Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pet Care Destination in Salt Lake City
Founded in 1999, Little Dogs Resort has dedicated itself to redefining pet care for small dogs under 30 lbs. Our mission stems from a personal commitment to provide cage-free, loving environments where dogs thrive through structured play, socialization, and expert grooming. With over two decades of experience, we prioritize safety, individualized attention, and temperament-based groupings to ensure every dog feels at home. Our team of passionate dog lovers combines industry-leading practices with a deep understanding of canine needs, offering overnight care, daycare, and salon services tailored to small breeds. We advocate for dogs as family members, emphasizing respect, enrichment, and stress-free living.Our Salt Lake City facility maintains meticulous cleanliness and fosters a welcoming atmosphere where pets and owners alike find peace of mind. Customer testimonials highlight our consistent care, personalized communication, and the joy dogs exhibit during their visits. By focusing exclusively on small breeds, we address unique challenges and create spaces where every dog, regardless of shyness or energy level, receives appropriate engagement. Our legacy, built on founder Jennifer's vision, continues to evolve through continuous improvement and a steadfast commitment to canine well-being.
Services
Overnight Care
DayPlay
Grooming
Temperament Testing
Socialization Programs
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized experience with small dog breeds.
- Our structured, temperament-based socialization ensures safe, personalized interactions.
- Expert staff provides individualized care tailored to each dog's needs.
- Meticulously clean, cage-free facility designed exclusively for small dogs.
- Overnight care programs focus on stress-free, enriching experiences for pets.
What people say
Loving care
Clean facilities
Attentive staff
Excited dogs
Peace of mind
Services
Overnight Care
Our overnight care provides stress-free lodging in a cage-free environment. Dogs enjoy structured routines, individualized attention, and socialization with compatible playmates. Climate-controlled sleeping areas and nightly check-ins ensure comfort and safety.
DayPlay
Daily play sessions include temperament-based group activities, enrichment exercises, and rest periods. Certified staff supervise interactive play while monitoring social dynamics to ensure positive experiences for all small breeds.
Grooming
Professional grooming tailored to small breeds includes bathing, coat trimming, nail care, and ear cleaning. Our groomers prioritize gentle handling and breed-specific styling in a calm, pet-friendly environment.
Questions
What services do you offer for small dogs?
We provide daycare, overnight boarding, grooming, temperament testing, and socialization programs exclusively for dogs under 30 lbs.
How do you ensure my dog's safety?
Dogs are grouped by size, temperament, and activity level. Our cage-free facility prioritizes supervised play and individualized care.
What are your vaccination requirements?
Puppies need one round of vaccines including Bordetella. Adult dogs require spaying/neutering and up-to-date vaccinations.
Can shy dogs adapt to your environment?
Yes! We introduce timid dogs gradually with one-on-one staff interaction to build confidence in controlled settings.
Why focus only on small breeds?
Specializing in small dogs allows us to address their unique needs, prevent overwhelm from larger breeds, and create tailored spaces.
How do you handle special cases or specific breeds?
Certain breeds undergo case-by-case evaluations. Contact us directly for personalized assessments of unique situations.
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