Trusted pet care in South Ogden, serving families near South Ogden City Park, Burch Creek, and surrounding residential neighborhoods.
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 South Ogden, 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 South Ogden: 84403, 84405.
Trusted pet sitting and dog walking in South Ogden, serving families near South Ogden City Park and surrounding residential areas. Cat sitting and house checks available at the same flat pricing.
We cover Burch Creek, Club Heights, Tuscan Ridge, and all the quiet streets that make South Ogden a great place to raise pets.
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.
4100 Palmer Dr, South Ogden, UT 84405
South Ogden's only designated off-leash dog area, covering roughly two acres of fenced grass and mulch on the south side of Club Heights Park. Double-gated entry, benches, water access, and waste stations.
Off-leash within the fenced area only; leash required everywhere else
Local favorites, all dog-friendly, all worth the drive.
A paved loop through 57 acres of preserved natural land in the heart of South Ogden, with mountain views and several unpaved spur trails. Wide, flat main path is a reliable year-round option.
Tip. Park at the main trailhead off Park Vista Drive near 5874 S. Park Vista Dr. Street-side entry points also at 1375 E 5875 S and 1150 E 6000 S.
A canyon trail that climbs 1,135 feet through a forested drainage. Several creek crossings and overgrown sections make this a workout, but the forested shade and waterfall make it worth it for fit dogs.
Tip. Trailhead parking near 4600 Burch Creek Dr, Ogden. Creek crossings can be slippery in spring runoff, bring a towel.
We keep your preferred vet on file and contact them if anything comes up.
Small animal general practice, dogs and cats
Small animal practice serving South Ogden since 1997. Appointment-based with emergency services available; Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings.
Visit WebsiteGeneral practice + surgery; AAHA-accredited
AAHA-accredited and Fear Free Certified hospital. Preventive care, soft-tissue and dental surgery, digital radiology, ultrasound, and in-house lab. Weekday hours 8 AM–6 PM.
Visit WebsiteGeneral practice + orthopedics, urgent care, laparoscopic surgery
AAHA-accredited hospital with orthopedics, K-laser therapy, laparoscopic surgery, and urgent care open until 10 PM on weekdays. One of the most comprehensively equipped clinics in Weber County.
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.
Coffee shop / café
930 Chambers St, Suite 1, South Ogden, UT 84403
Local coffee shop with outdoor patio seating where leashed dogs are welcome. Espresso drinks, house-baked pastries, breakfast sandwiches. The closest dog-friendly café to South Ogden's residential neighborhoods.
Pizzeria / brewpub
209 24th St, Ogden, UT 84401
Artisan pizza and craft beer on Historic 25th Street with a shaded outdoor patio where leashed dogs are welcome. About a 10-minute drive from South Ogden.
Plain-English summary of the key rules for pet owners.
All dogs in South Ogden must be licensed every year through the South Ogden Police Department before March 1.
Owners must present a current rabies vaccination certificate. Spayed or neutered dogs receive a reduced fee and can qualify for a lifetime license if microchipped. Licensing handled at the South Ogden Police Department, 3950 S Adams Ave.
View Official SourceDogs must be on a leash in South Ogden City parks. The only off-leash exception is the fenced area at Club Heights Dog Park.
South Ogden allows leashed dogs at 40th Street Park, Nature Park, and Glasmann Park. The off-leash exception applies only within the fenced Club Heights Dog Park. Ordinance 23-07 (April 2023) governs leash and animal requirements.
View Official SourceSouth Ogden City limits households to no more than 2 dogs and 3 cats.
Per South Ogden City Code Title 5, households may keep a maximum of 2 dogs. Loose-dog complaints are handled by the Animal Services officer via Weber Dispatch at (801) 395-8221.
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.
South Ogden is a bedroom community with more trail access than most people realize. Burch Creek runs through the heart of it, and the trails up toward the Wasatch are a short drive away.
We know which cul-de-sacs are the loud ones at pickup time and which stretches of Burch Creek stay shaded on a hot afternoon.
Same care team, same flat rates, every city we cover within 10 miles of Ogden.
We serve South Ogden, UT and surrounding Weber County. Our service area covers ZIP codes 84403, 84405.
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.
