A Day At DogTag
Whatever They NeedDog daycare, overnight boarding & puppy care in Superior, CO
Real outdoor time, real socialization, and real attention from people who know your dog by name.
Open Play Daycare
Four outdoor yards. Small, hand-picked groups. A handler in every yard. Six to seven hours outside.
Enrichment Daycare
Small groups. Intelligence games, behavior reinforcement. Dogs come home better.
Puppy Prep School
Two age-appropriate tracks — 3–6 and 7+ months. Structured socialization, confidence, manners. Mondays & Fridays.
Overnight Boarding
Boutique pet boarding in hand-built wooden kennels — a home, not a facility. Photos every other day.
Boarding Add-Ons
Little extras that make a stay feel like a holiday — a good-night photo, an extra-cozy bed, and a fresh bath before home time.
Consistent groups, familiar handlers, member rates and boarding discounts. The routine that builds a confident, well-socialized dog.
Four principles. Every dog, every day. No exceptions for any of them.
Every Dog
Known By Name
Bailey's quirks. Oso's preferences. The yellow ball thing with Milo. That's not marketing — that's what small, on-purpose care actually looks like.
Dogs Were Built
To Play — We Let Them
Hours outside across four play yards — Beach, City, and two Barnyards — hand-picked packs, real play structures. They come home settled — not just tired. There's a difference, and it's what we're aiming for.
A Home, Not
A Facility
Nearly two decades of Superior families trusting us with the ones they love most. Because it literally is a converted home on two acres. That's not a marketing line — it's an address.
We Take The Name
Personally
We're in Superior, Colorado. Every location, every day — the care we'd want for our own dogs. Not a policy, not a tagline. The actual bar we hold ourselves to.
Started In A Horse Barn
Still Here For The Same Reason
DogTag began in 2007, founded by Donelle Slater, a professional animal trainer whose love for dogs outgrew the space she had. The home next door became the first facility — hand-built kennels, two acres, a standard of care that earned a devoted local community without any advertising.
"What he experienced wasn't a transaction. It was being looked after — his dog, his family, his peace of mind."
DogTag is now owned by Chris Nunes, a Superior resident who first came to us as a client. After the Marshall Fire, when life was at its most uncertain, he boarded his Rhodesian Ridgeback Oso with our team. That experience is why he bought the business.
Meet the team
4.7 Stars, 66 Reviews
And Counting
Everything You Want To Know
Before You Drop Off
And a few things you might not have thought to ask. We've been doing this since 2007 — there aren't many questions we haven't heard.
What Is The Best Boutique Dog Daycare And Boarding In Superior, Colorado?
DogTag has been Superior's boutique dog care option since 2007. We're at 7440 Marshall Road — a converted residential home on two acres, not a commercial facility. Four outdoor yards — Beach, City, Barnyard 1 and Barnyard 2 — hand-built wooden kennels, and a team that knows every dog by name. We evaluate every dog before accepting them, stay intentionally selective about who joins, and hand-pick every playgroup. If you're looking for genuinely personal, boutique dog care in Boulder County, this is it.
Is DogTag Close To Broomfield, Louisville, And Boulder? How Far Is The Drive?
We're in Superior at 7440 Marshall Road, just off US-36. Drive times: Broomfield 12–15 min west via US-36; Louisville 5–8 min; Lafayette 10–12 min; Westminster 15–18 min; Boulder 15–20 min. Many regulars pass us on their daily commute. Parking on site, and drop-off from 7:30am fits into a morning routine without a detour.
What Is The Difference Between Open Play Daycare And Enrichment Daycare?
Open Play is small, hand-picked groups across four outdoor yards — six to seven hours outside, supervised by a trained handler. Natural socialization, real play. Enrichment Daycare goes further: smaller groups still, with intelligence games, puzzles, and behavior reinforcement. Dogs in Enrichment come home better than they arrived. Enrichment is by invitation after evaluation.
What Makes DogTag A Boutique Dog Boarding Facility In Colorado?
We're actually a home — a converted residential property on two acres, built around the dogs. Our kennels are hand-built from wood and iron. We evaluate every dog before they join, keep our numbers intentionally low, and stay selective about who we take on. Every dog is known by name — their personality, their pack, their preferences. It's a genuinely personal way to care for a dog.
