Why Alcoa Pet Parents Choose Paws & Applause

Located just 10 minutes from downtown Alcoa on Tomotley Road, Paws & Applause LLC is the premier choice for dog boarding in the Alcoa area. As the only NePoPo® certified training facility in East Tennessee, we offer a unique combination of luxury boarding and professional training that sets us apart from typical kennels.

Serving All Alcoa Neighborhoods

  • Downtown Alcoa
  • Springbrook
  • Vose Road Area
  • Hall Road Communities
  • Airport Highway Corridor
  • Hunt Road Area
  • Louisville Road

What Makes Us Different for Alcoa Residents

Only NePoPo® Trainer in East TN

David Van Fleet is the region's only NePoPo® Silver Graduate, bringing world-class training methods to Alcoa.

Limited to 10 Dogs

Unlike large facilities, we maintain a maximum of 10 boarding guests for truly personalized care.

Woman & Veteran Owned

Proudly serving the Alcoa community as a woman and veteran-owned small business.

Pet Taxi from Alcoa

Convenient round-trip transportation service available for just $20 from anywhere in Alcoa.

Complete Services for Alcoa Pets

  • Dog Boarding: $55/night with 24/7 supervision
  • Board & Train: 2-8 week programs combining boarding with professional training
  • Pet Daycare: $25/day for supervised play and socialization
  • Grooming: Full grooming from $75, Bath & Nails $50
  • Dog Walking: 30-minute walks for $25 (safety-first approach)
  • Drop-in Visits: 30-minute home visits for $25
  • Pet Health Monitoring: Specialized care for seniors and medical needs $35/visit
  • Pet Taxi: Round trip transportation from Alcoa $20

"We drive from Alcoa because Paws & Applause is worth it! The personalized care and professional training have transformed our dog. You won't find this level of expertise anywhere else in the area."

- Jennifer M., Alcoa Resident

Easy Access from Alcoa

Our facility at 7337 Tomotley Road is conveniently located:

  • 10 minutes from downtown Alcoa via US-129
  • 15 minutes from McGhee Tyson Airport
  • Easy access from Airport Highway
  • Ample parking for drop-off and pick-up

Book Your Alcoa Pet's Stay Today!

Limited capacity means we book up fast. Reserve your spot now!

Call (865) 300-5988