Drop-in Pet Visits in Knoxville, Tennessee

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8+ verified sitters
5.0

Home visits in Knoxville

8
Active sitters
$30
Typical price
per visit
5.00
Average rating
9
Verified reviews
2
Active this week
2
Available this week

Sittsy data in Knoxville · June 2026

How quickly Knoxville responds

Response and offer times across the Sittsy network.

How fast sitters reply

Median ~5 min · 81% reply within 1 hour

Under 5 min
46%
5–15 min
19%
15–60 min
16%
1–4 hours
9%
4–24 hours
7%
More than 24 hours
4%

When you post a request

~40 min
To the first offer
half of all requests
2.1
Offers per request
on average
52%
Get an offer
from a sitter

Price in Knoxville

Indicative price

Final price the owner pays (includes Sittsy Protection)

$30/visit
typical price
from $15to $55
No surprises: the price you see is the price you pay. It includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee (24/7 cover and support; not an insurance policy).

Estimate your booking price

Estimate for a typical booking — final price for the owner

visits4 visits
120
≈ $120
$30/visit (typical price) × 4 visits
Depending on the sitter, between $60 and $220

The price depends on the sitter, your pet’s size and the dates. Based on the typical price in Knoxville; each sitter sets their own rate. Includes the service fee and the Sittsy guarantee.

Who they accept

% of sitters for this service in Knoxville

Cats
25%
Small dogs
25%
Medium dogs
25%
Large dogs
25%
Other pets
0%

Why Sittsy gives you peace of mind

Does your pet get nervous when you're away? Cats get stressed when they leave home: with Sittsy your cat stays in its own territory, with its scents and routine, and you verify every visit.

Verified visits: photo, time and location

On every visit the sitter sends photos in the moment, with their time and GPS location. Photos from another day don't count: you know the visit really happened.

Care schedule and max time alone

You set your pet's routine and how long it can stay alone; the sitter sees it and Sittsy helps make sure it's respected. Designed for pets with separation anxiety.

You see the sitter's other pets

On their profile and calendar you see which other pets they have or host on those days. When you book we tell you if your pet will overlap with others, so you can confirm they're a good fit.

Knoxville for dogs, in numbers

The city's green spaces and sitter network, in figures.

5
Dog areas
spaces for dogs (OSM)
8
Active sitters
39
Dog-Friendly Index
out of 100

Knoxville's dog map: parks, vets and sitters nearby

5 dog areas and Knoxville's veterinary clinics, on the map (OpenStreetMap data). 40% of Sittsy sitters live within 2 km of a dog area. Tap any point for details.

Dog area (with number of sitters within <2 km)Veterinary clinic

Parks: OpenStreetMap. Nearby sitters: Sittsy data. Clinic locations approximate; confirm address and hours on their website.

Weather and caring for your dog in Knoxville

A rainy fortnight in Knoxville: 5 of 14 days with precipitation. Keep a towel and raincoat handy. Indoor cats notice it less, but it’s worth keeping the house cool and leaving fresh water out during visits. 14-day forecast (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Toughest day: Sat 19 Sep, 93 °F. Walk only first thing and at dusk; completely avoid the middle of the day (12–7 pm). Check the asphalt with the back of your hand: if you can't hold it for 5 seconds, it burns their pads. Always fresh water, and watch brachycephalic breeds, puppies and older dogs.

Sat 19
93°
70°
Very hot
Sun 20
93°
70°
Rain
Mon 21
93°
70°
Rain
Tue 22
86°
66°
Rain
Wed 23
82°
66°
Rain
Thu 24
82°
64°
Ideal
Fri 25
79°
57°
Ideal
Sat 26
77°
59°
Ideal
Sun 27
79°
57°
Ideal
Mon 28
79°
57°
Ideal
Tue 29
70°
61°
Rain
Wed 30
75°
55°
Ideal
Thu 1
79°
57°
Ideal
Fri 2
75°
57°
Ideal

Rain

Shorter walks and a raincoat if your dog tolerates it. Dry paws and coat well on return to avoid colds and fungus.

Very hot

Walk only first thing and at dusk; completely avoid the middle of the day (12–7 pm). Check the asphalt with the back of your hand: if you can't hold it for 5 seconds, it burns their pads. Always fresh water, and watch brachycephalic breeds, puppies and older dogs.

