Petme . Aberdeenshire

Home boarding in Aberdeenshire for dogs that dislike kennels

A night or a fortnight, Aberdeenshire boarding sitters host your dog at home. You pay the boarding sitter's price and no booking fee. Cashback of up to £20 is credited after each completed stay, so the next one costs less. Each boarding sitter goes through ID and background checks first.

Find boarding sitters in Aberdeenshire

See Aberdeenshire boarding sitters and their reviews

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.

0%
Booking fee for pet owners
£20
Maximum cashback per completed booking
ID + background
Checks on every sitter
4.9 / 5
Average sitter rating

Boarding sitters near Aberdeenshire

ID and background checks on every profile. Open one to see their rates, photos and reviews.

Archie James Murray

Archie James Murray

Availability confirmed 5d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

I’m a animal person have been all my life since I was a kid now I’m excited to hopefully learn from pet owners how to take care of there pets

Aberdeen City
From £10
Olivia Campbell

Olivia Campbell

Availability confirmed 13d ago

Usually replies within a few hours

Hi! I’m a caring, reliable and animal-loving pet sitter and dog walker. I understand that every pet has their own personality, routine and needs, and I’ll always treat your furry friend with the same

Aberdeen City
From £10

Why Aberdeenshire owners book here

Dog boarding in Aberdeenshire, without the extra costs

Nothing added at checkout

Owners in Aberdeenshire pay a 0% booking fee, so the boarding sitter's rate is the whole bill.

Each booking pays toward the next

Cashback is credited when a stay is complete, so regular owners keep earning toward their next booking.

ID and background checks

Every boarding sitter passes ID and background checks before their profile goes live.

Proof before you book

Profiles carry reviews from completed bookings. Chat with the boarding sitter first and ask anything.

Local

Dog boarding around Aberdeenshire

Search by your part of Aberdeenshire or a nearby area, whether that is Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Westhill or Stonehaven.

Boarding in Aberdeenshire is licensed by Aberdeenshire Council under the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963, and that includes boarding in a private home. Ask any home boarder to show you their council licence before the stay.

Kennels in Aberdeenshire set their own prices, so ask each one for a written total for your dates and set it beside a home boarder's nightly rate.

Boarding sitters host your dog in their own home in Aberdeenshire. Ask about their garden, other pets and where they walk dogs before you book.

PeterheadFraserburghInverurieWesthillStonehavenEllon

What it costs

Typical dog boarding rates in Aberdeenshire

Boarding sitters in Aberdeenshire usually charge around £24 to £38 a night. Each sitter sets their own rate, shown before you book, and Petme adds a 0% booking fee on top.

When to book

Busy weeks for dog boarding in Aberdeenshire

Book dog boarding in Aberdeenshire early if you are travelling in the school holidays. Scottish summer holidays start in late June, a few weeks before England's, and the October break runs for two weeks in many council areas.

FAQ

Dog boarding in Aberdeenshire: common questions

What does dog boarding cost in Aberdeenshire instead of kennels?
Boarding sitters in Aberdeenshire usually charge around £24 to £38 a night. Each sitter sets their own rate and you see it before you book, with a 0% booking fee on top. Kennel prices are set by each kennel, so compare the nightly rate, the walks and what is included.
Is there a booking fee on Petme?
Petme charges owners a 0% booking fee. You pay the price the boarding sitter sets with nothing added at checkout, and you earn cashback on every completed booking toward a later one.
Is home dog boarding in Aberdeenshire an alternative to kennels?
Yes. With home dog boarding your dog stays in an Aberdeenshire sitter's own home rather than a kennel run. Ask about walks, sleeping arrangements and other pets when you message the sitter, and agree the routine before the stay.
Can I find a boarding sitter near Peterhead, Aberdeenshire?
Yes. Search from Peterhead to see the boarding sitters closest to that part of Aberdeenshire, including nearby areas such as Fraserburgh and Inverurie. Message them to check they can reach your street before you book.
Do home dog boarders in Aberdeenshire need a licence?
Yes. In Scotland, boarding other people's dogs as a business needs a council licence under the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963, including boarding in a private home. In Aberdeenshire that is Aberdeenshire Council. Ask the boarder to show you their licence before you book.
When should I book dog boarding in Aberdeenshire?
Book early for the school holidays in Aberdeenshire, when many owners travel at once. In Scotland the summer break starts in late June. Sitters set their own calendars, so check dates with the boarding sitter when you message them.
When do I get cashback on a booking?
Cashback is credited to your Petme balance once a stay is complete, capped at £20 per booking, and you can use it on a later booking. That is how each completed stay makes the next one cheaper. It is reversed if the booking is cancelled or refunded.
Are boarding sitters in Aberdeenshire checked?
Yes. Every boarding sitter on Petme passes ID and background checks before their profile goes live. You can read reviews from past bookings and message the sitter before you book, and the Protection Plan can contribute up to £20,000 toward eligible vet costs.

Near Aberdeenshire

More from Petme around Aberdeenshire

Dog boarding in AberdeenDog boarding in DundeeDog boarding in InvernessDog boarding across the UKHow home dog boarding is licensed in Scotland

Book dog boarding in Aberdeenshire

0% booking fee. Up to £20 cashback on every completed stay, off your next one. ID- and background-checked boarding sitters.

Find boarding sitters in Aberdeenshire