People & Pets Resource Hub

• Tanner Park — off-leash with creek and small waterfall.
• Herman Franks Park — central off-leash area.
• Liberty Park — large on-leash park with paths.
• Memory Grove — mix of on/off-leash zones, creek play area.
• Millcreek Canyon — dog-friendly trails; off-leash on odd days.

• Millcreek Cafe — great breakfast spot with patio.
• Eggs In the City — bright café, patio seating.
• Publik Coffee — downtown café with dog-friendly tables.
• Tulie Bakery — two SLC locations, both patio-friendly.
• Alchemy Coffee — cozy neighborhood café.

Want the full scoop on dog-friendly restaurants, trails, hotels, and more? Visit Dog Friendly SLC for the most complete guide.

• Utah Pride Center — programs, events, support groups.
• Equality Utah — advocacy & statewide initiatives.
• LGBTQ+ Chamber — inclusive business networking.

• Ice Haus — live music, trivia, bingo, vegan options.
• Maven District — creative block of women-owned shops & cafés.
• Coffee Garden — welcoming local favorite.
• Kahve Cafe — trans-friendly Turkish coffeehouse.
• Under the Umbrella — queer-owned bookstore & café.

• SLC Rainbow Girls — social club for queer women & non-binary folks.
• @sapphicsonthesummit — sapphics & gender-diverse hikers.
• @utahrainbowhikers — inclusive LGBTQIA+ hiking group.
• @gay.utah — Utah queer events & celebrations.
• @sapphicniteout.slc — monthly mixer for queer women & gender-diverse people.

• Phở Saigon Noodle House — a great place for Phở and bánh xèo (Vietnamese crepe).
• Ooh Pho — try their Phở Thố Đá, a hot-stone version of phở that comes to the table still sizzling.
• Oh Mai Sandwich Kitchen — a go-to spot for tasty bánh mì and fresh rolls.
• All Chay — vegan and vegetarian Vietnamese menu.

• Long An Market — you’ll find a wide range of products from Vietnam here, plus authentic ready-made dishes like Phở, Bún Bò Huế, Bún Riêu, Cháo, and more at the cafeteria inside.
• Kim Thanh Supermarket — another good spot for fresh produce, Vietnamese ingredients, and ready-made dishes for takeout.

• Short-term fostering (weekends or vacations)

  Even a few days can make a big difference! Reach out to a local rescue and share your availability, whether that’s a weekend, five days, or when another foster is out of town.

  Hearts 4 Paws is often happy to accept short-term fosters. You can contact them directly, or reach out to me and I can connect you with someone there.

  • Be clear about your availability and comfort zone (e.g., size in pounds rather than “small” or “medium”).
  • Most rescues provide food, crates, and supplies; you provide a temporary safe home.

• Hounds Around Town (dog day trips)

  Programs like Hounds Around Town at Salt Lake County Animal Services let volunteers take shelter dogs out for short field trips like walks, hikes, or car rides.

  It gives dogs a much-needed break and helps staff, too. Snap a few photos or videos to share; happy, relaxed pics often help pets get adopted faster.

  How to join: Check your local shelter’s website for “dog day out” or “field trip” programs and schedule in advance. Second Chance for Homeless Pets offers a similar program.

• Transport volunteer — drive pets between shelters/rescues

  Join transport networks, watch for posted “legs” that fit your route, and raise your hand; coordinators will handle the logistics.

  • Many Paws Volunteer Transport
  • Utah Transport Group (Facebook)
  • Operation Roger Truckers Pet Transport (Facebook)

• Adoption event support

  Weekend events need help with setup, greeting visitors, quick potty-breaks, and matching pets with adopters. Reach out to any local rescue or shelter and let them know you’d like to help; they’ll be thrilled to have extra hands.

• Ruff Haven Pet Pantry & Crisis Care

  Walk-in pet pantry located at the Weigand Center — no appointment needed. If you’re temporarily unable to care for your pet, contact Ruff Haven for short-term foster options.

  More info: ruffhaven.org/petpantry

• Humane Society of Utah – Pet Retention Program

  Helps families keep their pets during financial or personal crises by offering short-term assistance with food, medical, or behavior needs.

  Learn more: utahhumane.org/pet-retention

Through my Finally Home Program, each home closing helps a pet find theirs, with a sponsored adoption or a donation to a rescue or shelter of your choice.