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Sitter Profile Image: Lyndsey D.
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Lyndsey D.
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$30
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4.9 out of 5 stars
76 reviews
23 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Athens, TN, 37303

Lyndsey was great with our Abbie who has recently been diagnosed with diabetes. She sent us videos and photos throughout the day. Abbie actually acted like she didn’t want to leave when I picked her up, lol, so I knew she loved staying with Lyndsey!

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Tonia K.
Sitter Profile Image: Shannon H.
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Shannon H.
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$40
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4.9 out of 5 stars
56 reviews
19 repeat clients
2 years of experience
Englewood, TN, 37329

Shannon was great with Maggie, sent pictures of her throughout the day, was understanding and flexible when I was arranging dates (waiting for grandbaby to be born!), and Maggie enjoyed herself very much while in her care. Thanks, Shannon!

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Deborah P.
Sitter Profile Image: Aric P.
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Aric P.
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$25
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4.9 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
21 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Athens, TN, 37303

My dogs are well taken care of by Aric and his family. I feel comfortable leaving the pups with them even when we leave the country for a couple of weeks. We will continue to use their services!

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Lisa C.
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Brittany F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
74 reviews
25 repeat clients
28 years of experience
Cleveland, TN, 37312

Brittany was wonderful. She kept me updated about Buddy. He had a good time with her. I would be happy to have Buddy stay with her again on my next trip. He got along with the other pups in the house and everything went smoothly.

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Mayhell C.
Sitter Profile Image: Kallie T.
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Kallie T.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
3 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Athens, TN, 37303

Kallie is very kind and very knowledgeable about dogs. My Charlie was given a lot of attention and excellent care during his stay in her home. I amany photos daily, which eliminated my anxiety about leaving him in someone else's home. I will definitely hire Kallie again to keep my Charlie when I have to travel.

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Sue W.
Sitter Profile Image: Hayden & Tiffany P.
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Hayden & Tiffany P.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
22 reviews
8 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Athens, TN, 37303

This family were fantastic doggy hosts for our 3! They took great care of our dogs and kept in great communication with us. We'll def be using them again in the future!

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Sitter Profile Image: Shawna H.
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Shawna H.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
77 reviews
14 repeat clients
10 years of experience
Kingston, TN, 37763

Shawna was wonderful!! She was very quick to respond to messages and sent a lot of pictures of my buddy. It was really nice to have a peace of mind that my dog was in such good hands while I was out of town. 10 out of 10 recommend!!

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Sitter Profile Image: Melissa S.
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Melissa S.
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$31
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5.0 out of 5 stars
12 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Englewood, TN, 37329

My Sophie was cared for excellently . I was kept updated on how her visit went daily . Not only will I book withelussa when the need arises , but I will recommend her to anyone needing boarding services ..

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Sitter Profile Image: Haley P.
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Haley P.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
16 years of experience
Benton, TN, 37307

Haley toon great care of our two dogs while we were rafting on the Ocoee, will definitely use her gain any time we are in the area!

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Sarah V.
Sitter Profile Image: Ruth S.
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Ruth S.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
2 repeat clients
25 years of experience
Cleveland, TN, 37311

Ruth and her husband provided excellent care for my dog while I was away. They have great knowledge about dogs and offered a wonderful home away from home for my pup. Highly recommended.

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Stephanie Z.
Sitter Profile Image: Sharon D.
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Sharon D.
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$35
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
7 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Dayton, TN, 37321

Our dogs were given so much love over the last week. One of our pups had an upset tummy in the middle of the week and she kept us updated. She sent us pictures and I'm so thankful that I know they got lots of attention. We already another trip booked using them and a 3rd will be booked soon. Thanks for loving on my babies ❤️ Amy P.

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Sitter Profile Image: Adriana H.
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Adriana H.
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$38
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
3 repeat clients
1 year of experience
Cleveland, TN, 37312

About: Surrounding myself around pets has always given me serenity and peace. I worked at a dog resort where I fed, walked, played with, cleaned up after, and even had nap time with many dogs. I have studied dog behavior and group play through lessons given by my employment at the dog resort. I can administer medication and do my absolute best at following any requirements your fur baby needs! I have a friendly mini golden doodl), a playful toy Australian Shepherd, and two sweet cats whom I love to pieces! I also work from home and have a very flexible schedule. If you choose to get your baby taken care of by me, I will treat them like my own ❤️ I work from home and have a flexible schedule so they will have all of my attention! If they want it lol. I can also work around specific times you want your dog to eat, medication administered, etc. I have a fenced yard and two dogs that love to play! I can also provide a safe room and playpen for your dog to be in whenever I’m not home if that’s what they please!