Ideal

A perfect day for dogs: make the most of it with a long walk, play at the park or some socializing.

Air quality and walks in Knoxville

Air quality is getting worse these days in Knoxville: it reaches “poor” (index 67). Ozone rises with summer heat and is worst in the afternoon, so the air gets worse just when the sun is strongest. European air quality index (Open-Meteo); updated daily.

Sat 19
62
Poor
O₃ 124
Sun 20
63
Poor
O₃ 125
Mon 21
67
Poor
O₃ 134
Tue 22
60
Moderate
O₃ 120
Wed 23
34
Fair
O₃ 74
Thu 24

What to do these days

Limit intense exercise and walk first thing, when the air is cleanest. Take special care with brachycephalic dogs (bulldog, pug, boxer), puppies, older dogs and those with heart or respiratory problems.

Pet care in United States, city by city

Sittsy network data combined with public sources (OpenStreetMap, Open-Meteo). Updated 2026-06-29.

The most dog-friendly city

New York tops the Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index with 80/100.

The most affordable boarding

Waco has the lowest boarding price, from about $20/night.

The most reviewed by volume

San Antonio has the most verified Sittsy reviews in the country.

United States Dog-Friendly Index

Sittsy Dog-Friendly Index (0–100): combines sitter supply, verified review volume, average rating and the variety of pets accepted across the Sittsy network in each city in the country.

  • 1New York
    80
  • 2San Antonio
    66
  • 3Houston
    59
  • 4Los Angeles
    58
  • 5Las Vegas
    57
  • 6Tacoma
    55
  • 7Waco
    55
  • 8Indianapolis
    54
  • 9Denver
    52
  • 10Austin
    52
  • 32Knoxville· this city
    39
CityIndexBoarding $/nightAccept catsDog areas
New York80$3514%
San Antonio66$250%
Houston59$4540%
Los Angeles58$8014%
Las Vegas57$3025%
Tacoma55$2566%
Waco55$2066%
Indianapolis5420%
Denver52$3025%
Austin52$4020%
Knoxville· this city39$500%

What owners value most in Knoxville

Words that come up most often in reviews · 9 verified reviews

cayleelovescarerecommendreliablegreatcaredlovedresponsibletrustworthylovebabies

Reviews in Knoxville

5.00/5
9 verified reviews
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9
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0
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2
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1
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  • Josie

    Rylee was so sweet!! You can tell she really loves and cares for the animals and they all love her!! She was always super reliable and respectful of the space

    Review for Rylee

  • Kim

    Rylee is fantastic!! She’s the only one we’d trust with our fur babies. Even our shy kitty comes out from under the bed to greet her. Makes going out of town much easier knowing they’re in such great hands!

    Review for Rylee

  • Reagan

    I have a labordoodle who hates men and when he came over to meet him my dog didn’t bark or growl he just started licking him and it was very natural. He is really good with cats and dogs and every animal he’s around loves him! Definitely would recommend!

    Review for Jacob

  • Leslie

    Jacob treated our pets like his own. He understands each one’s special needs and habits to be certain they are well cared for while we are away.

    Review for Jacob

  • Julia

    He’s a great guy, spoke with him very well spoken- amazing with my dog Lola!! I definitely would recommend coming to Jacob for any pet walking, my dog loves him- probably for the treats haha, but overall he’s a great person! 5/5

    Review for Jacob

  • Shawna

    Caylee has cared for our dogs for over 3 years. They are loved and taken care of in our absence. Caylee is responsible, kind, loyal, and trustworthy. I would highly recommend her to anyone!

    Review for Caylee

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Frequently asked questions about Home visits

How do I book a pet sitter?

Simply search for sitters in your area, browse their profiles, read reviews, and send a booking request. You can message sitters directly before booking to ensure they're the right fit.

Are sitters insured?

Yes, all bookings through Sittsy are covered by our Pet Care Protection program, which includes liability insurance and 24/7 support.

What if I need to cancel?

We offer flexible cancellation policies. Review the specific sitter's cancellation policy before booking, and contact support if you need help.

How much does pet sitting cost?

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