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Helena G.

Cottonwood Heights, UT

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Services

Helena can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs only
No females in heat
Crate-trained dogs only

Helena can care for

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs

Availability

I typically work M-W 1pm-9pm, so morning drop-ins are ideal on those days. My schedule is otherwise quite flexible. Prefer to stay in the Salt Lake Valley, ideally between Downtown and Sandy.

Available
Not available
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House Sitting Cancellation Policy:

About Helena G.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

24 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I try to keep pets on a routine they're used to to minimize stress when pet parents are away. I love a cuddle buddy, so I have no problem with pets on furniture if they’re allowed at home - I will respect the rules you follow at home so as not to cause confusion for your pet. That also goes for any behavioral training you've done or are doing with your pet; consistency is key when it comes to training.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Helena G. would like to know about your pet

Behavioral issues, anxiety, dog aggression, people/male aggression, leash/crate/house training status, commands they respond to, house rules, food allergies, health conditions, medications, and special care instructions

A typical day

Hiking, walking, trail running, swimming, trips to the park or lake…I like to get outside as much as possible, and that changes with the seasons. Also down to chill at home with lower-energy pets.

Location

Cottonwood Heights, UT

Helena G.'s Neighborhood

Vet tech looking for furry friends

Pet care experience

Hi, I'm Helena! I’ve loved animals for as long as I can remember, but I’m currently not in a position to have any of my own, so I’d love to hang out with yours! I’m a former veterinary tech for a renowned animal hospital in Vermont and have the ability to administer medications including subQ injections, such as insulin and subQ fluids. I’ve owned and trained both dogs and cats (yes, you can train cats) for over 20 years, and I’ve been caring for pets of friends, family, and community members since early childhood. I’m very active and enjoy working with energetic and athletic dogs, helping pet parents meet the exercise needs of their active pups. As an avid hiker and runner, I love having a trail companion!

Cat care experience

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Former cat mom, current cat aunt <3

Helena also cares for cats. Learn about their cat-specific care experience.

Reviews

Kyle K.
House Sitting • Nov 20, 2025
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Helena took care of our dogs for the second time and everything went perfectly. She’s easy to work with and our dogs were well cared for.

Kyle K.
House Sitting • Aug 19, 2025
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Helena was wonderful with our dogs! She was reliable, easy to communicate with, and made sure our pets were well cared for. She followed all of our instructions, sent us updates, and left everything neat and tidy. We really appreciated her help and would happily recommend her to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring sitter.

Alex B.
Boarding • Aug 06, 2024
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Helena was attentive and sent frequent updates and photos

Paul F.
House Sitting • Jan 02, 2024
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Helena was great at giving regular updates of my pooch and took good care of the house. When my dog gives an extra excitable greeting (like she does with Helena), I know that she was in good hands!

About Helena G.

Communication

10 repeat pet parents
80% response rate
Usually responds in under an hour
70% bookings with photo updates
Sends updates with Rover Cards

Dog skills

24 years of experience
Oral medication administration
Injected medication administration
First aid/CPR
Senior dog experience
Special needs dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Cat skills

Oral medication administration
Injectable medication administration

Safety, trust & environment

I try to keep pets on a routine they're used to to minimize stress when pet parents are away. I love a cuddle buddy, so I have no problem with pets on furniture if they’re allowed at home - I will respect the rules you follow at home so as not to cause confusion for your pet. That also goes for any behavioral training you've done or are doing with your pet; consistency is key when it comes to training.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has cats
No children present
Dogs allowed on bed
Dogs allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 2-4 hours

Information Helena G. would like to know about your pet

Behavioral issues, anxiety, dog aggression, people/male aggression, leash/crate/house training status, commands they respond to, house rules, food allergies, health conditions, medications, and special care instructions

A typical day

Hiking, walking, trail running, swimming, trips to the park or lake…I like to get outside as much as possible, and that changes with the seasons. Also down to chill at home with lower-energy pets.

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Helena G.

Cottonwood Heights, UT

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews