Dog Boarding in Knoxville, IA
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“I seriously cannot recommend her enough! I was absolutely amazed by how well my dog adapted to her and loved her!! She is so sweet and an amazing person all around! Book her now!”
“Carmen was great. She's a very sweet and caring person. She has a beautiful place out in the country. And I needed a place for my pomeranian to stay at the last minute for a long weekend and she was willing to take him.”
“She was very accommodating and great communication. We had just one of our pups with her and If we are ever back in the area we would feel very comfortable leaving our pups with her. Great yard and relaxed area. If you are looking for a person in this area you will not be disappointed.”
“We had a great experience boarding our dogs with JoAnne! Your dogs will feel right at home. She is a true dog lover. She kept in touch with lots of updates and pictures. Very satisfied with our boarding experience.”
“Haley was warm, patient, attentive and responsible when she took care of our dogs. That she had a Golden Retriever puppy made my dogs love her even more. I wouldn't hesitate to have her care for our dogs again.”
“Amber made us feel very comfortable with leaving our dog. She sent us videos and pictures daily with updates to let us know he was doing well. It was evident. If needed, we will definitely book with her again in the future.”
“Sadie loved her stay, with Kim and her family! Kim does a great job of updating you daily, and also sends pics daily, as well! They took great care of our fur baby, and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dog sitter! 🙂”
“Crystal is amazing and I highly recommend her. She was great with Kinnick! She sent texts and pictures to keep me informed. She was flexible with drop off and pick up times. Kinnick seemed very happy when I picked him up. I would use Crystal again!!”
“Highly recommend Nancy!! She ensured both pups had so much fun and did the things they enjoyed the most. Jack and Finn made 2 new friends that were so welcoming as well. Nancy was the perfect match for our pups and she will be for yours too!!”
“MacKenzie was amazing to work with! She was so kind and was very responsive! She was also very flexible with drop off and pick up. I was visiting the area and TWO sitters cancelled (one cancelled the week before and the second cancelled the morning of scheduled drop off). MacKenzie (I am not sure why she didn't come up on my initial search) was so amazing in this stressful time and with our last minute request. During Moose's stay, she sent pictures and kept me updates on how he was doing. That communication was so comforting and appreciated. I definitely recommend MacKenzie!”
“Alicia was responsive and took great care of Harry while we were away. He came home happy and tired, which is a nice combo. :) It was nice to know he was in a house with other pets and kiddos to play with.”
About: I have been a pet lover for many years! I enjoy helping out, taking them for walks benefits both of us! Emotional care and play are just as important. I currently work full time from home. I enjoy sitting outside and working in the garden, incorporating play time into our outdoor time is always a must. I have a large unfenced yard, with 3 fur friends of my own to play and show boundaries! I am good at implementing rules or training goals you have for your pet!
About: I've always had pets growing up. I currently have 2 dogs of my own, one female and one male. The female is 40 lbs and the male is 10lbs. I currently work a full time job so I'm only available on nights and boarding on weekends. But I'm usually always home when I'm not working. I have outdoor tie ups so your dogs can still get exercise. I will be fencing in part of the yard eventually. The 2 dogs I have are high energy and will play with any animal. I do have crates if they need to be crated.
“Aly was amazing with my 1 year old dog. It was the first time I left him with a sitter and traveled since getting him and I felt so comfortable during my trip knowing he was safe and happy. He was very active, going on walks and playing and he had so much fun with her dog. She kept me updated with pics and it looked like he was having the time of his life! He came back to me exhausted and happy, I couldn’t ask for a smoother experience with a dog sitter. I highly recommend Aly to anyone considering booking her!”
About: We have been pet sitting for friends and colleagues for 2 years so thought why not join Rover and do more! Our clients love my family and we love their pets so it makes perfect sense. I have 4 kids, a small dog and two cats and my small pets just hide if a visiting pet is too much for them otherwise they don't get bothered or bother anyone else, human or pet! I work from home and I have 4 kids who love cats and dogs and love to help out with the dogs that we already provide services for. We are trusted with hideaway keys to homes to let dogs out and we run them in fenced in yards to burn energy. Then we make sure they have food and water and kennel them if applicable before we leave. In our house, visiting pets are watched over by all members of the family. Sometimes we buy them their own special toy to play with. We make sure they eat and get any meds they might need.
“My dog warmed up to Autumn right away, and Autumn excitedly welcomed her into her home. She took her on long walks even when the weather was not very nice. She kept in contact with me throughout the day to keep me posted on how my dog was doing. They became good buddies.”
“Ali was so great with our dog! She was flexible and easy to work with and made sure she knew a lot about our dog’s routines before our trip. We loved knowing he was being well taken care of while we were gone! We would highly recommend her and plan to check with her again the next time we’re gone! You and your pets will love her too!”
“Our 2 year old border collie had a great time with Megan! He is very energetic and gets nervous but she was patient with him and took great care of him for three days. We have already booked her for our next time away from home and look forward to working with Megan in the future.”
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Patricia T.Star Sitter
“I seriously cannot recommend her enough! I was absolutely amazed by how well my dog adapted to her and loved her!! She is so sweet and an amazing person all around! Book her now!”
Carmen M.
“Carmen was great. She's a very sweet and caring person. She has a beautiful place out in the country. And I needed a place for my pomeranian to stay at the last minute for a long weekend and she was willing to take him.”
Ashley W.Star Sitter
“She was very accommodating and great communication. We had just one of our pups with her and If we are ever back in the area we would feel very comfortable leaving our pups with her. Great yard and relaxed area. If you are looking for a person in this area you will not be disappointed.”