Is Cage-Free Or Kennel-Free Dog Boarding Available Near Boulder, Colorado?
Not cage-free in the open-floor sense — our dogs sleep in their own hand-built wooden kennels with a cot and blanket. But the philosophy — personal space, not mass housing — is what we've done since 2007. Each dog has their own kennel. During the day, boarding dogs access the same yards and supervised group time as daycare dogs. We monitor for fatigue and adjust their schedule based on what we see, not a fixed timetable.
Do You Offer Dog Grooming Near Superior And Louisville, Colorado?
We offer exit baths at pickup from $30, sized to your dog. Add at booking or drop-off. After a full day of Colorado outdoor time, it's one of our most popular add-ons. Our 3X-per-week membership tiers include a monthly nail trim. For full grooming services near Louisville or Superior, ask the team — we'll point you in the right direction.
How Do I Know If A Dog Boarding Or Daycare Facility Is Safe? What Should I Look For?
The things that matter: staffing (small groups with a handler in every yard), group selection (compatibility, not whoever turned up), evaluation process (do they assess your dog first), and intake limits (a facility that deliberately caps how many dogs join can give each more attention). Ask to see the facility before you commit. Any reputable operation welcomes that without hesitation.
How Does DogTag Evaluate Dogs Before Accepting Them For Daycare Or Boarding?
Every dog comes in for a full evaluation day, arranged by appointment. We tour the facility, spend the day introducing your dog across different group settings, and watch their social skills and body language. At pickup you get a written report card. We'll offer booking dates or honest guidance on what we'd like to see first. Cost: $45 daycare + $16 evaluation fee. It's a full day of care — not a waiting room.
What Happens If My Dog Gets Injured Or Becomes Unwell While Boarding?
Our team is trained in dog behavior and first aid. If something happens, we act immediately and contact you directly. We also offer optional Facility Care Coverage for added peace of mind during your dog's stay — ask the team for details, or add it when you book.
How Much Does Dog Daycare Cost In Colorado? What Are DogTag's Rates?
Open Play from $45/day and Enrichment from $60/day. Puppy Prep School runs as a structured monthly program. Multi-dog rates and current pricing live on the booking page. If you use us regularly, membership plans start from $155/month with boarding discounts and member-rate visits.
How Much Does Dog Boarding Cost In Superior, Colorado? Are Holiday Rates Different?
Overnight boarding from $70/night. Multi-dog rates and holiday surcharges are on the booking page — always up to date. Holiday spots fill early — book as soon as travel dates are confirmed.
Is A Dog Daycare Membership Worth It? What Does DogTag's Membership Include?
If your dog comes more than once or twice a week, a membership nearly always makes financial sense. Plans start from $155/month, with boarding discounts, member-rate extra visits, nail trims on higher tiers, and a quarterly bring-a-friend perk. Three-month commitment, then month-to-month. Current pricing is on the booking page. See all plans.
When Can My Puppy Start Dog Daycare In Colorado? What Age Is Right?
Our Puppy Prep School runs in two age-appropriate tracks — younger puppies (3–6 months) and older puppies (7+ months) — on Mondays and Fridays. Early puppyhood is a critical developmental window that shapes confidence and behavior for life. Larger breeds needing to stay intact during growth may join later — we assess individually at evaluation.
What Is Puppy Prep School And Puppy Socialization? Why Does It Matter At This Age?
Structured play and learning for young dogs — not just letting puppies run together. Our program includes social play in small, age-matched groups, brain games, exposure walks, and scheduled rest. Puppies who go through structured early socialization are consistently calmer, more confident, and better-behaved as adults. It's an investment in who your dog is going to be.
How Do I Prepare My Dog For Their First Day At Daycare? What Should I Expect?
Not much. Don't tire them out beforehand — the evaluation sees them as they are. We arrange the evaluation by appointment; after that, regular drop-off runs 7:30–10am, pick-up 4–6pm. Expect them to come home genuinely tired — mentally worked, not just exercised. Quieter than usual for the rest of the evening is common. That's a good sign.
The Happy Dog Handbook
Enrichment at home, smooth daycare starts, and boarding stays your dog will actually enjoy — practical tips from nearly two decades of knowing Colorado dogs.