Pet Sitting & Drop Ins in Oakwood, Knoxville, TN
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Top rated Oakwood pet sitters
“Denise was AMAZING! I mean if I could give 10+ stars…this was my first time using Rover and I came across Denise’s profile and from our meet and greet to the day she came and let out the pups-excellence across the board! She did not bat an eyelash in caring and loving on 3 old pups. I adored the fact that she took such cute pics and videos!”
“She was so great with our dogs. We have 2 big dogs who are pretty active and she handled them so well. She was super great with communication and she sent lots of pics. My dogs also seemed to really like her.”
“First time using Rover and so glad to have had Melissa! She took great care of our feisty little man while we were gone. Got consistent, great updates and pictures and we knew he would be in good hands! Thanks for your help, Melissa!”
“Melissa was so great with our Swift!! Excellent communication, spent plenty of time playing with our boy and took excellent care of him. Looking forward to booking her again!”
“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.”
“Becky was incredibly patient with our shy girl. She was very communicative and sent us daily pictures! Although our sweet tabby didn't venture out, Becky made us feel incredibly grateful we had someone looking out for our Lola. 5 of 5 stars for Becky as our 1st time cat sitter. We will definitely reach out to her again!”
“Felicia was awesome !! she took care of our sweet pup when we visit TN to attend a UT game. i was so confident in our pups care and got great updates and photos during her visits. i will 10000% hire Felicia again when we return to TN.”
“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!”
“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!!!!”
“Jessi is absolutely wonderful and took incredible care of our pack while we were away! We could tell from regular updates with adorable photos they were being well cared for and loved. It was such a relief knowing our fur babies were in such capable and caring hands. If you’re looking for someone reliable, responsible, and truly passionate about animals, Jessi is the best, and we’ll definitely be booking them again. Highly recommend!”
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.
“Abby was amazing!!! She watched out cat for 2 weeks, went above and beyond with the pictures and taken care of him like it was her own cat. She even sent pictures of the turtle she found in our yard which I loved! We will definitely keep Abby as our cat sitter. He's definitely going to miss his new friend. Thanks for keeping him happy.”
About: I’ve cared for all kinds of pets over the years. Friends, family, and even coworkers have counted on me to look after their animals when they’re away, and it’s something I genuinely love doing. Whether it’s going on walks, feeding, bathing, or just spending time with them, I always make sure they feel safe and cared for. I’m comfortable with basic training for cats and dogs, and I’ve given medications in all forms—from pills and liquids to ear and eye drops. Every pet is different, and I try to treat each one like they’re my own. While I do work full-time, I have a flexible schedule throughout the week that allows me to offer drop-in visits and walks at various times during the day. I make it a priority to build pet care into my routine, and I’m happy to coordinate timing that works best for you and your pet’s needs. When I care for pets in their own space, I prioritize consistency and comfort. I stick closely to your routines—walks, feeding, meds, crate time, or play. I keep the home tidy and respect your space as if it were my own. I’ll also keep you updated with regular check-ins, photos, and notes so you never have to wonder how your pet is doing.
“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!”
About: Family, friends, neighbors, and roommates have been relying on me to pet sit/ house sit/ baby sit for decades. I have experience with large and small breeds of dogs, cats, and other animals such as ducks, hamsters, gerbils, and tarantula! I am a part-time small business owner. My schedule is quite flexible. I am available for potty breaks and walks day or night. Multiple day house/pet sitting is also doable. I love to cuddle and talk to animals! Play! Feed! Brush! Bathe! Clip nails! Give medicine! I clean up accidents well (including hair balls, spills, pee/poo). I keep general spaces, crates, water and food bowls clean and tidy. I ask questions about caring for your pet as needed. I am happy to follow as detailed or as general of directions and steps as you see fit.
“Raven has been absolutely fabulous! She looked after our kitty Sasha while we were gone and kept us updated. She’s a great communicator and lovely woman! Highly recommend and would 100% hire again.”
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Denise D.
