Pet Sitting & Drop Ins In South Knoxville, TN
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“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.”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Summer did an excellent job caring for my cat, Bryce. She was punctual, followed all instructions perfectly, and sent thoughtful updates with photos after each visit. I could tell Bryce felt comfortable and well cared for, and my place was left neat and tidy. Her communication was quick and friendly throughout. I’d happily book Summer again and recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter”
“Our cat, Dogwood, is our whole world, so we’re a bit particular about who watches him. We feel completely at ease when Gretchen takes care of Dogwood. She sends plenty of cute pictures of him, plays with him, and clearly loves him like we do! You can trust Gretchen to go above and beyond when taking care of your pet.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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. ☺️”
“Felicia is communicative, thorough, and all around wonderful! She took lots of great photos and gave us details about our pups' activities while she was there. Highly recommend!”
“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!!!!”
About: I have been a foster dog parent in the past and a volunteer at Young Williams. I have experience with all kinds of different dogs! I am a part-time babysitter (of human babies), which means I am home a lot of the time and therefore have time to love on your (fur) babies. I do as much as I can to accommodate and make your dog comfortable. I do have senior-ish dogs of my own, so it is important to me that our pets get along. Chill dogs will work best for my environment. I typically will require a meet and greet between our dogs before I board!
“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!”
“I came home to a cat who was not super stir crazy! Taylor took care of everything I needed and gave Valentine lots of playtime and attention. Thank you, Taylor!”
About: I’ve been a life-long pet owner, caring for dogs, horses, cats, and even chickens! I have experience working with all kinds of dogs, from nervous rescues to seniors who need a bit more attention. I work part time at a dog grooming salon. I try to pick up jobs between part time hours or collage classes during the school year. I’m only strictly unavailable between 10 pm and 6 am. I am more than happy to adhere to any accommodations or requests from my clients for any service! I highly value respecting the client’s pet and property.
About: I am a veterinary student at UTCVM. I got my first dog at the age of 10, so I have been actively caring for pets for more than half of my life. I have worked with dogs and cats in a clinic setting the last 4 years. I have actively pet sat since I was 12 for local people in my neighborhood. I love puppies and I have a lot of experience caring for geriatric patients who need that extra care at home! I am currently in the middle of vet school so I am busy mostly during the week, but I am available on weekends! I am also available on Fridays usually and I am willing to work with you to see if your pet needs any additional care or time! During winter, summer and other week long breaks I am 100% available! I can easily crate your dog if needed and make sure that they have everything they need while their owner is away. It’s important to make sure both the environment and the animal is safe when no one is around and to make the area as pet friendly as possible.
About: I am a 2nd year veterinary student passionate about helping owners meet their pet’s fitness, socialization, and care needs! I have helped friends all throughout school with their pets, volunteered countless hours at animal shelters, and spent time working in vet-med. I am in veterinary school, so I’m pretty busy but I would love to use my free time helping your pets! Mostly weekend drop-in availability, but depending on my weekly schedule (as it is different every week), I may be able to make some weekly visits with your pets! I walk my own dog twice a day and believe fitness and stimulation are very important for all pets. I also run, if that is something your dog enjoys and is good on a leash. I’d love to come visit your pets to play, walk, run, fetch, and clean to help you navigate your busy schedule while loving your pets. If you have a senior dog or cat that just needs some company, I’d give them love and attention and spend time with them while I study for school (I have done this for people in the past, a win-win for both of us!).
About: We have been dog parents for the past 6 years to our corgi Aspen, our terrier/collie mix Abby, and our blue heeler mix Kairi. We have experience managing pet medications, and have trained all of our pups on leash walking, sit, lay down, and other special tricks (go to your bed, shake, roll over). Leah currently works part time and creates her own work schedule, and Keoni is a nurse who works up to 3 days a week. We have plenty of time to care for your pet throughout the week! We have a newly fenced yard, perfect for playtime with the pups. We are able to provide care in your home as well. We will walk, play with, feed, and follow all care instructions in order to provide the best care to your fur child
“Caroline did a wonderful job taking care of our cats! She was super friendly, communicative, and send lots of pictures while we were away. We would definitely have her watch our kitties again.”
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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.”
