Pet sitters in Edinburgh who are ID-verified

Find experienced pet sitters throughout Edinburgh, browse detailed profiles, check verified reviews, and book with peace of mind knowing your pet is protected.

Platform data as of October 2026

0% owner fee + cashback

£59better off on Petme

£420
On Petme£407+£13 Cashback
Typical platforms£466+£46 Owner fee · 11-15%

Petme adds 0% owner fee and pays cashback (capped at £20 a booking). Typical platforms charge between 11% and 15% owner fees. Sitters set their own rates, so totals vary.

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Verified pet sitters in Edinburgh

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Grace

Grace

Availability confirmed 12d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’m a caring and organised Edinburgh student who loves animals!

City of Edinburgh
From £8
Shea

Shea

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

uni student and avid pet lover!🐾

City of Edinburgh
From £8
Gloria

Gloria

Availability confirmed yesterday

Usually replies within a few hours

Reliable, attentive and obsessed with dogs! I’ll treat yours like family

City of Edinburgh
From £8
James Weeks

James Weeks

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

any time of day: always up for a walk!

Edinburgh
From £8
Erin Miller

Erin Miller

Availability confirmed 9d ago

Usually replies within an hour

doing what I love in my free time- looking after and loving animals

City of Edinburgh
From £20
Tegan

Tegan

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Outgoing and artistic animal lover. I am open to all types of animals as a long term multi-pet owner myself. Open to any questions 🌸💕🐾.

City of Edinburgh
From £10
Amber

Amber

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

Loves walking, animals and fun.

City of Edinburgh
From £10
Lara

Lara

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Creative person who loves the company of all animals! open to all animal personalities ⭐️

City of Edinburgh
From £8
Jemima Thomson

Jemima Thomson

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Edinburgh local, experienced sitter and walker, love all animals!

City of Edinburgh
From £8
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Joanne

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I adore cats and dogs and they also adore me, win win 💚🩷

City of Edinburgh
From £20
Anna

Anna

Availability confirmed today

Usually replies within a few hours

I love animals and would love to walk and look after your dog!

City of Edinburgh
From £7
Lewis

Lewis

Availability confirmed 6d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Chosen to spend my birthday at the cat cafe

City of Edinburgh
From £10
Emily Borthwick

Emily Borthwick

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Edinburgh based with 5+ years of animal care experience

City of Edinburgh
From £16
Saffron Mitchell

Saffron Mitchell

Availability confirmed 3d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

A wee local business, and a big love for animals. Giving every pet the care and attention they deserve 🐾🤍

Pumpherston
From £10
Emma Fraser

Emma Fraser

Availability confirmed 4d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I love all animals especially dogs and have my own wee Cavapoo puppy who is 7 months old 🤍

Redding
From £7
Steph

Steph

Availability confirmed 15d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

dog lover working from home 🐾

Greenhil
From £23
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Pet Sitting in Edinburgh: Why Local Owners Choose Petme

Traditional Pet Sitting Services in Edinburgh

Pet owners in Edinburgh have faced these challenges with typical platforms:

  • Pet owners in Edinburgh previously had few options beyond word of mouth, with no way to confirm a sitter's identity or experience
  • Residents in Morningside and Leith often turned to unvetted advertisements, hoping for the best
  • There was no trustworthy system to verify that reviews for Edinburgh pet sitters came from real pet owners
  • Families had zero financial recourse if their pet was injured during a sit in Stockbridge or Bruntsfield

Verified Pet Sitters in Edinburgh on Petme

Here is how Petme connects you with trusted pet sitters across Edinburgh:

  • Petme connects Edinburgh pet owners with verified, background-checked sitters who maintain real profiles and honest ratings
  • Sitters cover neighbourhoods from Old Town to Portobello, ensuring reliable care across the entire city
  • The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs on Edinburgh bookings, subject to its terms
  • Edinburgh's Petme community shares authentic photos and trusted reviews from Marchmont to Cramond

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£10 – £20/walk

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£10 – £18/visit

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£25 – £55/night

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£35 – £65/night

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about finding a trusted pet sitter in Edinburgh.

What are pet sitting rates in Edinburgh?
Boarding sits at £30-£50 a night and walks at £10-£15. Bigger cities run toward the upper end. Every sitter names their own rate and you see it before booking.
Can I find pet sitters outside central Edinburgh?
Absolutely! Petme has sitters across Edinburgh, Leith, Morningside, Portobello, Stockbridge, Corstorphine, and surrounding areas. Enter your postcode to discover nearby options.
Do Edinburgh sitters look after cats and small animals?
Yes! Many Edinburgh sitters care for cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and other small pets. Filter by pet type or check individual profiles for experience details.
What are the best dog walking spots in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh offers fantastic walks, Arthur's Seat, Holyrood Park, the Water of Leith Walkway, Cramond Beach, and the Pentland Hills are all popular with local dog owners.
Which Edinburgh areas have the most pet sitters?
Sitters are available across Edinburgh, Old Town, New Town, Leith, Stockbridge, Morningside, Bruntsfield, Portobello, Marchmont, and throughout the Lothians.
Are Edinburgh sitters background checked?
Yes! All sitters complete thorough ID and background verification. The Protection Plan offers up to £20,000 for eligible vet costs, subject to its terms.

About Pet Sitting in Edinburgh

Edinburgh's dramatic landscape, from the volcanic crags of Arthur's Seat to the cobbled closes of the Old Town, creates a uniquely scenic setting for pet care. The compact city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods like Stockbridge, Morningside, and Bruntsfield are highly walkable, with green spaces woven into the urban fabric at every turn.

The Water of Leith walkway threads twelve miles through the city, connecting Dean Village to the shore at Leith and offering sitters a peaceful, riverside route away from busy streets. Cramond Beach, the Pentland Hills, and the Hermitage of Braid provide wilder terrain for more adventurous outings, whilst Inverleith Park and the Meadows offer gentler options closer to the centre.

Edinburgh's festival season brings millions of visitors each August, making reliable pet care essential for residents hosting guests or working extended hours. The city's strong academic community, with the University of Edinburgh and Heriot Watt, also drives demand for flexible sitting arrangements during term time and research trips abroad.

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