K-9 Castle

K-9 Castle offers dog boarding, daycare, and grooming at 1420 W Vance St in Lakewood, Colorado, and accepts small, medium, and large dogs. Overnight rates published on the kennel's own site run from $29 to $86 per night, depending on the room and the dog.

Services and amenities

• Private suites, including Cooper's Manor condos for small and medium dogs and Thor's Castle rooms for medium to large dogs
• Two shaded outdoor play areas per location, with pools and misting systems
• Heated and air-conditioned indoor play space
• Live webcam access, so owners can check in during the day
• Grooming, plus medication administration for dogs that need it

What sets it apart

Lakewood is the only location that offers non-social boarding, which pairs a room of the dog's own with two enrichment activities a day. That matters for dogs who do not enjoy group play but still need something to do. The daily schedule also builds in a structured nap time from noon to 2 p.m., a break that helps dogs who get wound up in a busy playroom. The Denver location adds a waterfall and pond to its outdoor areas.

Practical details

The kennel is open 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, so drop-off and pickup work around most job schedules. Reservations are made online. Proof of vaccination is required before a stay. The phone number is 303-237-4901, and the facility posts on Facebook and Instagram.