Trusted By Dog Owners & Trainers
“I recommend Shannon to my clients with particularly challenging dogs because I know she will provide the care they need while their owners are away, while also supporting their behavior modification plans.
Her patience and willingness to follow instructions with each dog means owners can vacation worry-free, knowing their pet sitter is not going to undo the hard work they’re putting into their dog’s training.”
— Michelle Martiya
Essential Animal Training, Inc.
Welcome to calmcaninesutah.com
Our Story
Dogs have always held a special place in my heart — especially those who struggle with anxiety, fear, or sensitivity and need extra patience, presence, and understanding.
My journey began in Florida when I left my corporate career to follow what I knew I was meant to do: care for dogs in a way that feels calm, steady, and relationship based. I started walking and pet sitting, but everything shifted when I was referred to a family whose dog struggled with resource guarding. As the family prepared for overseas travel, I worked closely alongside a trainer to ensure their dog felt safe, supported, and understood.
During that time, something became very clear — dogs responded to my energy. The trainer noticed it. The family felt it. And most importantly, the dog felt it.
From there, I began working with more anxious and sensitive dogs and realized my calling wasn’t simply providing reliable care — it was building trust over time. Dogs remember who makes them feel safe. They bond with the people who move at their pace, respect their boundaries, and offer consistent, grounded support.
That belief is what inspired me to create Calm Canines.
My goal is not just to care for your dog during a visit or a trip. It’s to become a steady, trusted presence in their life, someone they recognize, feel safe with, and can rely on long term. When that bond is built, everything changes. Dogs relax. Families feel at ease. Travel becomes possible without worry.
Calm Canines is rooted in that relationship, the quiet trust that develops over time and makes a lasting difference in a dog’s emotional well-being.
Our Services
🐕🦺 Hiking & 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@calmcaninesutah.com
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