful of the property and make sure it is kept clean, secure and looked after throughout the stay. I’ll also keep you updated with messages and photos so you know how your pet is getting on while you’re away. I take a calm and patient approach with animals and prefer to let them get comfortable with me at their own pace, particularly with pets that are initially nervous or shy.

About: I have been pet sitting for over 14 years and have loved getting to know the personalities of every beloved pet. I work well with animals that might need a bit more care - perhaps they are shy and just need someone to sit with them or they are getting a bit older and need medications. I always want to make sure I am providing the best care! Specialize in cat and mid-size to small dog care. I’m currently between jobs and have plenty of time to devote to animal care at any time of day! Whether you need someone to pop in for a check-in during your busy schedule or to watch them for a weekend while you are always on holiday, I have a very flexible schedule I really try to understand the pet and what they want out of each interaction. Are they more of a power walker or are they happy to slow-pace sniff through the neighborhood? I want to ensure I am enriching their life through my interactions and building trust with the pet. Frequently cared for family’s dog who needed heart medication every 12 hours and had extensive supplement routine as well.