Summer S.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Summer did an excellent job caring for my cat, Bryce. She was punctual, followed all instructions perfectly, and sent thoughtful updates with photos after each visit. I could tell Bryce felt comfortable and well cared for, and my place was left neat and tidy. Her communication was quick and friendly throughout. I’d happily book Summer again and recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable, caring sitter”
Brooke S.Star Sitter
“Brooke did great with my baby boy! She kept me updated and sent me plenty of pictures during her visits. I will definitely be scheduling with her again!”
Gretchen H.
“Our cat, Dogwood, is our whole world, so we’re a bit particular about who watches him. We feel completely at ease when Gretchen takes care of Dogwood. She sends plenty of cute pictures of him, plays with him, and clearly loves him like we do! You can trust Gretchen to go above and beyond when taking care of your pet.”
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.”
Katherine P.
“Katherine is very attentive to my sensitive, spunky pup and very communicative!”
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.”
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. ☺️”
Felicia B.Star Sitter
“Felicia is communicative, thorough, and all around wonderful! She took lots of great photos and gave us details about our pups' activities while she was there. Highly recommend!”
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!!!!”
Erin C.
“Erin is an extraordinarily loving and patient person, especially when it comes to animals. From fostering (and foster-failing) senior dogs to taking in a medically fragile dog, she has experience caring for dogs in all stages of life. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your pets as you would, Erin should be your go-to!”
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!”
Taylor P.Star Sitter
“I came home to a cat who was not super stir crazy! Taylor took care of everything I needed and gave Valentine lots of playtime and attention. Thank you, Taylor!”
Ella S.
“Ella is an exceptional dog walker who brings a wealth of experience and a genuine love for animals to her services. With 5 months of walking dogs on the Wag app, she has developed a keen understanding of canine behavior and care. Her part-time job at a dog groomer further enhances her knowledge, making her an even more capable caregiver. As a full-time student at the University of Tennessee, Ella demonstrates remarkable time management skills, ensuring she is always reliable and punctual. Her dedication to her own horse is a testament to her commitment to animal welfare. In my experience, Ella has been outstanding—always on time, communicative, and attentive to our dog's needs. Our pet adores her, and I trust her completely. I highly recommend Ella to anyone seeking a top-notch dog walker on Rover.”
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!”
Kaylin A.
“took great care of our girl & sent perfect, detailed updates! thanks again”
Leanne S.
“Leanne has been our pet sitter for over 14 years. She has been responsible and reliable with dealing with our anxious dog . Leanne always communicated with us so we always knew how our pets were doing. Currently, she is in her second year of veterinary school so we feel so confident with her abilities to take care of our pets. We never worry about our pets when Leanne takes care of them. Leanne is compassionate about caring for all animals. Highly recommend!”
Natalie S.
“I can’t recommend Natalie enough as a pet sitter! She is one of the most responsible, caring, and trustworthy people I know—someone who truly treats animals like family. Whether it’s dogs, cats, or any other pet, Natalie has a natural way of making them feel comfortable and safe. She’s reliable and attentive to details, whether that’s sticking to a feeding schedule, giving medications, or making sure pets get the exercise and playtime they need. I’ve seen firsthand how patient and gentle they are, and how quickly animals warm up to them. You can count on Natalie not just to keep pets safe, but also to give them lots of love and attention while you’re away. If you’re looking for someone you can fully trust with your furry family members, Natalie is absolutely the right choice.”
Leah & Keoni L.
“Leah was the absolute best! I’ve had quite a few sitters as I’ve moved a ton. Leah was super attentive, caring, easy to communicate with the entire week. I was going through a family crisis and she handled ALL of my cats neediness. She sent me the sweetest pictures to ensure everything at home was as it should be, a happy kitty, and a clean litter. So sad she moved from OR, but I know who ever she cares for next is one lucky fur bebe. Also her doggo family is just the absolute sweetest group.”
Caroline M.
“Caroline did a wonderful job taking care of our cats! She was super friendly, communicative, and send lots of pictures while we were away. We would definitely have her watch our kitties again.”
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Frequently asked questions about Rover
Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in South Knoxville 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, 85% of South Knoxville pet sitters respond in under an hour.
Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 3 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in South Knoxville.
Rover makes it easy to find South Knoxville 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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