The Dog Ranch
2586 S U.S. Hwy 287, Berthoud, CO 80513
Overview
The Dog Ranch is a 30-acre dog boarding and daycare facility in Berthoud, CO, offering boarding (with climate-controlled accommodations), daycare with outdoor/indoor play areas, grooming, training, and community rescue programs. Boarding prices start at $50 per night, and daycare is $22-$30 daily. They emphasize safety, provide medication administration, and accommodate special needs like anxiety or raw diets.
Amenities & Policies
Dog-to-staff ratio: 15:1
Required vaccinations: Rabies, Distemper/Parvovirus, Bordatella, DA2PP
Policies & Details
Hours & Billing
Care & Play
Safety & Emergency
Extras
What Reviews Say
576 reviews analyzedThe Dog Ranch is highly regarded for its spacious, clean facility and a staff that genuinely cares for dogs, including those with high anxiety or special medical needs. While the vast majority of clients report their dogs return home 'happy and exhausted,' a small number of reviews cite concerns regarding an early feeding schedule and isolated incidents of illness. Overall, the integration of on-site veterinary and grooming services makes it a top-tier choice for pet owners in the Northern Colorado area.
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Worth noting
Injury/Illness during stay
“After the first visit my dog had an eye infection. Second visit she fractured her toe.”
Unsanitary conditions/Neglect (Isolated report)
“When we picked the dog up, she was actually yellow from urine and smelled to high heaven. She had a bad case of fleas.”
Aggression management/Communication breakdown
“I was told everything was alright when I left, but then getting a call that he is uncontrollable... then when I get there he was controllable.”
Feeding schedule/Portion control(3 mentions)
“They feed the dogs dinner at 1:30pm... Dinner at 1:30 is insane! And putting them to bed at 6:30 is whack too.”
Lack of photos/updates(4 mentions)
“The Dog Ranch did not do any of the things they represent on their website... in terms of reports pictures and communication.”
Kennel Cough(2 mentions)
“The random time our regular boarder couldn't keep our dogs... our dogs came down with kennel cough.”
State Licensed
Colorado PACFA Registry
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 577+ reviews
This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 577 reviews.
At a Glance
Dog-to-staff ratio
15:1
Pricing
Boarding
$50/night
Daycare
$22–$30/day
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