Pet sitters in Edinburgh
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Pet sitters searching near Edinburgh
We have 579 pet and dog sitters looking for sits near Edinburgh. They’re rated, reviewed and verified - and exchange pet care for new places to stay while traveling.
- Emma & Scott
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitters
- Exceptionally organised
5.084 sits completed
- Sylvie
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
5.082 sits completed
- Carey
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Fully self-sufficient
5.057 sits completed
- Margaret
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Always reliable
5.029 sits completed
- Karen
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Exceptionally organised
5.047 sits completed
- Alison
- Background checked
- Experienced pet sitter
5.097 sits completed
- Caitlin
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
5.062 sits completed
- Bogdan
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Immaculately tidy
5.093 sits completed
- Dylan & Abigail
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitters
- Exceptionally organised
5.059 sits completed
- Erica & Finlay
- ID checked
5.028 sits completed
- Kiara
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Fully self-sufficient
5.012 sits completed
- Lucia
- ID checked
- Exceptionally organised
- Immaculately tidy
5.05 sits completed
- Ronald
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Immaculately tidy
5.011 sits completed
- Lucie & Olivier
- ID checked
- Outstanding pet care
- Immaculately tidy
5.07 sits completed
- Fiona
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Always reliable
5.016 sits completed
- Josie
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitter
- Immaculately tidy
5.036 sits completed
- Jennifer
- ID checked
- Immaculately tidy
- Fully self-sufficient
5.02 sits completed
- Anna
- Background checked
- Patricia
- ID checked
- Fully self-sufficient
- Always reliable
5.08 sits completed
- Maureen & Dave
- ID checked
- Experienced pet sitters
5.047 sits completed
See how pet sitting in Edinburgh works
1. Choose your plan
Pay once a year for unlimited, in-home pet care. Sitters don't charge extra fees.2. Create your listing
Describe your home and pets, and add the dates you'll be away.3. Review sitter applications
See who applied to your listing and vet sitters before you commit.
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Why our sitters love to pet sit
Every pet sitter in Edinburgh and beyond has their own story. But they all have two things in common: they love pets and travel.
98% of our sits result in a five-star review
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Questions about pet and dog sitting
Do pet sitters in Edinburgh get paid?
It’s a win-win situation. Sitters exchange their love and care for a stay in your home and the chance to make new furry friends. While pet parents can travel with peace of mind, knowing their pets are loved and cared for.
Would pet sitters want to stay in my home in Edinburgh?
They prefer cosy homes where they can embed themselves in the local community, spend time with adorable pets and make special travel memories.
So as long as your home is clean, tidy and welcoming, our sitters would love to stay.
How does pet sitting in Edinburgh work with TrustedHousesitters?
After you’ve chosen and paid for your membership, you can create your listing. This is your chance to describe your home and pets, and add the dates you’ll be away.
As soon as your listing is live, pet sitters can apply. You can browse their applications and shortlist the ones you think are right. You also have the option to invite sitters directly.
We recommend meeting face-to-face or via video call before confirming the sit to make sure it’s a good match for your home and pets.
How quickly can I find a pet sitter in Edinburgh?
For extra peace of mind, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
What makes your pet sitters in Edinburgh trustworthy?
Verified by us
We do background and/or ID checks, ask for external references and verify email addresses and phone numbers.
Verified by others
After a sit, our pet parents rate and review their sitter and give honest feedback.
Verified by you
You can screen sitters before you commit by meeting them face-to-face or via a video call.
Am I covered in case something goes wrong?
Premium Pet Parent members also benefit from our Sit Cancellation Plan that protects you in case your sitter cancels.
And lastly, our Standard and Premium Pet Parent memberships include a Money Back Promise. Which means if you don’t find a sitter within 14 days, we’ll refund you.
How much do pet and dog sitters in Edinburgh cost?
Like you, our pet sitters pay an annual fee to join our community and use our platform. They don’t get paid or charge for their services.
They do it because they love pets and travel. So in exchange for a place to stay, they’ll look after your pets and take care of your home while you’re away.
If you book a sitter who isn’t part of our community, the average cost of pet sitting in Edinburgh is £0.79 per hour, £31.67 per week for 40 hours or £102.92 per month for 130 hours.
How much is an overnight pet sitter in Edinburgh?
An overnight pet sitter in Edinburgh averages at £36.46 per night, which means pet owners could be spending over £250 on pet care alone, just for a week’s holiday.
Unlike traditional pet sitting services and home dog boarding facilities, pet sitting rates don’t exist here at TrustedHousesitters. If you’re looking for affordable, in-home dog care in Edinburgh, look no further. Here pet parents have access to unlimited, verified sitters all year round, for one annual membership fee. That’s happy homes, pets and purse strings.
Why do your pet sitters in Edinburgh agree to sit for free?
You’ll find our members pet sitting in Edinburgh and beyond for free because traveling the globe and spending time with animals is their hobby. Many are retirees, while others are remote workers, and many are simply looking for meaningful, pet-filled travel experiences.
So unlike professional pet sitting services, our sitters simply exchange in-home pet care for a place to stay - helping dog owners rest assured they’re in it for the right reasons.
Are there pet sitters in Edinburgh who have experience with pets requiring a special diet or feeding schedule?
To connect with people dog sitting in Edinburgh who are confident in looking after pets on a special diet, look no further than the TrustedHousesitters community.
Here it’s simple for pet parents to find the perfect sitter who can stick to their pet’s specific feeding, exercise and even vet appointment schedule. Just be sure to share your pet’s needs in your listing, and chat through their requirements with potential sitters.