Premium trail fitness
for your dog.
Real trails. Real mileage. 1:1 attention and daily performance updates — not a kennel, not a daycare.
Get a quote
from $115/night
No deposit until we confirm. No hidden fees.
1:1
max dog-to-handler ratio
50+
trail miles on file
15 min
from major trailheads
24/7
updates available
What we offer
Services built for
serious dog owners.
Elite Overnight
Your dog sleeps in our home, not a kennel. Full care, daily trail activity, and a daily debrief so you know exactly how they are doing.
Request bookingPeak Performance
Everything in Elite Overnight, plus structured endurance conditioning, targeted mileage progression, and detailed performance reporting.
Request bookingStandalone Run
Your dog joins our trail run on the Bonneville Shoreline or Mount Olympus. A real workout, not a lap around the block.
Request bookingStandalone Hike
A longer, lower-intensity adventure in Millcreek Canyon or beyond — perfect for conditioning days between harder efforts.
Request bookingPricing is quote-based — we'll tailor the rate to your dog's needs and timeline.
Process
Simple from day one.
Create your profile
Add your dog's details — breed, age, fitness level, any quirks. We read all of it and reach out before the first visit.
We hit the trails
Your dog joins us on real trails. We adapt pace, distance, and terrain to where they are in their fitness journey.
You stay in the loop
Morning briefings, post-run GPS data, evening debriefs, and photos delivered however frequently you want.
Why Wilder
What sets us apart.
Trail fitness that counts
Every outing is logged. Distance, pace, elevation, and body language. We enforce mileage caps for dogs still building their base.
1:1 undivided attention
We cap at a 2:1 dog-to-handler ratio — maximum. Your dog is never lost in a group. We are not a kennel.
East Bench access
We are a 5-minute drive from Millcreek Canyon, Mount Olympus trailhead, and the full Bonneville Shoreline system.
Updates on your schedule
Morning briefings, post-run summaries with GPS data, evening debriefs, and photos from every outing. You set the cadence.
About us
We run trails.
Your dog runs with us.
Wilder started because we couldn't find a service that treated dog care with the same seriousness we bring to our own training. Most boarding is just containment. We wanted something different.
Based on the East Bench of Salt Lake City, we have direct trail access that most services can't offer. We're five minutes from Millcreek Canyon, the Mount Olympus trailhead, and the full Bonneville Shoreline system.
Every dog we work with gets a fitness assessment before any endurance activity. We monitor pace, breathing, and body language throughout every outing. Your dog's safety always comes before the miles.
From clients
Dogs and owners, both satisfied.
“Kona came back from a week with Wilder more tired and more centered than she has ever been from a kennel. The daily run summaries with pace and mileage data were incredible.”
Sarah K.
Salt Lake City
“I travel for work constantly and always felt guilty leaving Ranger behind. Now I actually look forward to seeing his daily trail reports. It's like he has a personal trainer.”
Marcus T.
Sugar House
“The attention to detail is unlike anything I've experienced with a pet service. They noticed Pepper was slightly off on day two and adjusted the mileage proactively. No one has ever done that.”
Jessica M.
East Bench
FAQ
Common questions.
From the trail
Wilder.
How to build your dog's trail running base without injury
The same progressive overload principles that apply to human athletes apply to dogs — with a few critical differences.
May 2025
Fueling a high-mileage dog: what the research actually says
Protein timing, hydration on long efforts, and the supplements worth considering for working dogs.
Apr 2025
The best dog-friendly trails on the East Bench of Salt Lake City
From the flat Bonneville Shoreline to the demanding Mount Olympus approach — a tiered guide by fitness level.
Mar 2025
Full service menu
Dog sitting services
in Salt Lake City.
From midday drop-in visits to overnight stays, dog walking to full-day daycare — all in your home or ours. Insured, bonded, and locally based on the East Bench.
Dog Boarding
Cage-free overnight stays with daily trail access
Overnight Sitting
We stay in your home so your dog never leaves
In-Home Sitting
Full-day care in your home, your rules
Dog Walking
GPS-tracked individual walks, photo every time
Drop-In Visits
Midday check-ins while you're at work
Dog Daycare
Small-group in-home daycare, max 4 dogs
Vacation Care
Extended coverage while you travel
House Sitting
Full home and pet care while you're away
Not sure which service fits?
Book a free meet-and-greet. We'll assess your dog and recommend the right service — no commitment required.
Your dog deserves real trails,
not just a yard.
Create a profile, tell us about your dog, and we'll take it from there.