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Utahna T.

Star Sitter

Midvale, UT

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
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Utahna T. has Star Sitter status

The Star Sitter program highlights responsive sitters who deliver highly rated care and have a history of listing accurate availability and preferences, making it easier for pet parents to find the best care for their pets.

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Pet care experience

I would love to board 1 or 2 of your sweet, SMALL to MEDIUM-SIZED fur babies (preferably from the same family). I have my sister’s toy poodle with me so much of the time that I’ve decided to change my profile to say that I do have a dog of my own. Anna has gotten along very well with all the dogs I’ve watched so far. But she doesn’t like to play much, so she mostly stays on her bed in an out of the way spot. I took a break from Rover for a few months while I provided foster care for my grandson’s 3 pets, but since they went home, my house has seemed empty! I like to keep the animals entertained playing some nerf frisbee, or fetch indoors or out in back yard, or taking leisurely walks at pretty park or walkway nearby. I enjoy doing a little bit of training; if you supply plenty of training treats. Dogs are not normally allowed on my fabric furniture, unless they don’t shed, but I do have an old recliner that is OK. If your dog is a shedder, I’d appreciate you bringing their brush. When I am dog sitting, I try to have the dog sleep overnight in the same sort of circumstances that they are used to at your house. If they don’t sleep in a crate, I may have them sleep in the laundry room, just until I get to know them and trust them. I don’t allow dogs on my bed, but they can sleep on the floor next to my bed, if they prefer that and are quiet.

Reviews

Carly E.
Dog Boarding • Apr 29, 2024
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Utahna was awesome!

Carrie P.
Dog Boarding • Apr 28, 2024
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Utahna is the best! We’re always glad and feel better leaving our boy with Utahna. She has the patience of a saint, sends photos/videos/updates every day & spoils our Kai every time. Highly recommended, as usual!

Shannon B.
Dog Boarding • Apr 21, 2024
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Utahna does such a great job with our 2 pups! They go to her house and run in happy and they come home happy. The daily pics and videos are a big bonus. Thank you for taking such great care of our furry family members, Utahna! We'll definitely book again soon.

Ro
Dog Boarding • Mar 28, 2024
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Took outstanding care of Remi for the week I was out of town. We’ll absolutely be using her again for the next trip.

About Utahna T.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard large enough to play fetch with tennis balls or frisbee, but I also enjoy taking walks at the nearby parks or along the walking path behind my house. The dogs are usually in the house with me, but they get let outdoors frequently for potty and play . I’m out there with them most of the time, especially when I’m just getting to know them. If your dog sleeps in a crate, please bring it with you. I will need to put them in the crate when I’m doing a massage or run an errand. If your dog isn’t crate trained, I will make them as comfortable as possible in the laundry room during those times when I am unable to have my eyes on them; that is, until I can completely trust them. I’m not as active and high energy as I used to be when I was younger, but I am stronger than I look. I like to walk at different parks and trails, because it is more fun and interesting for both me and the dogs I watch. I do not allow dogs on my bed. I will invite them to cuddle with me on the sofa, as long as they are clean and don’t shed. I look forward to meeting you and your fur-baby (fur-babies). I am confident they will enjoy their stay with me.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Utahna T. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs, phobias, or allergies. I can be ready to help clear those annoyances in a totally stress-free way. I am trained in several natural, energy healing techniques, such as Emotional Freedom Techniques (aka EFT Tapping), Theta Healing, Reiki, Emotion Code, and Kinesiology (aka Muscle Testing or Dowsing).

A typical day

I feel it’s important to engage our pets in physical as well as mental activity each day. Dogs are often much smarter than we give them credit for, and they can get depressed with nothing to stimulate their minds and other senses. Can you imagine being cooped up in a small house or fenced yard all day every day? When you board your precious fur baby with me, they will have many adventures in smelling around the back yard flower and vegetable gardens, perhaps walking around the neighborhood, or at one or two of a few different parks or walking paths near my home. Occasionally, if they are the only one I’m sitting, I will take them shopping with me to buy a new dog toy or treat, but I highly encourage you to bring some of their favorites with them. I enjoy walking and playing fetch with tennis balls or a soft frisbee, indoors or out, with any dogs that are willing. :)

Services

Boarding
in the sitter's home
$40per night

Utahna can host

0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
Dogs over 1 year old
Spayed and neutered dogs
No females in heat

Availability

I work at home part-time as a Massage Therapist / Reiki Healer, so a chronic barker wouldn’t work out very well, but I can give your sweet puppy frequent breaks to go outside, potty, play fetch or sunbathe. Love to go to the local parks for walks. If we go in the car, I allow them to look out the windows of my car, but my car window are ALWAYS up. And I will never leave a dog alone in my car. I would love to have at least 2 hours notice for a drop off or a pick up. But I am flexible. (I don’t need 24 hours notice to book, but haven’t found where to edit that info, yet.).

Available
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Calendar last updated 2 days ago
Utahna can host up to 2 pets per night
Boarding Cancellation Policy:

About Utahna T.

Communication

8 repeat pet parents
100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour
100% bookings with photo updates

Skills

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

Safety, trust & environment

I have a fenced yard large enough to play fetch with tennis balls or frisbee, but I also enjoy taking walks at the nearby parks or along the walking path behind my house. The dogs are usually in the house with me, but they get let outdoors frequently for potty and play . I’m out there with them most of the time, especially when I’m just getting to know them. If your dog sleeps in a crate, please bring it with you. I will need to put them in the crate when I’m doing a massage or run an errand. If your dog isn’t crate trained, I will make them as comfortable as possible in the laundry room during those times when I am unable to have my eyes on them; that is, until I can completely trust them. I’m not as active and high energy as I used to be when I was younger, but I am stronger than I look. I like to walk at different parks and trails, because it is more fun and interesting for both me and the dogs I watch. I do not allow dogs on my bed. I will invite them to cuddle with me on the sofa, as long as they are clean and don’t shed. I look forward to meeting you and your fur-baby (fur-babies). I am confident they will enjoy their stay with me.

Home

Lives in a house
Has a fenced yard
Non-smoking household
Has 1 dog
No children present
Dogs not allowed on bed
Dogs not allowed on furniture
Potty breaks every 0-2 hours

Information Utahna T. would like to know about your pet

Let me know if your dog has any special needs, phobias, or allergies. I can be ready to help clear those annoyances in a totally stress-free way. I am trained in several natural, energy healing techniques, such as Emotional Freedom Techniques (aka EFT Tapping), Theta Healing, Reiki, Emotion Code, and Kinesiology (aka Muscle Testing or Dowsing).

A typical day

I feel it’s important to engage our pets in physical as well as mental activity each day. Dogs are often much smarter than we give them credit for, and they can get depressed with nothing to stimulate their minds and other senses. Can you imagine being cooped up in a small house or fenced yard all day every day? When you board your precious fur baby with me, they will have many adventures in smelling around the back yard flower and vegetable gardens, perhaps walking around the neighborhood, or at one or two of a few different parks or walking paths near my home. Occasionally, if they are the only one I’m sitting, I will take them shopping with me to buy a new dog toy or treat, but I highly encourage you to bring some of their favorites with them. I enjoy walking and playing fetch with tennis balls or a soft frisbee, indoors or out, with any dogs that are willing. :)

Location

Midvale, UT

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Utahna T.

Star Sitter

Midvale, UT

5.0 out of 5 stars
26 reviews