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Larisa z.

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Larisa z.

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Knoxville, TN

Contact for Boarding

from $35 per night

Highlights

Enhanced background check
25 years of experience
Home full time

Pet care experience

20+ yrs loving dogs of every bree

With over 20 years of experience caring for dogs of all breeds, sizes, and temperaments, I bring calm confidence and genuine love to every stay. I also have hands-on training experience with several breeds — basic obedience, leash manners, and good house behavior, from spirited puppies to strong, high-energy dogs. I adapt to each dog's needs: daily walks, playtime, feeding routines, medications, and senior care with slower paces and special diets. Your dog will feel safe, understood, and truly at home with me.

Cat care experience

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All animals welcome

Larisa also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
25 years of experience

Ratings and reviews

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Jeff T.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Boarding • Sep 26, 2026

My dogs were tired and happy. She was very responsive and sent lots of pics and updates so I knew they were well. Would definitely rebook again.

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Nelly M.
Sep 26, 2026

From the start, Larisa was reliable, communicative, and warm with our pup. We loved getting daily updates and photos while we were away, and we came home to a happy, relaxed dog. It is such a relief to find someone you can trust implicitly. We will definitely be booking with Larisa again!"

Larissa W.
Sep 16, 2026

Larisa has an obvious love for animals that shows in how she cares for them. She was sweet and took good care of our two dogs. They love her as much as she loves them.

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Schedule

I work from home, so pet care fits naturally into my daily routine. I love long walks — your dog will get plenty of them — and I practice yoga daily, which keeps me calm, patient, and present. I'm here for morning outings, midday breaks, and evening wind-downs, with consistent attention, timely meals, and lots of companionship in between.

Where your pet will stay

Home characteristics

Lives in a house
Has an unfenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has no pets
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Safety, trust & environment

In my home, your dog becomes part of the family. I work from home, so there's always company, regular walks, playtime, and a cozy spot to rest. I follow your pet's routine closely — feeding, medications, and house rules — so they feel right at home. In your home, I offer drop-in visits and dog walking: fresh food and water, potty breaks, long walks, playtime, and lots of affection, plus tidy-up and photo updates so you always know how they're doing.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
Larisa can host up to 3 pets per night
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.