WE ARE PROUD TO BE ONE OF THE FEW FACILITIES ACCEPTING UNALTERED DOGS SAFELY WHILE MAINTAINING OUR LICENSING AND COMPLIANCE WITH 2026 PACFA LAW CHANGES.

Important 2026 Update 🐾

Colorado law has changed, and under PACFA regulations, unaltered dogs over 18 months are no longer allowed to participate in group play.

If you have any questions or concerns about 2026 daycare or boarding, please reach out. We would love to talk with you about the best option for your dog. You can also visit the FAQ section of our website for details.

✅ What has K9cation done in response to this change?

We understand this is frustrating. K9cation has always taken unaltered dogs seriously, and we’re proud to be one of the few Colorado facilities that continues to welcome intact dogs. We respect that every family makes spay/neuter decisions for different reasons, and we’ve built structured options to support those choices safely.

Here’s what we’ve implemented:

K9cation continues to accept unaltered dogs no matter their age

K9cation is no longer charging an unaltered (intact) fee for dogs over 18 months

We invested in additional glass suites and created a dedicated booking option for intact dogs:

🏡 K9cation Courtyard Oasis Lodging (private indoor/outdoor turfed runs)

We’ve built a 1:1 play and enrichment schedule with our dedicated and certified staff

We’ve discounted Courtyard Walks so your dog can enjoy more active time with a handler at a reduced rate for 2026

💙 Our commitment:

We love all dogs and we’ve modified our operations to remain fully compliant with Colorado regulations to maintain our licensing, while still providing safe, affordable, structured, high-quality care for unaltered dogs.

If you’re not happy about this change in state regulation, you’re always welcome to share feedback with your local state representatives.

📲 Questions? Message us anytime or reach out through Paw Partner or call us at 720-546-7837. Come visit us and take a tour of our facility, appointment required.

K9cation is more than a place for dogs to stay, it’s an experience built around structure, enrichment, and expert care. Traditional kennels focus on basic housing and limited activity, while we provide thoughtfully supervised play, outdoor exploration, rest and recovery time, and individualized routines designed to help dogs feel safe, settled, and engaged. Our facility was built by dog experts, which means we’re designed for dog wellbeing, not just containment. Also, we keep our prices low, allowing you to add tailored experiences to customize your dog's stay with us.

K9cation is industry-leading because we combine a premium facility with training-level expertise and a higher standard of supervision. Our certified team is trained to assess behavior, manage group dynamics, and adjust each dog’s schedule throughout the day to support safety and comfort. We don’t run dogs through a one-size-fits-all routine, we provide intentional care built around what dogs actually need to thrive.

We also offer over 51 acres of property between two locations with regulation sized dog sport training facilities. We're the largest training facility in Colorado with indoor and outdoor facilities.

Because dogs don’t just need exercise, they need meaningful engagement. At K9cation, dogs enjoy a day that includes supervised activity, enrichment opportunities, outdoor exploration, and planned rest that supports healthy regulation. This balance helps dogs feel mentally satisfied, emotionally stable, and physically tired in the best way, like they just came home from a great vacation.

Many facilities simply watch dogs. At K9cation, our team actively manages behavior, play style, energy levels, and social interactions throughout the day. Dogs are thoughtfully grouped, play is supervised with structure and intention, and our staff makes real-time adjustments to keep the environment safe and positive. This level of skilled supervision is what prevents overstimulation, reduces conflict, and supports a better experience for every dog.

Additionally, K9cation pays to put our staff through training to earn certificates in dog care, dog behavior, dog grooming, and more. And where we have been unable to find quality and experienced training, we have created our own training certifications.

Because training is not about drilling dogs for long periods, it’s about creating understanding, consistency, and real-world reliability. Our training focuses on clear communication, customized tools and methods, and repeatable steps that transfer into everyday life. We prioritize what works best for your dog and your goals, and we support long-term success through structure, follow-through, and reinforcement beyond a single training session. We've implemented a variety of options to support people and their dogs, ensuring a tailored approach.

Yes. K9cation is designed for dogs with drive, energy, and big personalities. Our structured routine combines supervised activity, enrichment, outdoor exploration, and rest to help high-energy dogs stay mentally satisfied and well regulated. Many working breeds do best in an environment like ours, where their day has purpose and balance, not just chaos. In fact, we've built a facility to support dogs with these needs.

Not every dog thrives in nonstop group play, and we respect that. Our team evaluates each dog’s comfort level and may recommend smaller groups, modified schedules, or enrichment-focused options that support your dog’s confidence. Our goal is always a safe, successful experience, not forcing dogs into a one-size-fits-all routine.

Because healthy dogs need balance. Nonstop play can lead to overstimulation, stress, and poor behavior, even in friendly dogs. Rest breaks help dogs decompress, reset, and stay socially appropriate so their experience stays positive and safe throughout the day. Regulated dogs have better days, better sleep, and better long-term behavior.

Structured care means your dog’s day is intentionally planned and actively managed, not random or free-for-all. We match dogs thoughtfully, supervise with purpose, provide enrichment and outdoor time, and build in rest so dogs stay comfortable and successful. It’s the difference between “dogs running around” and a well-run, professional experience.

Safety isn’t a feature here, it’s the foundation. Our staff actively manages groups, monitors behavior closely, and makes real-time decisions to prevent issues before they happen. With our experience, space, and structured handling, we’re able to create a safer, calmer environment than many traditional facilities.

K9cation was built to provide the kind of care we would want for our own dogs. For one affordable calendar-day rate, dogs receive a premium experience that includes clean, safe glass suites, acres of outdoor play space, and thoughtfully supervised activity with trained and certified staff. We maintain low dog-to-staff ratios and offer more engagement and play opportunities than many traditional facilities. For owners who want to customize their dog’s stay even further, we also offer optional add-ons that increase enrichment, activities, and one-on-one time, allowing you to tailor the experience to fit your dog’s needs and personality.

Owners want more than basic care, they want peace of mind. K9cation is built for dogs who deserve a higher standard of supervision, comfort, and experience. Clients choose us because their dogs come home happy, fulfilled, and cared for by a team that understands dog behavior and takes safety seriously.

Cheaper isn’t always less expensive in the long run. Some facilities cut costs by keeping dogs kenneled for long periods, running large groups with minimal supervision, or staffing with team members who aren’t trained in behavior and safety. Others may not be fully licensed, insured, or consistently disinfected, which can increase the risk of stress, injury, or illness. At K9cation, we believe your dog deserves more than basic containment and chain-link pens, we provide a clean, professionally managed, enrichment-filled experience designed to keep dogs safe, fulfilled, and thriving.