K-9 Island

K-9 Island is a dog boarding and doggie daycare facility at 211 Barberry Pl. in Loveland, Colorado. It also boards cats and small exotic pets, which helps households with more than one kind of animal. Owners looking for dog boarding in Loveland will find overnight suites, daytime play and extra-care options in one place.

What services does K-9 Island offer?

The facility takes small, medium and large dogs for overnight stays and daycare. Its website describes a structured day built around small play groups. Rest periods are mixed in so dogs come home tired but not worn out.

• 33 boarding suites plus 4 specialty suites for pets that need extra care
• Over 8,500 sq ft of indoor and outdoor play space
• Summer water play with pools, sprinklers and misters
• Cat condos with 2 and 3 levels and a dedicated cat play room
• Boarding for guinea pigs, rabbits, hamsters, lizards and snakes

What is an overnight stay like?

Each private suite has a raised cot and a shelf for food storage. The building is climate controlled, and staff do daily nose-to-tail physicals. Meals are delivered as room service, and soothing music is part of the routine.

The kennel lists special diets and medication administration among its services. That matters for older dogs or pets with health needs. The specialty suites are set aside for animals that need a closer eye.

Practical details for booking

Published overnight rates at K-9 Island range from $20 to $45 per night. Reservations are made by phone at (970) 663-0977, and vaccinations are required before a stay.

Weekday hours run from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Weekend hours are much shorter: 8:00 to 10:00 AM on Saturday and 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Sunday. Owners traveling over a weekend should plan drop-off and pickup times around those windows.