Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Fort Sanders, Knoxville, TN
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“Anna was amazing! I got consistent updates from her and she was super flexible when there were problems with my apartment, taking my dog to her house so that she would be provided for! Cannot recommend her enough!”
“Zo takes phenomenal care of my dog and I trust him 100% with his care. My dog loves to see Zo walk through the door and Zo displays uncommon kindness and generosity to make sure my dog is happy and healthy.”
“Extremely happy with Brooke! She took care of my babies like they were her own and I didn’t have to worry once about them. This was my first time leaving my animals with someone who wasn’t family and now I can’t wait to have Brooke watch them in the future as well :)”
“Avonlea was a wonderful choice for a check in visit! She had great communication and generally felt very trustworthy. I’d definitely use her again & will recommend her to my friends!”
“Allison was amazing! We’ve had some crazy pet sitter experiences and she eased my mind so much. Our cat looked so happy in all his photo’s and she gave him lots of love at every visit. Will absolutely be booking with her every time we go out of town! 10/10.”
“If I could give Jasmin 10 stars, I would, but Rover only allows five! She took the time to do a meet and greet with me and my 8-week old puppy. Jasmin is ALWAYS on time which is important to me because we are potty training. She provides recaps with photos and a note. She also came to my rescue on very short notice. I will use Jasmin’s services for as long as I can. ☺️”
“Elana was our first experience using Rover and won’t be our last. She was incredibly responsive and took excellent care of our 10mo Great Dane. She sent us daily updates and spent some extra time giving our boy some love. I highly recommend her and will be sure to seek her out next time we go away, our pup was super happy when we came home and you could tell he wasn’t stressed a bit. Huge relief for us because this was the first time we left him. Thanks Elana!!!!”
“I was hesitant on letting a complete stranger in my home but as soon as I met Felicia, my concern was gone as she was super sweet and extremely personable. I can’t say enough how appreciative I am to Felicia for her willingness to accept my last minute request over the 4th of July holiday weekend. She was absolutely amazing and will 100% be using Felicia again!”
“Skylar has such a get energy and it’s obvious that she loves animals! She did a great job with my dog Beau and even gave him some extra cuddle time which I know he loved! Thank you Skylar!”
“Elaina was very thoughtful and reliable in her care of our two older female dogs. She was highly communicative leading up to our trip and was willing to do an in-person meet and greet beforehand which made everyone more comfortable. She was consistent in her arrival times and respected our home, keeping it clean and tidy for our arrival. We SO appreciate her care during our time out of town! We highly recommend her services.”
About: I am a current veterinary student at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, where I am pursuing companion animal medicine. I have spent the past 2 years working in a vet clinic, where a majority of my experience has been working with cats and dogs of all ages and sizes. I am new to Rover, but I have 10+ years of experience pet sitting and taking care of others’ fur babies! I am a full time veterinary student, typically at school 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday. I can offer drop in visits a couple of times during weekdays, but I am available to spend more time with your pets on the weekends. I am unable to care for pets in my home, but I am more than happy to commute to take care of your pet(s) at your home. I strive to make your pet(s) feel loved and comfortable while you’re gone by playing and loving on them, taking them for walks, administering medications if needed, etc.
“Mya is amazing!! Took such great care of our dog- even got her to eat her food (she sometimes refuses to eat when we leave), updated us with pics, watered our plants, brought our packages in, just all around awesome! Your pets will be in great hands. Will be recommending her to our friends and using her any time we go out of town!”
About: Being a pet-sitter isn't just a way for me to make money. It's a way of life that aligns with who I am. I've always felt most at peace around animals. Growing up with pets they were more than just companions. They were part of the family. So the idea that I can combine that love for animals with something I do for work is truly fulfilling. I spent 10 beautiful, years with my partner in crime, a Great Dane named Padmé. Being a bigger dog, I feel confident handling dogs of all sizes and temperaments. Other than volunteering at the Young-Williams Animal Shelter where I've been trained in canine handling, this is my primary job. I am currently available Monday through Sunday starting as early as 6am until 8 pm. I am flexible and can work within your schedule. I provide a calm and quiet introduction to allow your pet to become acclimated to my presence. On walks, I allow pups ample time to sniff and explore their environment on the walk.
About: Ever since I was born we have had a dog in the house, I have also been pet sitting for neighbors and friends since I was probably 10. Moving to Knoxville for school, I had to leave both of my puppies at home and miss them so much everyday! I did a lot of pet sitting my senior year of high school and found it a good way for me to make money. I had a job at a doggy daycare in town but unfortunately my schedule this year would not allow for the time! I am an active person but definitely enjoy it a lot more with a furry friend to walk with whether that’s at the park or just in a neighborhood! I am currently a 3rd year student at UTK studying nursing, and will be here for the next few years taking classes and hopefully eventually working at UT med, I would love to help out as my schedule allows! I have a lot of knowledge about dogs since i spend a lot of time around them and just enjoy making a dogs life better! I am a student with my classes currently 1 day a week, over the summer, in the fall I will have 3 days of classes per week. If my schedule allows I would LOVE to help out! Please always reach out with any questions! I can pretty much do anything with an explanation, once I get a feel for the home and the dog it will be easier but I constantly try to love and spoil them because I know that’s the best part of their day! Wanting to be a nurse I just love to care for others which is why I enjoy taking care of dogs and just giving them the best life possible. I have a truck as well so very reliable transportation however they’re safety is my top priority and making sure they don’t feel uncomfortable especially in their own home.
