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Walkin The Dog

281 Metcalf Rd APT 201, Avon, CO 81620

4.8
22 Google reviews
Cage-freeLive webcamStaff overnightOutdoor yardOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Walkin' The Dog is a family-owned dog daycare and boarding facility in Avon, Colorado serving the Vail Valley since 1998. They offer daycare, overnight boarding, group hiking, and canine hydrotherapy services. The facility features a large fenced outdoor play area, 24-hour camera monitoring, and requires an in-person meet-and-greet before overnight stays. Pricing is $85-100/night for boarding and $50-65/day for daycare.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
WebcamLive stream
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies
Reactive breeds
Medication admin
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Policies & Details

Hours & Billing

Checkout time:9am
Late pick-up fee:$25
Billing method:Both days

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation penalty:Cancellations must be made in advance to avoid charges

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Daily updates — Free
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:Owner provides food

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Separate play for intact

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:Nearby clinic
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

22 reviews analyzed

Walkin The Dog is highly regarded as a premier daycare and boarding facility, particularly favored by tourists skiing at nearby Beaver Creek. Customers consistently praise the owners, Marissa and Merrill, for creating a clean, safe, and high-energy environment that leaves dogs 'wiped out' and happy. Aside from a single outlier review regarding management personality, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive with strong emphasis on staff trustworthiness and dog behavior.

Dog happiness
5.0
Staff
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Safety
5.0
Facility
5.0
Drop-off / pickup
5.0
Communication
4.8

People love

Post-daycare exhaustion(4)Skiing convenience(3)Trustworthiness(4)

Staff shoutouts

Marissa(7 mentions)Merrill(4 mentions)

Worth noting

Allegation of review manipulation

“She somehow gets her 1 star reviews deleted off yelp. There used to be a bunch but now they’re gone for some reason.”

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.

Top Rated

4.8 stars from 22+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.8-star rating across 22 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.8/ 5
Review scoreInsufficient topic coverage
Amenities5 of 14
Reviews22
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.6

Pricing

Boarding

$85–$100/night

Daycare

$50–$65/day

Contact

Visit Website+1 970-476-8197Get directions to 281 Metcalf Rd APT 201, Avon, CO 81620

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