Star Sitter
“Denise was AMAZING! I mean if I could give 10+ stars…this was my first time using Rover and I came across Denise’s profile and from our meet and greet to the day she came and let out the pups-excellence across the board! She did not bat an eyelash in caring and loving on 3 old pups. I adored the fact that she took such cute pics and videos!”
Anna G.Star Sitter
“She was so great with our dogs. We have 2 big dogs who are pretty active and she handled them so well. She was super great with communication and she sent lots of pics. My dogs also seemed to really like her.”
Brooke S.Star Sitter
“Brooke was great! She took my pup to the dog park, sent the cutest photos, and helped him get some energy out. I will be utilizing her services again!”
Melissa H.Star Sitter
“First time using Rover and so glad to have had Melissa! She took great care of our feisty little man while we were gone. Got consistent, great updates and pictures and we knew he would be in good hands! Thanks for your help, Melissa!”
Melissa W.Star Sitter
“Melissa was so great with our Swift!! Excellent communication, spent plenty of time playing with our boy and took excellent care of him. Looking forward to booking her again!”
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.”
Becky d.Star Sitter
“Becky was incredibly patient with our shy girl. She was very communicative and sent us daily pictures! Although our sweet tabby didn't venture out, Becky made us feel incredibly grateful we had someone looking out for our Lola. 5 of 5 stars for Becky as our 1st time cat sitter. We will definitely reach out to her again!”
Felicia B.Star Sitter
“Felicia was awesome !! she took care of our sweet pup when we visit TN to attend a UT game. i was so confident in our pups care and got great updates and photos during her visits. i will 10000% hire Felicia again when we return to TN.”
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!”
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!!!!”
Jessi B.Star Sitter
“Jessi is absolutely wonderful and took incredible care of our pack while we were away! We could tell from regular updates with adorable photos they were being well cared for and loved. It was such a relief knowing our fur babies were in such capable and caring hands. If you’re looking for someone reliable, responsible, and truly passionate about animals, Jessi is the best, and we’ll definitely be booking them again. Highly recommend!”
Jessica U.
“Jessica has looked after my cat multiple times in the last few years. She has always gone above and beyond to make sure that their needs are met and they get quality time with her. When I was away she would regularly send me videos of them playing and pictures of them cuddling on the couch. She was more than willing to accommodate her schedule as well to ensure that my cat was not left alone for extensive periods of time. I never once felt uneasy or nervous leaving because Jessica was the best pet sitter and always attentive. I cannot recommend her enough, she will always be top on my list of people to call when I am going out of town.”
Katherine P.
“Katherine is very attentive to my sensitive, spunky pup and very communicative!”
Abby W.
“Abby was amazing!!! She watched out cat for 2 weeks, went above and beyond with the pictures and taken care of him like it was her own cat. She even sent pictures of the turtle she found in our yard which I loved! We will definitely keep Abby as our cat sitter. He's definitely going to miss his new friend. Thanks for keeping him happy.”
Summer S.
“Summer is the best animal sitter EVER! She has helped take care of my zoo more times than I can count, and I never worry about my animals when she is watching over them. She is truly just as good & loving with my 75lb rambunctious dog as she is with my silly food thief of a cat. Summer is organized, attentive, and provides plenty of updates; I would not hesitate to let her care for my pets anytime :)”
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!”
Katie M.
“Hello I am writing to let you know that Katie is a special loving and caring person who loves animals. She rescued her own cat that was found on the side of the road. Growing up she had two Labrador pet puppies that she loved and helped take care of for 14 years! I would recommend her for your pets too!”
Angela B.
“Thanks so much for your help”
Raven C.
“Raven has been absolutely fabulous! She looked after our kitty Sasha while we were gone and kept us updated. She’s a great communicator and lovely woman! Highly recommend and would 100% hire again.”
Chelcie B.Star Sitter
“Chelcie is amazing! She is so good with our kitties and dog and they love her! She always make sure they are well loved and we love the pics she sends!”
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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Oakwood on Rover as of Aug 2025 was about $18 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, pet sitters on Rover 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 Oakwood.
Rover makes it easy to find Oakwood 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.
Note: If your pet 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 pet 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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