Doggy Day Care 81147
151 Great W Ave, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
Overview
Doggy Day Care 81147 is a family-owned dog boarding, daycare, and grooming facility in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, operated by Maria Depalma and Jeffrey Edens since 2011. They offer overnight boarding at $44/night and daycare at $29-$39 per day, with large cozy suites and daily socialization. Grooming services are available by appointment on select days.
Amenities & Policies
Required vaccinations: Bordetella, Distemper, Rabies
Policies & Details
Care & Play
Extras
What Reviews Say
69 reviews analyzedThis dog boarding and daycare facility receives a mix of very positive and several strongly negative reviews. Strengths include experienced, caring staff (especially Maria and Jeff), a welcoming environment for dogs with special needs, and convenience for travelers visiting Pagosa Springs. Many positive reviews highlight tired, happy dogs, good communication, and reasonable prices. However, there are significant recurring complaints regarding facility cleanliness and maintenance, along with some serious incidents of dogs escaping or being lost, an unattended facility during operating hours, and a few reports of rude or unprofessional behavior. The owner responds to some negative reviews professionally but not to all.
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Worth noting
Dogs escaping and inadequate fencing
“One of my dogs escape from under fence due to lack of maintenance of fence and lack of supervision (was lost for 11+ hours)”
Dogs left unattended or unsupervised for extended periods
“Got to the door, the lights were out, and there was nobody home. (my dog and all the others had been left alone for an hour and a half that I'm aware of)”
Use of outdated or punishment-based training techniques
“The owner uses outdated and dangerous “training” techniques that are recommended against by veterinary behaviorists and professional trainers.”
Poor facility maintenance and cleanliness(5 mentions)
“Walked into the office to a female dog in heat with blood on the ground. The overall place was very dirty and not well maintained.”
Communication issues (hard to reach, not answering calls)(3 mentions)
“Any time I tried to call and check in I got no answer or call back.”
Owner/staff rudeness or unprofessional attitude(3 mentions)
“Unreliable and rude.”
At a Glance
Pricing
Boarding
$44/night
Daycare
$29–$39/day
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