About: I started taking care of pets in high school, and I'll be senior this fall in college. I mainly have been someone trusted to stay at the client's home and take of their respected pets and home. I have watched big dogs, older dogs, one cat, a bunny, and a puppy. Also, I have been a designated dog walker for a couple families. I will be a senior at the University of Tennessee this fall, and my class schedule consists of Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:45-5:20. I will have a break from 2:10-4:05. Also, I live close to campus so I'm able to walk to classes, and will be able to go home during that break! My apartment doesn't have a fenced in yard, but I am willing to drive to a local dog park and let the dog run around! I only have school, so I will give full attention to the pet. My roommates also love dogs. I'm very experienced with watching pets at the owner's home because they have been family or friends of family. Also, I make sure I keep the house tidy and clean like it was when I stepped into the home.
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Anna G.Star Sitter
“Anna was amazing! I got consistent updates from her and she was super flexible when there were problems with my apartment, taking my dog to her house so that she would be provided for! Cannot recommend her enough!”
Zo M.
“Zo takes phenomenal care of my dog and I trust him 100% with his care. My dog loves to see Zo walk through the door and Zo displays uncommon kindness and generosity to make sure my dog is happy and healthy.”
Brooke S.Star Sitter
“Extremely happy with Brooke! She took care of my babies like they were her own and I didn’t have to worry once about them. This was my first time leaving my animals with someone who wasn’t family and now I can’t wait to have Brooke watch them in the future as well :)”
Avonlea K.Star Sitter
“Avonlea was a wonderful choice for a check in visit! She had great communication and generally felt very trustworthy. I’d definitely use her again & will recommend her to my friends!”
Allison M.Star Sitter
“Allison was amazing! We’ve had some crazy pet sitter experiences and she eased my mind so much. Our cat looked so happy in all his photo’s and she gave him lots of love at every visit. Will absolutely be booking with her every time we go out of town! 10/10.”
Jasmin R.
“If I could give Jasmin 10 stars, I would, but Rover only allows five! She took the time to do a meet and greet with me and my 8-week old puppy. Jasmin is ALWAYS on time which is important to me because we are potty training. She provides recaps with photos and a note. She also came to my rescue on very short notice. I will use Jasmin’s services for as long as I can. ☺️”
Elana D.
“Elana was our first experience using Rover and won’t be our last. She was incredibly responsive and took excellent care of our 10mo Great Dane. She sent us daily updates and spent some extra time giving our boy some love. I highly recommend her and will be sure to seek her out next time we go away, our pup was super happy when we came home and you could tell he wasn’t stressed a bit. Huge relief for us because this was the first time we left him. Thanks Elana!!!!”
Felicia B.Star Sitter
“I was hesitant on letting a complete stranger in my home but as soon as I met Felicia, my concern was gone as she was super sweet and extremely personable. I can’t say enough how appreciative I am to Felicia for her willingness to accept my last minute request over the 4th of July holiday weekend. She was absolutely amazing and will 100% be using Felicia again!”
Skylar P.
“Skylar has such a get energy and it’s obvious that she loves animals! She did a great job with my dog Beau and even gave him some extra cuddle time which I know he loved! Thank you Skylar!”
Thomas P.Star Sitter
“Thomas handles my senior dog very well. Glad we found him!”
Elaina R.Star Sitter
“Elaina was very thoughtful and reliable in her care of our two older female dogs. She was highly communicative leading up to our trip and was willing to do an in-person meet and greet beforehand which made everyone more comfortable. She was consistent in her arrival times and respected our home, keeping it clean and tidy for our arrival. We SO appreciate her care during our time out of town! We highly recommend her services.”
Jessica U.
“Jessica has taken care of our 2 cats multiple times. She is trustworthy and easy to communicate with. She has also cared for our pets professionally as a vet tech and knows how to handle different temperaments of animals. I recommend Jessica as a responsible and caring sitter.”
Mya D.
“Mya is amazing!! Took such great care of our dog- even got her to eat her food (she sometimes refuses to eat when we leave), updated us with pics, watered our plants, brought our packages in, just all around awesome! Your pets will be in great hands. Will be recommending her to our friends and using her any time we go out of town!”
Ruth Ann T.
“Ruth Ann was great. I will definitely ask for her to watch our cat again”
Katherine P.
“Very prompt with our arranged times and updated us with great pictures of the dogs! Attentive and sweet. Definitely will ask Katherine more in the future!”
Katherine P.
“Katherine is very patient and loving to all animals. She has been a pet owner and an animal lover for as long as I have known her.”
Addie W.
“Fantastic! Really helped me out and sent great pics of Caspian :)”
Lucy S.
“Excellent care. Prompt communication. Took great care of my Niccolo!”
Caroline D.
“Caroline is the ultimate dog lover. She has been taking care of dogs since she was old enough to walk. She has experience with all sizes of breed, old and young. She can even performing light grooming work. I would trust her to stay and care for all ages and temperaments. She also has experience with special needs animals. Book her today!”
Reagan F.
“Reagan has always been so good with our pets. She has a sincere love for all animals, especially dogs. And you know what? They love her, too. She is very attentive, taking them out on time and making sure they are fed with plenty of water.”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Fort Sanders on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.
Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 92% of Fort Sanders pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing pet sitters available in Fort Sanders.
Rover makes it easy to find Fort Sanders pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:
- Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
- Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
- Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets
Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet 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.
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