Pet sitting in Edinburgh,
done properly.
Verified, insured pet sitters across Edinburgh, covering Leith, Portobello, Morningside, Bruntsfield, Stockbridge, and every neighbourhood across the capital. 0% owner fee, vet protection on every booking, and cashback that grows with every stay.
Find a sitter in EdinburghStats based on Petme platform data.
Verified Edinburgh sitters
The Petme difference
Save money on every pet sitting booking in Edinburgh
Two features that make every Petme booking better for you.
Earn cashback every time you book
Every completed booking through Petme adds cashback to your Petme balance. Whether you are arranging a week of boarding in Morningside, a drop in visit in Leith, or a house sit while you are away from Bruntsfield, there are no loyalty cards, no codes to enter, and no expiry dates to track. Your balance builds automatically with every stay you complete across Edinburgh.
Grows with every booking0% service fee for pet owners, forever
Petme charges pet owners nothing in platform fees. In Edinburgh, the rate your sitter sets is exactly what you pay. No booking surcharge is added at checkout, no subscription is required to access sitters, and no platform markup is added to the quoted price. Whether you are in Stockbridge, Newington, Corstorphine, or out near Portobello Beach, every pound you pay goes directly to the sitter.
What you see is what you payHow it works
Booking a pet sitter in Edinburgh takes minutes
Search your area
Browse background checked, vetted sitters near your postcode in Edinburgh. Filter by service, pet type, availability and price.
Message and confirm
Send a free message, ask questions, and arrange a meet-and-greet. Book when you're ready. No commitment until you confirm.
Pay securely, earn cashback
Payment is held securely and released to the sitter after the stay. You automatically earn cashback, and every booking is covered by vet protection.
Pet care services in Edinburgh
Pet Boarding
Overnight stays at a sitter's home with personalized care and attention in Edinburgh
Dog Walking
Scheduled walks to keep your dog active, happy, and well-exercised in Edinburgh
House Sitting
In-home care where a sitter stays at your place with your pet in Edinburgh
Drop-in Visits
Quick check-ins for feeding, playtime, and potty breaks in Edinburgh
Doggy Daycare
Daytime supervision and socialization while you're at work in Edinburgh
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FAQs
Common questions about pet sitting in Edinburgh
- How much does pet sitting in Edinburgh typically cost?
- In Edinburgh, overnight boarding typically costs between £22 and £60 per night, dog walking £15 to £25 per 30 minute session, and house sitting £28 to £65 per night. Drop in visits generally start from £12 to £20. Because Petme charges pet owners 0% in platform fees, the price shown in search is exactly what you pay.
- Which areas of Edinburgh do Petme sitters cover?
- Petme sitters cover Edinburgh city centre and surrounding areas including Leith, Portobello, Morningside, Bruntsfield, Marchmont, Newington, Stockbridge, Corstorphine, Haymarket, Tollcross, Gorgie, Murrayfield, and further out into Midlothian. Search by postcode to find available sitters closest to your home.
- Can I find a cat sitter in Edinburgh while I travel?
- Yes. Many Edinburgh sitters on Petme care for cats, including house sitting arrangements where the sitter stays in your home while you are away. This is ideal for cats who are happiest in familiar surroundings. Search with the cat and house sitting filters to find sitters with experience looking after cats across Edinburgh's neighbourhoods.
- Are pet sitters in Edinburgh available during the Festival period?
- During the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe in August, demand for pet sitters increases as residents take advantage of the season to travel or attend late events. Booking in advance for August is strongly recommended. Petme lets you browse availability and request bookings months ahead, so securing a sitter before the summer rush is straightforward.
- Do Petme sitters in Edinburgh walk dogs near Arthur's Seat or The Meadows?
- Many sitters based in Newington, Marchmont, and Holyrood regularly walk dogs on The Meadows or around the base of Arthur's Seat. Sitters in Stockbridge often use Inverleith Park. You can read each sitter's profile to see their preferred walking routes and green spaces. Message a sitter before booking to discuss your dog's exercise and any off lead requirements.
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