Dependable dog walking and pet sitting services throughout Roy, Utah for busy professionals and frequent travelers.
A local team of W-2 employees. Established 2007. Background-checked, bonded, and insured.
Voted one of the Best of Northern Utah 2026Standard-Examiner Readers' Choice Awards
The same local team, the same standards, across every service we offer.
Away Home & Pet Care provides professional dog walking, pet sitting, cat sitting, and house checks in Roy, UT and throughout the surrounding Weber County communities. All sitters are W-2 employees (not independent contractors) who are background-checked, bonded, insured, and Pet CPR & First Aid certified. Founded in 2007. Zip codes we cover in Roy: 84067.
Dependable dog walking and pet sitting services throughout Roy, Utah for busy professionals and frequent travelers. We also offer cat sitting and house checks at the same flat pricing.
We cover Westlake Village, Country Meadows, Park43, Carriage Lane, and the quiet residential streets that make up most of Roy.
Our care team can tell you which streets get icy in January and which driveways are the tricky ones.
Room to stretch, smells to investigate, and trees for shade. These are the parks our walkers actually use.
3260 W 5700 S, Roy, UT 84067
A fully fenced off-leash dog park on a Rocky Mountain Power corridor that doubles as a city retention basin. Features a paved 0.17-mile oval walking track. Handlers must remain inside and attentive at all times.
Off-leash within the fenced enclosure. Leash required for entry and exit. Puppies under 4 months and females in heat not permitted.
Local favorites, all dog-friendly, all worth the drive.
A flat, paved multi-use path on the former Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad corridor. Roy has two trailheads, one at 6000 South and one at Roy West Park near 4800 South, connecting to parks, neighborhoods, and the regional trail network.
Tip. Trail is mostly exposed to sun, bring water for you and your dog. Several street crossings have zig-zag safety gates. Connects to FrontRunner stations for longer point-to-point trips.
A paved perimeter trail surrounding this 12.68-acre community park at 4200 S 2175 W. Named after Medal of Honor recipient George Edward Wahlen, a Roy resident. Good for a quick walk combined with time at the park.
Tip. Ample parking on site. Splash pad runs Memorial Day through Labor Day, earlier morning walks are quieter for dogs on busy summer days.
Located in Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest near Layton (about 10 miles from central Roy), climbing roughly 1,000 feet to a 40-foot waterfall. One of the most accessible canyon hikes for Roy-area residents.
Tip. Trail starts off Adams Canyon Drive in Layton. Final approach is steep and rocky. Bring extra water, dogs work hard on this one.
We keep your preferred vet on file and contact them if anything comes up.
Full-service small animal hospital; orthopedic surgery
Full-service veterinary hospital in Roy, established 1988. Examinations, diagnostics, dental care, laser therapy, orthopedic surgery, health certificates, boarding, and grooming. Open Monday–Friday.
Visit WebsitePreventive wellness; spay/neuter; affordable walk-in vaccines
Affordable, walk-in-friendly clinic focused on preventive wellness. Walk-in vaccines, bloodwork, and heartworm tests; spay/neuter and dentals by appointment. Not an emergency clinic.
Visit Website24/7 emergency and specialty care; surgery; critical care
Nearest 24/7 emergency and specialty animal hospital to Roy, about 5 miles south in Sunset. Walk-ins welcome for emergencies at any hour. Critical care, surgery, and radiology.
Visit WebsiteNote. We are not affiliated with any veterinary practice. This list is provided as a community resource. Always verify current hours and availability directly with the clinic.
Patios where your pup is a welcome guest.
Mexican
5511 3500 W, Roy, UT 84067
A local Roy favorite for authentic Mexican food with outdoor tables where dogs are welcome. Call ahead to confirm patio availability.
Brewery / American
253 25th St, Ogden, UT 84401
Dog-friendly brewery and pub on Ogden's historic 25th Street. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome at outdoor patio tables. About 10 minutes from Roy.
Plain-English summary of the key rules for pet owners.
All dogs and cats over 4 months of age in Roy must be licensed annually with the city.
Owners have 30 days from the animal's arrival in Roy to obtain a license. Requires proof of current rabies vaccination. Annual fees: $15 for spayed/neutered animals; $30 for unaltered adults. A $20 late fee applies past the grace period. Roy limits households to 2 licensed dogs and 2 licensed cats.
View Official SourceDogs must be under control and may not run at large off the owner's property.
A dog is 'at large' when off the owner's property and not under immediate control by a durable leash, or when on the owner's property but not securely confined. The Roy City Dog Park (3260 W 5700 S) is the only designated off-leash area. First-offense impound fee is $50 (licensed animal) or $75 (unlicensed).
View Official SourceOwners must immediately pick up and dispose of their pet's waste on public or private property.
Any person who owns, controls, or keeps a dog or cat is responsible for the immediate removal of excreta deposited by their animal on public walks, recreation areas, or private property.
View Official SourceSpecific rules apply within the Roy City Dog Park for off-leash use.
Handlers must be inside the park and watchful at all times. Dogs under 4 months, females in heat, and animals with communicable illnesses are prohibited. No scooters or bicycles inside the park. Dogs must carry a leash for entry and exit.
View Official SourceDisclaimer. This is a plain-English summary for informational purposes. Always verify current ordinances directly with city animal services or consult the official city code. Laws may change.
Roy is a spread-out residential city with a mix of established streets and newer subdivisions. It's a commuter community, which means reliable midday dog walking matters a lot to our Roy clients.
We've built our Roy schedule around the Hill Air Force Base commute and the families who depend on consistent midday visits.
Same care team, same flat rates, every city we cover within 10 miles of Ogden.
We serve Roy, UT and surrounding Weber County. Our service area covers ZIP codes 84067.
We are open Monday through Sunday, year-round. We usually reply within an hour during business hours.
The first step is a free, no-obligation meet and greet at your home. We'll walk your neighborhood, meet your pet, and build a care plan that fits your schedule.
