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Happy Tails Dog Ranch

18490 Weld CoRd 1, Berthoud, CO 80513

4.9
543 Google reviews
Photo updatesStaff overnightOutdoor yardPool / water playSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminGroomingTrainingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Happy Tails Dog Ranch is a 22-acre facility in Berthoud, Colorado offering dog boarding, daycare, grooming, and training services. Boarding includes climate-controlled lodging with outdoor play. Daycare features 8 large outdoor yards (including separated areas for small/senior dogs) and midday naps. Amenities include medication administration, daily photo updates, and complementary baths for longer stays. Vaccination requirements: Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella. Owners live on-site. Rated 4.9β˜† (543 reviews).

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamPhoto updates
Staff overnight
Outdoor yardreal grass
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies4+ months
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper, Bordetella

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Drop-off hours:7am-9am (M-F), 8am-10am (Sat-Sun)
Pick-up hours:4pm-6:30pm (M-F), 3pm-5:30pm (Sat-Sun)
Checkout time:9am (M-F), 10am (Sat-Sun)
Late pick-up fee:26 fee
Billing method:Per night

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:1 day notice
Cancellation penalty:15 fee
Holiday surcharge β€” +$5/night

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates β€” Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food
Raw diet accommodated

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact over $10/day

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call

Extras

Multi-dog discount β€” 10% off second dog
Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

539 reviews analyzed

Happy Tails Dog Ranch is highly regarded for its expansive outdoor play areas and the 'report card' system that provides owners with photos and updates. Customers consistently praise the staff's ability to handle high-energy breeds and the fact that dogs return home exhausted and happy. While there are isolated complaints regarding strict vaccination policies and a few communication lapses regarding behavior, the facility maintains a stellar reputation for safety and cleanliness.

Cleanliness
5.0
Dog happiness
4.9
Staff
4.9
Facility
4.8
Drop-off / pickup
4.7
Value
4.6
Communication
4.5
Safety
4.4

People love

Report Cards & Photos(45)Outdoor Space/Ranch Setting(38)Tired/Exhausted Dogs(52)

Staff shoutouts

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Worth noting

Communication breakdown regarding behavioral issues

β€œI asked why we were never informed of their behavior on their daily report cards or when we picked them up over the last few visits.”

Feeding negligence/mismanagement

β€œEvery time she came back, it looked like she was getting 1c max... there couldn't have been more than 4c missing from the bag total.”

Vaccination record strictness(3 mentions)

β€œthe woman kept saying his vaccine records did not show duration for each vaccine... just kept repeating this nonsense.”

Hygiene/Muddy paws(2 mentions)

β€œshe had tons of rock-hard mud clumps imbedded deep between all of her pads.”

Pricing/Discounts(2 mentions)

β€œWe book here for multi dog discount and did not receive that.”

Owner replies to 95% of reviewsprofessional tone68 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

4.9 stars from 543+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.9-star rating across 543 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.9/ 5
Review score
4.7/ 5
Amenities11 of 14
Reviews543
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.68

Min puppy age

4 months

Pricing

Boarding

$49–$54/night

Daycare

$24–$29/day

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