Sitter Profile Image: Maddie V.
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Maddie V.
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$55
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5.0 out of 5 stars
118 reviews
35 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Maryville, TN, 37801

Maddie took very good care of our dog Cooper. She was very attentive and made sure Cooper’s needs were met. She also sent us photos of Cooper playing with other dogs. We will use her again next time we need to board him.

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Sitter Profile Image: Brianna K.
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Brianna K.
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$30
per night
20 years of experience
Cleveland, TN, 37311

About: I have owned pets my whole life. I have owned cats and small dogs and even big dogs including Belgian Malinois in my lifetime. I will give your dogs and cats the best love and care while watching them. I am a stay at home dog mom so I have plenty of time to care for other peoples fur babies and give them the best care and love. If your pet stays in my home they will get lots of walks and lots of play time. I have a nice neighborhood for walking.

Sitter Profile Image: DeRee C.
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DeRee C.
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$40
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5.0 out of 5 stars
20 reviews
5 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Charleston, TN, 37310

I couldn’t have asked for a better place to board our dog! DeRee and her husband took great care of Apollo and sent us updates daily. On top of all that they took him in on very short notice, so we’re extremely grateful for that as well. Will use again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Autumn F.
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Autumn F.
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$30
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 year of experience
Englewood, TN, 37329

About: I have been dog sitting for almost one year now! I love taking care of your animals and helping anyone needed! I am apart of dog care charities! I am also apart of volunteering with shelters to care and love them as they wait for a new home. i’m currently moving to a new home! So I am able to care for your puppies all day needs! If there is any medication involved on schedule times, or any extra needs for your pup, it can be done! I have a fenced in back yard for us to play in! I have two friendly dogs in the house that also love meeting new puppies!

Sitter Profile Image: Regina B.
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Regina B.
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$60
per night
5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
1 repeat client
35 years of experience
Sweetwater, TN, 37874

the sweetest and so reliable and having a vet close by is an extra.

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Nicole S.
Sitter Profile Image: Robyn L.
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Robyn L.
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$100
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5.0 out of 5 stars
18 reviews
5 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Englewood, TN, 37329

Great communication and photos! Very thankful for you watching cooper and keeping him safe and feeling love!!

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Stephanie S.
Sitter Profile Image: Katelyn D.
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Katelyn D.
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$50
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5.0 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
12 repeat clients
11 years of experience
Cleveland, TN, 37323

We cannot say enough about Katelyn and how she took such excellent care of our Charlie. She treated him like he was her own baby. She sent us so many pictures so we felt great while we were away. I cannot thank her enough! Charlie definitely fell in love with her. When we came today to get him, he seemed sad to leave her. Charlie obviously had a wonderful time! We will never trust anyone to care for Charlie except Katelyn in the future. And I know Charlie will be looking forward to being with her too!! If you want to feel comfortable leaving your baby with someone while you are away I highly recommend Katelyn. She is the real deal!!! Kathleen Calabrese

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Sitter Profile Image: Kaley F.
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Kaley F.
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$40
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4.1 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
18 years of experience
Philadelphia, TN, 37846

Thanks for being so good to Sadie and keeping me updated with pictures! Will definitely book again for future trips.

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Amanda M.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Kallie was very sweet and used good judgement when exposing my old girl to her pups. Pippa was very content and happy at pickup. I would recommend Kallie to watch your pup 🐶

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Lynn B.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

Very responsive to text and keeping me updated. Very nice family that took great care of my pup. Thanks again Aric!

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Aurora T.
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5.0 out of 5 stars

WE had them care for our 2 dogs for 9 nights due to us traveling to Chicago for a medical procedure for my husband. We received text and pic updates that made us feel good about knowing that our dogs are in good care. Thank you for everything that you did to make our boys feel at ease and comfortable during their stay. Marty & Olga

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Olga P.
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As of Jun 2026, the median cost of dog boarding in Athens is $35 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $245. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Athens dog boarding rates can be found as low as $27 to as high as $44 per night.

If you’re searching for a Athens dog boarding sitter for the first time, visit the sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, 59 sitters provided dog boarding in Athens. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect sitter near you. As a reminder, dog boarding sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple sitters about your booking. Typically, 95% of Athens dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.

Dog boarding sitters with repeat customers have an average of 10 repeat clients. Experience can vary from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare sitters in Athens.

Rover makes it easy to find Athens dog boarding sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your dog into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Dog boarding is great for:

  • Dogs of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Dogs who’d love to socialize with their sitter’s pets

There are 59 dog boarding sitters in Athens on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your dog! We understand that each dog is unique and may require specific instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect dog boarding sitter near you. As a reminder, sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your dog’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your dog boarding sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your dog boarding sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your dog boarding service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.