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House Sitters available (South Western Scotland, Scotland)
Our House Sitters list for all the United Kingdom is below. To view a list of house sitters willing to house sit in your area please use the drop down menu.
When filtering by Location, you may see sitters from other states listed as well. That’s because those sitters have nominated they are willing to house sit in more than one state (some have chosen all the United Kingdom). They are all candidates for positions in the selected state.
We save you time. Replies from house sitters you contact can sometimes take a while and when they reply you may find your location and timing doesn’t suit their schedule. This means contacting house sitters one at a time can be a drawn out process. When you choose to contact a house sitter with us you will be asked to list your needs and when you do, available house sitters for your location and dates will be contacting you within hours.
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Nicola - Nicky
4Years Single
I work full time and do this as a holiday,therefore have to book annual leave so I need lots of notice. I am reliable trustworthy and cheerful,I live in Derbyshire , I love all animals . I have completed five house sits ,which involved caring for dogs pigs and a horse and I really enjoyed them all, I love the countryside best as I enjoy peace and walking and spending time with animals... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Gary
Single
I am a 73 year old male, Honest, Reliable & Trustworthy.
now retired, and looking for an opportunity to fill my time in the Golden Years. the opportunity of house sitting and looking after other peoples pets/animals sounds idyllic for me. I am reasonably fit for my age. We have a 17 year old pure black domestic cat, He adopted us around 14 years ago. we believe he was badly mistreated as a... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions except Eastern Scotland, North Eastern Scotland
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Scott - The House Sitting Buddhist
1Year Single
Hello!
My name is Scott and I am 38 years old, originally from Hampshire in the south of England. I am a former physicist, having worked for a space company building satellites. However, during that time I developed a keen interest in mindful practice and eastern philosophy. I began to attend Buddhist meditation and tai chi classes. Then, 3 years ago I decided to take a career break and... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 4 Jan 31 Mar 8 Apr 20 Apr 1 May 31 Jul
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I am a recent graduate of Costume from UAL but have known for some time now that my passions lie in writing. Since graduating I have been exploring various opportunities which allow me the time and the freedom I need to work on my current project.
For the past few months I have been house sitting for a relative and keeping the house for a rotation of paying guests, and before that I was... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 1 May 10 Oct
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Amelia - Housesitting Couple
Couple
Hello! We are a professional couple in our early 30’s who have over two years house sitting experience. We are based in London. We both work from home most of the time so your furry family will have a lot of company.
Housesitting is a lovely way for us to save for our own home. Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Your cats bestie
Single
I’m Mariam. I’m currently writing my second book and finishing my MA.
I’m currently on a pet sit - it’s my second month! I’ve got sits lined up until the end of April 2026 so far.
I’m chatty, kind, caring and respectful. I’m also very clean. I work from home, so I like the space I’m in to be clean.
I had 2 cats when I was younger, then spent the majority of my adult... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Glenn
3Years Single
I am a retired primary school teacher who is now based in North Yorkshire, having recently moved to the north from Islington, London. I am looking to resume my house sitting adventure after a break due to the pandemic and family issues. Originally an arts graduate, I was a teacher for the past 20 years as well as a part time furniture upholsterer. I am conscientious, reliable, honest and... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 8 Aug 22 Aug
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Andy - Andy & Priti
Couple
I am a recently retired Assistant HT and my wife, Priti, is a Special Needs TA who still works intermittently as an exam Invigilator . We live in a lovely Northumberland Village near the beach and now, with more time on our hands, are both keen to travel and see more of the UK . Having worked for many yrs in the Education sector we are a trustworthy , respectful , honest , organised , friendly... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions except North Eastern Scotland
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Ian - Ian and Isobelle, caring housesitters
10Years Couple
Active retired couple looking for new adventures
Ian and Isobelle.
We are experienced, discreet and caring house sitters, fit and active, (both mid 60’s), non-smokers, dependable and take the responsibility of looking after your house and pets very seriously.
As we’ve no ongoing commitments, we’re flexible in both where and when we travel and are happy to take on short notice... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 7 Mar 12 Mar 30 Apr 4 May 30 May 8 Jun 17 Jun 27 Jun 11 Jul 18 Jul 20 Sep 27 Sep
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Sally - Sal and Kev Reliable Couple
1Year Couple
My husband and I have recently retired after managing our cleaning and caretaking business for 20 years. We are proud parents of three children and six grandchildren. We enjoy travelling, and we still feel the absence of our beloved Springer Spaniel, Oscar, whom we lost a few years ago. While we would love to have another dog, our frequent travels make that impractical. However, we would be... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 1 Mar 30 Apr 1 May 31 May 3 Jun 11 Jun 21 Jun 30 Jun
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Unfortunately, due to allergies, we cannot pet-sit any dogs, I am sorry to say.
