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Elena's Barking Lot, Inc.

Name: Elena's Barking Lot, Inc.
Address: 950 Comanche St Unit C Unit C, Estes Park, CO 80517, Estes Park, CO, 80517.0, US
Telephone: +1 970-591-5266
Rating: 4.8

950 Comanche St Unit C Unit C, Estes Park, CO 80517

4.8

44 Google reviews

Outdoor yardSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication admin

Overview

Elena's Barking Lot is a non-traditional dog boarding and daycare facility in Estes Park, CO offering 365-day overnight boarding and year-round daycare services. The facility features separate areas for small and large dogs, indoor playrooms, two outdoor play yards with six-foot cedar fencing, and trained supervisors. Rates range from $30-40/day for daycare and $40-100/night for boarding depending on dog size and number.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free

Webcam

Staff overnight

Outdoor yard

Pool / water play

Small dog area

Accepts puppies2+ months

Reactive breeds

Medication adminExtra fee

Grooming

Training

Climate controlled

Overnight potty breaks

Online booking

Spay/neuter required

Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Bordatella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:8am-10am or 1pm-3pm weekdays, 9am-10am or 1pm-3pm weekends

Pick-up hours:8am-10am or 1pm-3pm weekdays, 9am-10am or 1pm-3pm weekends

Checkout time:10am or 3pm

Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:2 days notice

Cancellation penalty:2 night's stay for boarding cancellations less than 48 hours; 1 daycare day for cancellations less than 24 hours

Care & Play

Group play

Solo play

Comfort items allowed

Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 6-12 months

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Multi-dog discount — Two dogs $70/day, Three dogs $100/day

Owner operated

What Reviews Say

48 reviews analyzed

Elena's Barking Lot is highly regarded for its compassionate, 'home-like' environment and its convenience for tourists visiting Rocky Mountain National Park. Customers consistently praise the staff's genuine love for animals and the fact that dogs return home 'happily exhausted.' While there is one serious report of a dog altercation, the owner's detailed response and the overwhelming majority of 5-star reviews suggest a safe, well-managed, and affordable facility.

Dog happiness

4.9

Value

4.9

Communication

4.8

Staff

4.7

Drop-off / pickup

4.6

Cleanliness

4.5

Facility

4.2

Safety

4.0

People love

Exhausted/Happy dogs(12)Accommodating for tourists(8)Personalized care(10)

Staff shoutouts

Elena(15 mentions)Linda(12 mentions)Scott

Worth noting

Dog attack resulting in injury and stitches

“Our dog was attacked and bitten numerous times by another dog... the 12 stitches she had became infected.”

Thirst/Potty needs upon pickup

“When we’re picked our dog up in the afternoon she had to pee so bad... She also drank a ton of water.”

Owner replies to 65% of reviewswarm tone9 repeat customers

State Licensed

Colorado PACFA Registry

Registered with Colorado Dept. of Agriculture

Licensed for: pet boarding and/or training

License valid through Mar 2026

Cross-referenced with Colorado’s Pet Animal Care Facilities Act (PACFA) database. This facility holds an active state license.

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 44+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 44 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating

4.8/ 5

Review score

4.6/ 5

Amenities4 of 14

Reviews44

Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.9

Min puppy age

2 months

Pricing

Boarding

$40–$100/night

Daycare

$30–$40/day

Contact

Visit Website +1 970-591-5266 950 Comanche St Unit C Unit C, Estes Park, CO 80517

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