Dog Boarding Scottish Borders
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 107 pet owners in Scottish Borders have booked dog boarding
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“5 Stars! Juliet was amazing. She took such great care of Mollie. I was able to meet Juliet before the booking which made me feel at ease. She regularly sent pictures and pup dates which was lovely as I could see Mollie was having a great time. Will definitely rebook with Juliet again!”
About: I'v had a variety of pets ever since I was young. I've helped look after my mum and my brother's dogs. I currently have a dog, 3 cats and 4 guinea pigs with my girlfriend. Currently working on a 0 hour contract so can take care of all pets on short notice and give them the care and attention they deserve. I have a 8ft fence we'll secure garden with unlimited access. I'm aware of animals body language and makes sure all pets feel safe and secure. Enjoying there time til there parents come back.
About: Hello my names Katie am I currently have a cat and a dog. I have 15 years of experience with them and absolutely adore my animals. I don’t drive so either need to do daycare or boarding here but if you live close by, I can do visits. I would fit around my schedule when having a pet but most of my summer break I can manage to do this as a 2nd job as I adore all animals. I have a fenced Garden snd I’d not let any dog off the lead unless the owner gives me special permission to do so. My flat is pet friendly but I can bus if the animal I was looking after lived in the Scottish Borders if it was pop ins or walks.
“What a wonderful family Rosie was looked after as though she was one of theirs. They gave her medication when she needed it as she had an accident at home just a few hours before I dropped her off. They sent photos of Rosie through out her stay and I felt relaxed knowing she was been spoiled as if she was home with us. I cant thank Tam enough and I would leave my little fur baby with her again. Kind regards. June & Rosiexx”
“Could not have asked for a better sitter. Our dog clearly had a great time and because of that, we could focus on the event we were attending. James is clearly an extremely experienced and caring dog sitter. Could not recommend more. Thank you James!”
“Lady is an elderly dog, quite deaf and was made to feel at home with Zulma. We had lovely photos and videos of Lady, she was very happy and relaxed. Lady will definitely be staying with Zulma again. Thank you Zulma.”
“Raquel and her whole family are absolutely amazing! Oakley had the best 10 nights with them, and honestly, I’m not convinced he even wanted to come home! 😂 Raquel kept us updated with photos and messages twice a day, which gave us such peace of mind while we were away. She kept us in the loop with everything they’d been getting up to, and it was clear from the updates just how happy and well cared for Oakley was. We couldn’t have asked for a better sitter or a more loving home for him to stay in. We honestly cannot recommend Raquel and her family enough. We will definitely be booking with them again! 🐾❤️”
“Kevinjon was amazing with our little Teddy, this is the first time we have ever used a service like this and from start to finish Kevin was thoughtful about his needs and sent us loads of really good photos for when we were missing him! Have definitely found out permanent dogsitter! Thanks kevinjon!”
“Really happy to have left our dog Willow with Gauhar. She was cared for and loved while I took a weekend break. Lots of regular updates and photos were really appreciated. Thanks Gauhar”
“I left Charles with Derek and his wife over the weekend and he couldn’t have been treated better. I highly recommend their services. They looked after my boy as he was their own and that made me enjoy my trip even more knowing he was in a home away from home. Thank you again guys! You’ll always be my first choice for looking after Charles. :)”
“We were a bit apprehensive of the idea of finding a dog sitter when our girl is still so young but we are so happy with everything Kim did for us. Penny was in good hands, very well cared for and clearly had an absolute blast every day. Kim is lovely, clearly cares a lot for all dogs, and looked after Penny as if she was her own, we couldn't be happier with how our first experience on Rover has went.”
“Caity looked after our spaniel Rufus for a couple of days whilst my partner and I were working. Unfortunately, Rufus had badly injured his foot just before his stay but Caity was amazing with him. Not only did she do a tremendously good job of looking after him, but she was great at keeping us updated with how Rufus was doing. Thank you, Caity, for being so wonderful in such difficult circumstances.”
“Kirsty looked after our two labs overnight when we were holidaying in Edinburgh, to let us attend an event. Kirsty was a fantastic sitter who the girls loved. She kept us updated and sent photos. We would definitely ask Kirsty to look after our girls again! Thank you 🐾”
“Rocky had the best time with Dani and Dougie. We got regular updates about all his walks and the people he met who all loved him. We got photos and you could see how happy he was everytime. Dont think he was happy about us picking him up from his holiday from home. He was spoiled. Would recommend to everyone and will book again without a doubt. Thank you Dani and Dougie 🐾”
“From the first time meeting naomi I knew id made the right choice for my boy milo Naomi was so welcoming and friendly and put my mind at ease I was kept updated everyday and sent lots of pics of milo having the time of his life I actually wondered if he would come home he looked that settled this was the first time Ive left milo with anyone and for the 4 days I had no worries at all and am so glad I've found a reliable trustworthy dog boarder for future thanks again Naomi xxxxxx”
The median cost per night for dog boarding in Scottish Borders is £30
Dog owners share their Rover experiences – Scottish Borders
Another fabulous stay for Odin. He adores his stays at Juliets and she genuinely is one of the best sitters we’ve found. Odin is anxious around dogs but otherwise the perfect dog. Juliet listened to all his quirks and really caters to all his needs and somehow even made a doggy friend whilst on his stay? We were shocked and amazed! We’d highly recommend Juliet and Odin cannot wait to come back for another stay!
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- Every booking is backed by the Rover Guarantee, which includes up to $25,000 reimbursement for eligible vet care. Learn more
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How to book dog boarding
1. Search
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2. Meet & Greet
Meet either virtually or in person with a pet sitter to discuss the level of care needed for your pets while you’re away for extra peace of mind.
3. Book and Pay
It's that easy! All payments are processed via Rover's secured platform.
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FAQs for Dog Boarding – Scottish Borders
Frequently asked questions about Rover
The average cost of Dog Boarding in Scottish Borders is £35 per night as of October 2026. Most bookings cost between £29 and £47 per night.
On Rover, 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 588 sitters on Rover offering Dog Boarding across the city of Scottish Borders. About 90% 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 .
Yes, Rover is well-suited for last-minute bookings for Dog Boarding. With 588 sitters in Scottish Borders, 65% 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 , which provides up to £25,000 in eligible veterinary care reimbursement.
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