To introduce ourselves, I am a retired civil servant with 32 years of service, and my wife, Jackie, is a retired nurse with 21 years of service. We are still not yet at the State Retirement age, having taken early retirement because we are now financially secure. We have no children. We are both non-smokers.... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 15 Mar 5 Apr 20 Apr 26 Apr 8 May 20 May 21 May 27 May 1 Jun 6 Jun 14 Jun 29 Jun 11 Jul 28 Jul 22 Sep 19 Oct 2 Nov 26 Nov 28 Nov 18 Dec 5 Jan'27 17 Feb'27
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Shirley and I are a retired couple currently living in British Columbia Canada, planning to move home to the UK in a year or so. We have joined the program just to gather information about it at this point only, and won't be coming online until 2027. (Can't wait!). Thankyou and best wishes in your search. Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Kevin - MR
Couple
Recently retired accountant wishes to mind pets with his wife whilst having a look around the UK .Dog Lovers ,we have owned German Shephards and Mastifs for 25 years ( both now passed).Looking to now care for pets and look after your house.We have been with Mindahome Australia looking after pets for 5 years with glowing recommendations. Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 25 Mar 13 Apr
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Margaret - BollynRed
6Years 2 friends
We are both non smoking, clean living, fit and healthy. Both currently renting properties in our home town in Australia. We live in beautiful Tasmania on the North West Coast. Both have had experience, individually and jointly, house sitting with cats and dogs over many years in Australia. We are best friends who will be travelling to Europe in 2026 with fairly flexible dates. We would love... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Heidi - Love and the Best Cuddles Ever! Joyfully
1Year Single
Here is a fresh, tightened, warm, quietly magnetic rewrite of your profile. It keeps your voice — luminous, worldly, trustworthy — without excess length, and with just enough poetic lift to make the right homeowners feel seen and inspired.
No filler. No cold professionalism. Just presence.
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Love Goes Round — joyfully, playfully, responsibly, and always with genuine devotion... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Ayesha - House & Pet Sitters
Family
Hiya house and pet owners,
I'm Ayesha, a work-from-home transcriber. Angel is 16, and Zion is 12.
Together, we love travelling the UK! We're originally from east London. We’re previous owners of an American Shorthair cat that we named Stardust.
We’ve completed dozens of assignments: dogs of all sizes, including Labs, Cockapoos, Jack Russells and many more breeds; cats, fish,... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Leah - Alex and Leah
Couple
We're Alex (30) and Leah (31), a couple who love the outdoors, animals, and the slower pace of rural life.
I run my own online fitness coaching business so I work remotely and have complete flexibility with location - no commute, no office, just a laptop and good wifi.
We've done house sits before and really enjoyed the responsibility of looking after someone's home properly.
We're... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Cindy - Caring for precious Pets and home
2Years Single
Experienced pet sitter to care for Precious Pets and their homes.
I now find it necessary to charge for travel and petsitting/house-sitting.
Please contact me for further information.
Whether they are cats, dogs, chickens, Tropical fish they will be cared for in a caring kind manner.
I have had pets most of my life and now interested in looking after other folks pets since I have... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Johanna - Travelling 2025
Couple
Fit , active , semi retiring this year to spend time with my partner aiming to travel and see lots of locations in UK and Abroad . We have both worked all our lives , being both hands on with indoor and outdoor jobs . We have 2 dogs that fit into everywhere we go . Can supply many character references as I have worked for many families and looked after animals in many locations . Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Claire
3Years Single
Hi there, I'm Claire, recently retired from a lifelong career with animals.
Ive been travelling in the UK and abroad using the 'Workaway' site for some years and have excellent references on there.
Im a qualified BHSAI and when im not travelling, i volunteer at a local equine charity, having dipped in and out of working with horses most of my working life.
I also volunteer at a... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Sophia - Violet05
Single
Im a 20 year old student from Germany who likes to travel on a budget during my time off school. I love cuddling and taking care of animals, especially cats. The reason i like housesitting so much is because i get some relaxing alonetime and can escape everyday life at home. Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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My name is Catalina, I'm 27 years old. I'm from Chile. I have two dogs and two cats, all adopted. When I travel, my pets stay with my mom, who loves them as much as I do. My pets are indoors and sleep with me. I don't smoke, I don't drink much alcohol, I'm a very calm person, I like reading and drinking tea. I am very clean and tidy.
I was in London and fell in love with the city. The... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Lisa - LK
Couple
I am a nurse who works from home and need great internet access. My partner is retired. We are both flexible as my children have left home. We are non smokers and like the quiet life with lots of travel. We have a car but also like to take public transport when we can. Neither of us wants the responsibility of dog sitting Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Barbara and Brian - Friendly retired pet loving couple
3Years Single
I am retired with plenty of time to spend with friendly pets who need love and care and have done a few in the past years. I also do housesits anywhere in the UK. I am a retired personal carer who is friendly, clean, tidy and respectful. Any length of time would be ok and can be flexible if required and my partner is ex security/dog
trainer. We have own transport and happy to use for trips... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
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Daniel & Gina
2Years Couple
Hi - we love walking in the beautiful British countryside, travel and animals in equal measure. We've had several dogs and our most recent pets were two beautiful cats who we shared our life with for 11 years and absolutely adored. We miss them lots but haven't acquired any new pets so we can indulge our love of travel for a while too. We made some lovely new canine friends on Mindahome... Read more
Preferred locations: Scotland All regions
Current bookings: 17 Jun 27 Jun