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Professional In-Home Pet Sitting in Knoxville

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Loving, reliable care so your pets stay happy at home while you’re away.

When you can’t be there, Waggy Tails provides dependable, in-home pet sitting you can trust. No kennels. No disruption to routines. Just consistent, personalized care from trained local professionals.

✔ Fully licensed, bonded & insured

✔ Free meet & greet before services begin

✔ Trained team of caring pet care employees

✔ Trusted by Knoxville pet parents since 2009

Every visit is customized to your pet’s needs and includes:

Breakfast, lunch, or dinner served as instructed

Water bowls emptied and refilled with clean water

Potty breaks and/or litter care as needed

Medication administered if applicable

Social interaction: playtime, short walks, brushing, cuddling, or whatever is their normal routine

Home check (lights, mail, blinds, etc.)

Detailed visit notes and photo updates

IDEAL FOR: Anytime your travels take you away from Knoxville - we’ll keep your pets happy, engaged, and well-cared for so you can relax and enjoy your trip with total peace of mind.

What’s Included in Every Visit

Our Services & Rates

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Standard Pet Sit Visits

STANDARD PET SIT VISIT - $33/VISIT

  • This visit is applicable to all morning, evening, weekend, holiday and multi-species households with cats & dogs.

  • approximately a 30-minute visit (based on the pets’ needs; always between 25-40 minutes)

  • includes up to 3 pets; +$5 if more than 3 pets

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CAT-ONLY PET SIT VISIT RATE - $30/VISIT

  • for cat or small animal ONLY households that need once-daily visits and are flexible on the time of day.

  • approximately 20-30 minutes

  • scheduled at a consistent time frame between 6am-9pm daily

  • includes up to 3 cats/small animals; +$5 if more than 3 pets

Cat-Only Pet Sit Visits

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By the Hour Pet Sitting

PET SITTING BY THE HOUR - $38 for the 1st hour

  • 1-hour visit, or book multiple hours

  • $38 for the 1st hour, $32 for each additional hour

  • includes up to 3 pets; +$5 if more than 3 pets

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Overnight Sleepover Stays

OVERNIGHT STAYS - $150/NIGHT

  • The ultimate in care with your pet sitter in the home from bedtime until breakfast (9 hours total).

  • Price includes 3 pets, +$5 if more than 3 pets

  • Arrival and departure time frames are determined with each client.

  • Most clients who book Overnight Stays also book 1-2 drop-in Standard Pet Sit Visits during the day.

  • This is a great option for puppies, senior pets, pets that require medication, or any pet that loves to cuddle!

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The “Almost” Overnight

“ALMOST” OVERNIGHTS - $100/NIGHT

  • Great for pets who desire some extra love, but don’t need a sleepover

  • Includes a 2-hour visit in the evening, and 1-hour the following morning

  • Price includes 3 pets; +$5 if more than 3 pets

  • Arrival and departure time frames are determined with each client.

How Pet Sitting Works: Our Simple, Stress-Free Process

1️⃣ Tell Us About Your Pets
Start by filling out our new client form so we can learn more about your pets, their routines, and the type of care you’re looking for. This allows us to match you with 1 or 2 of our Waggy Tails team members as your primary pet care providers.

2️⃣ Schedule a Free Meet & Greet
We meet you and your pets in your home to learn routines, preferences, and care instructions.

3️⃣ Book Your Visits Online
Choose dates, services, and frequency all in one easy online scheduling system.

4️⃣ Enjoy Peace of Mind
We handle the rest, sending visit updates and photos so you’re never left wondering how your pets are doing.

Trusted by Knoxville Pet Parents Like You

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Ready to Book Pet Sitting Visits?

Please fill out our New Client Sign-Up Form to request a complimentary Meet n’ Greet with your pet sitter.