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, serving South Ogden since 2007. Background-checked, bonded, and insured.
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.
Leash required at all times
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.
Leash required at all times
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 practice serving South Ogden since 1997. Appointment-based with emergency services available; Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings.
Visit WebsiteAAHA-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 WebsiteAAHA-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.
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.
(385) 528-5000
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.
(801) 399-0637
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.
Dogs 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.
South 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.
Disclaimer. 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.
The same local team, the same standards, across every service we offer.
A consistent midday routine for your dog, 1x to 5x per week.
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In-home pet sitting while you're away. Multiple visits per day, full care plan, visit reports on every stop.
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Patient, Fear-Free trained cat sitters who respect your cat's routine and territory.
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Daily drop-ins while you travel. Mail, packages, plants, thermostat, and a quick walkthrough.
Learn more →Same care team, same flat rates, every city we cover within 10 miles of Ogden.
Yes, Club Heights Dog Park at 4100 Palmer Dr is South Ogden's only designated off-leash area. It's a fenced two-acre space with a double-gated entry, water access, and waste stations. Everywhere else in city parks, dogs must be on a leash.
Absolutely, it's one of the best easy dog walks in the area. The main loop is about 1.1 miles on a wide paved path through 57 acres of natural land with mountain views. Dogs must be leashed. Main parking is off Park Vista Drive near 5874 S. Park Vista Dr.
Yes. South Ogden requires annual dog licensing through the Police Department at 3950 S Adams Ave. You'll need a current rabies vaccination certificate. Licenses renew before March 1. If your dog is spayed or neutered and microchipped, they qualify for a one-time lifetime license.
No. Our pricing is the same across every city we serve. See current pricing or ask during your free meet and greet.
We're a team, not a single sitter. Your care team is consistent and trained, and any backup sitter already knows your pet's care plan through Time to Pet before they arrive. You'll always know who's coming and see a photo report after every visit.
Yes. Every team member is a W-2 employee who lives in and around Ogden. We're not a national franchise or a gig app. We're a local team serving the same neighborhoods we live in.
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.
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