Joanne C.
“We had a great experience boarding our dogs with JoAnne! Your dogs will feel right at home. She is a true dog lover. She kept in touch with lots of updates and pictures. Very satisfied with our boarding experience.”
Haley V.
“Haley was warm, patient, attentive and responsible when she took care of our dogs. That she had a Golden Retriever puppy made my dogs love her even more. I wouldn't hesitate to have her care for our dogs again.”
Amber J.
“Amber made us feel very comfortable with leaving our dog. She sent us videos and pictures daily with updates to let us know he was doing well. It was evident. If needed, we will definitely book with her again in the future.”
Kim S.Star Sitter
“Sadie loved her stay, with Kim and her family! Kim does a great job of updating you daily, and also sends pics daily, as well! They took great care of our fur baby, and would highly recommend her to anyone in need of a dog sitter! 🙂”
Crystal S.
“Crystal is amazing and I highly recommend her. She was great with Kinnick! She sent texts and pictures to keep me informed. She was flexible with drop off and pick up times. Kinnick seemed very happy when I picked him up. I would use Crystal again!!”
Julianna T.
“Julianna is a great dog sitter. She communicated with me about Blu almost everyday. I recommend.”
Nancy F.
“Highly recommend Nancy!! She ensured both pups had so much fun and did the things they enjoyed the most. Jack and Finn made 2 new friends that were so welcoming as well. Nancy was the perfect match for our pups and she will be for yours too!!”
MacKenzie B.
“MacKenzie was amazing to work with! She was so kind and was very responsive! She was also very flexible with drop off and pick up. I was visiting the area and TWO sitters cancelled (one cancelled the week before and the second cancelled the morning of scheduled drop off). MacKenzie (I am not sure why she didn't come up on my initial search) was so amazing in this stressful time and with our last minute request. During Moose's stay, she sent pictures and kept me updates on how he was doing. That communication was so comforting and appreciated. I definitely recommend MacKenzie!”
Jessica A.
“Jessica was amazing with our Golden! She was also willing to bring our dog to our wedding venue nearby so we could get some pictures with him. Highly recommend her!”
Alicia K.
“Alicia was responsive and took great care of Harry while we were away. He came home happy and tired, which is a nice combo. :) It was nice to know he was in a house with other pets and kiddos to play with.”
hannah s.
“Hannah is always great with my Lab Bailey. She is willing to help when I’m out of town; feeding or letting out. Bailey looks forward to play dates with her pups and enjoys going over there where it’s welcoming and fun!”
Braydon R.
About: I've always had pets growing up. I currently have 2 dogs of my own, one female and one male. The female is 40 lbs and the male is 10lbs. I currently work a full time job so I'm only available on nights and boarding on weekends. But I'm usually always home when I'm not working. I have outdoor tie ups so your dogs can still get exercise. I will be fencing in part of the yard eventually. The 2 dogs I have are high energy and will play with any animal. I do have crates if they need to be crated.
Aly D.
“Aly was amazing with my 1 year old dog. It was the first time I left him with a sitter and traveled since getting him and I felt so comfortable during my trip knowing he was safe and happy. He was very active, going on walks and playing and he had so much fun with her dog. She kept me updated with pics and it looked like he was having the time of his life! He came back to me exhausted and happy, I couldn’t ask for a smoother experience with a dog sitter. I highly recommend Aly to anyone considering booking her!”
Aly B.
About: We have been pet sitting for friends and colleagues for 2 years so thought why not join Rover and do more! Our clients love my family and we love their pets so it makes perfect sense. I have 4 kids, a small dog and two cats and my small pets just hide if a visiting pet is too much for them otherwise they don't get bothered or bother anyone else, human or pet! I work from home and I have 4 kids who love cats and dogs and love to help out with the dogs that we already provide services for. We are trusted with hideaway keys to homes to let dogs out and we run them in fenced in yards to burn energy. Then we make sure they have food and water and kennel them if applicable before we leave. In our house, visiting pets are watched over by all members of the family. Sometimes we buy them their own special toy to play with. We make sure they eat and get any meds they might need.
Autumn B.
“My dog warmed up to Autumn right away, and Autumn excitedly welcomed her into her home. She took her on long walks even when the weather was not very nice. She kept in contact with me throughout the day to keep me posted on how my dog was doing. They became good buddies.”
Ali L.
“Ali was so great with our dog! She was flexible and easy to work with and made sure she knew a lot about our dog’s routines before our trip. We loved knowing he was being well taken care of while we were gone! We would highly recommend her and plan to check with her again the next time we’re gone! You and your pets will love her too!”
Megan A.
“Our 2 year old border collie had a great time with Megan! He is very energetic and gets nervous but she was patient with him and took great care of him for three days. We have already booked her for our next time away from home and look forward to working with Megan in the future.”
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As of Aug 2025, the median cost of dog boarding in Knoxville is $34 per night, including service fees. Boarding your dog for one week typically costs $238. Sitters on Rover set their own rates based on their qualifications, your dog's needs, and their space's amenities. As a result, most Knoxville dog boarding rates can be found as low as $20 to as high as $37 per night.
As of Aug 2025, 20 sitters provided dog boarding in Knoxville. 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, 91% of Knoxville dog boarding sitters respond in under an hour.
Experience can vary widely from sitter to sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when comparing sitters available in Knoxville.
Rover makes it easy to find Knoxville 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 20 dog boarding sitters in Knoxville 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.
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