Welcome to calmcaninesutah.com
Our Story
I’ve always loved animals, but dogs hold a very special place in my heart—especially those who struggle with anxiety and fear and need extra patience, attention, and calming care.
My journey began a few years ago in Florida, when I decided to leave my corporate career behind and follow my passion. I started walking and pet sitting dogs, and soon I was referred to a family whose pup struggled with resource guarding. While the family prepared to travel overseas, I worked closely with a trainer to ensure the dog felt safe and supported. During that time, the trainer noticed something I had always felt—that I have a natural calming presence with dogs.
As I continued to work with the trainer’s other clients, I discovered my true calling, providing not just reliable care, but gentle, compassionate support for dogs who need it most. Helping nervous dogs feel safe—and giving their families the freedom to travel and enjoy life knowing their pets are in good hands—is what inspired me to create Calm Canines.
Our Services
🐕🦺 Walking & Adventure Sessions
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
From curious sniffers to full-energy explorers — every walk is an adventure.
Each outing is tailored to your dog’s pace, comfort, and confidence. Whether it’s a peaceful neighborhood stroll or a scenic mountain hike, our decompression walks help release stress, build trust, and nurture calm confidence.
Focus: mindful exploration · safe gear · confidence building · calm energy
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
Comfort, companionship, and calm care — right at home.
We provide gentle overnight care so your dog can stay in their familiar environment, maintaining their routine while feeling secure and loved. Perfect for dogs who thrive on stability and quiet connection.
Includes: evening & morning walks · feeding & meds · enrichment & affection · bedtime comfort
🧠 Enrichment Visits
🏡 Overnight Sitting & In-Home Care
🧠 Enrichment Visits
Nurture your dog’s mind as well as their body.
Through puzzles, sniffing games, and foraging activities, we provide calm mental stimulation that channels energy in healthy, rewarding ways.
Focus: sensory play · problem solving · sniffers · emotional wellbeing
🌙 Calming Sessions
🌙 Calming Sessions
🧠 Enrichment Visits
Helping anxious and reactive dogs find balance, trust, and peace.
These sessions create a quiet, supportive space to decompress and reset. Using grounding touch, calm presence, and positive association, we help your dog learn that calm feels safe.
Focus: trust building · patience · emotional balance · connection
🐾 Drop-In Visits
🌙 Calming Sessions
🐾 Drop-In Visits
For quick check-ins, potty breaks, or mealtime company.
Ideal for pups who prefer the comfort of home while you’re away — with gentle reassurance, playtime, and structured care that supports routine and relaxation.
Includes: short walks · meals & water · comfort & companionship
💙 Why Choose Calm Canines
Insured & bonded
• CPR & First Aid Certified for dogs
• Certified in Reactive Behavior, Anxiety & Fear (CPD)
• Experienced with anxious, fearful, and high-energy dogs
• Serving Salt Lake City, Holladay, Cottonwood Heights, and Park City areas
📞Book a Meet & Greet now!
Let’s create calm together
Shannon 505-347-8552 or email info@calmcaninesutah.com
🌿 Q&A: The Calm Canines Corner - A holistic approach to your dog's needs; Body, Mind, and Spirit.
🐾 Q: Why is regular exercise so important for dogs?
Exercise is more than just burning energy — it’s about balance.
Physical activity helps regulate hormones, relieve stress, and maintain a healthy weight, but it also gives dogs an outlet for natural instincts like sniffing, exploring, and problem-solving. Without enough movement, dogs can become bored, anxious, or reactive.
At Calm Canines, our walks and hikes are designed to fit your dog’s energy level — from curious sniffers to high-energy adventurers — so they can move, release, and relax in a healthy way.
🧩 Q: What is mental stimulation, and why does it matter?
Mental stimulation is exercise for the brain.
It includes scent games, puzzle feeders, enrichment toys, and even slow, mindful sniff walks. Engaging a dog’s mind helps reduce stress, prevent destructive habits, and increase confidence — especially for anxious or reactive dogs.
Our Enrichment Visits are designed to provide this kind of mental and emotional engagement, leaving your dog calm, content, and fulfilled.
💙 Q: How does Calm Canines help anxious or fearful dogs?
We specialize in gentle, consent-based care.
That means we move at your dog’s pace, using calm energy, positive reinforcement, and body language awareness to build trust. Over time, this approach helps reduce reactivity, build confidence, and create a more relaxed, happy companion.
🌙 Q: My dog has a routine — can you keep it consistent?
Dogs thrive on routine and predictability. During visits or overnight care, we follow your dog’s schedule closely — including feeding, walks, medication, and bedtime habits — to create a sense of safety and calm while you’re away.
Contact Us
Have questions or comments? We'd love to hear from you. Contact us today and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Call or text Shannon @ 505-347-8552 info@clamcaninesutah.com
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