Open ground, dry hillsides and new subdivisions.
- County
- Salt Lake County
- From Salt Lake City
- 19 mi southwest
- Main roads
- Main Street, 13400 South and 11800 South
- Where dogs walk
- Rosecrest Park and the open ground at the edge of the Oquirrh foothills
At roughly 5,000 feet, Herriman is higher than much of the valley floor. Its exposed hillsides, dry brush and open fields make it prone to wildfire, and flooding has hit parts of town in the past. For dog owners, the lesson is practical: keep a leash on hand, know how to call your dog back fast, and have a calm crate or carrier routine in case you ever need to leave quickly.
Newer neighborhoods meet open ground here. Rosecrest Park and Silver Reef Park are among the municipal parks listed on the city's site, and Main Street, 13400 South and 11800 South carry the traffic. Open ground rewards a dependable recall and a loose-leash walk far more than fancy tricks. Practice recall on a long line before trusting open ground.
For a first dog in a busy household, chewing, jumping and pulling are the usual complaints. If your household is busy, try one short drill each time the dog is hungry or waiting for a walk. In-home lessons suit this setting well, with general estimates of $100 to $200 per visit, and packages often reduce the price per lesson.
General estimates for planning, not quotes. Real prices come from each trainer.
In-Home Training$100 to $200 per visit→Obedience Training$500 to $1,200 per package→Leash Training$75 to $150 per lesson→Getting started. Three easy moves.
- Name the one habit in Herriman you most want to change, such as pulling, jumping or barking at the door.
- Ask each trainer you contact whether they travel to Herriman in Salt Lake County, and what any fee would be.
- Set aside a few minutes each day to practice near Rosecrest Park and the open ground at the edge of the Oquirrh foothills, even if only for one cue.
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Good questions
Before you begin.
Why does recall matter so much in Herriman?
Open fields and hillside edges make a loose dog hard to catch. A practiced recall on a long line is a safer foundation.
What should I plan for during fire season?
Keep your dog comfortable in a crate or carrier, keep tags and microchip details current and have a leash within reach.
What do in-home lessons cost?
General estimates run about $100 to $200 per visit. Rates differ from one trainer to the next.
Can this site recommend a Herriman trainer?
No. It lists none and takes no requests.
