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The Sniff Shack

Name: The Sniff Shack
Address: 5300 W 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80212, Denver, CO, 80212, US
Telephone: +1 303-941-3835

5300 W 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80212

4.7

233 Google reviews

Cage-freeLive webcamStaff overnightOutdoor yardMedication adminGroomingClimate controlledOvernight potty breaksOnline booking

Overview

The Sniff Shack is a locally owned dog daycare and boarding facility in Northwest Denver offering private suites (no chain-link kennels), webcams for live monitoring, outdoor play areas, and grooming services. They require all dogs to be spayed/neutered and pass a temperament test, with pricing starting at $42/day for daycare and $68/night for boarding.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free

WebcamLive stream

Staff overnight

Outdoor yard

Pool / water play

Small dog area

Accepts puppies

Reactive breeds

Medication adminExtra fee

Grooming

Training

Climate controlled

Overnight potty breaks

Online booking

Spay/neuter required

Temperament test

Required vaccinations: Rabies, Bordetella (required every 6 months), Distemper

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Late pick-up fee:$25

Billing method:Per 24h

Cancellation & Deposits

Holiday surcharge — $10 added for dogs dropped off after 3:00pm

Care & Play

Group play

Daily updates — Free

Comfort items allowed

Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Raw diet accommodated

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On call

Emergency vet cost:Owner

Fire safety system

Extras

Senior dog accommodations

Owner operated

What Reviews Say

233 reviews analyzed

The Sniff Shack is highly regarded for its friendly staff and transparent care, specifically through the use of reliable webcams and detailed daily report cards. While the vast majority of clients report happy, exhausted dogs and a clean environment, a small number of reviews raise concerns regarding overcrowding and a specific incident of rough handling. Overall, it is a top choice for local pet owners seeking a communicative and professional daycare and boarding facility.

Staff

4.9

Dog happiness

4.8

Cleanliness

4.8

Communication

4.7

Drop-off / pickup

4.7

Facility

4.2

Safety

4.1

Value

4.0

People love

Daily Report Cards(28)Webcam Access(24)Exhausted/Happy Dogs(22)

Staff shoutouts

Jessica

Worth noting

Rough handling of animals on camera

“I saw on camera... this large man calls his name... and then he didn’t immediately walk over he comes over and YANKS him by his collar extremely hard and drags him to the door.”

High dog-to-staff ratios and overcrowding

“I saw 2 people in the room with over 50 dogs... Dogs are only separated by size and not by temperament.”

Kennel Cough/Illness(5 mentions)

“My dog went 1 day and ended up with kennel cough costing me $100 and a sick pup.”

Lack of outdoor space(3 mentions)

“Minus one star because they don't have much outdoor space... open warehouse vibe with concrete flooring.”

Owner replies to 28% of reviewswarm tone34 repeat customers

State Licensed

Colorado PACFA Registry

Registered with Colorado Dept. of Agriculture

Licensed for: pet boarding and/or training

License valid through Mar 2027

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

At a Glance

Google rating

4.7/ 5

Review score

4.5/ 5

Amenities9 of 14

Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.34

Pricing

Boarding

$58–$68/night

Daycare

$36–$42/day

Contact

Visit Website +1 303-941-3835 5300 W 44th Ave, Denver, CO 80212

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