Full-Day Daycare
Open-yard romps, shaded nap nooks, and a crew watching every game of chase. Drop your dog off before work and pick up a tired, happy pup by dinnertime.
Fort Collins, Colorado
Where Every Good Dog Runs Free
Five fenced acres at the foot of the Rockies, a crew that learns every dog by name and by wag, and a full day of romping, napping, and tail-wagging trouble your pup will race out the door for tomorrow.
First visit includes a free temperament meet & greet — no obligation, just introductions.
A Whole Lot of Happy, One Tail at a Time
Waggin' Ranch is a locally owned dog daycare and boarding ranch built around one idea: dogs do better with room to run and people who actually know them. Our five fenced acres sit right where the city meets the foothills, so every play session comes with fresh air, real grass, and a view of the mountains your dog couldn't care less about (but you might).
We keep our staff-to-dog ratio tight, our play yards sorted by size and temperament, and our training rooted in positive reinforcement — never fear, never force. Every dog who walks through our gate gets evaluated as an individual, not a breed label.
What Your Pup Gets Up To Here
Six ways we keep tails wagging, from a single afternoon romp to a full week away from home.
Overnight Boarding
Cozy suites, evening cuddle rounds, and the same caretakers your dog already knows from daytime visits — no kennel echo, no stranger anxiety, just a home away from home.
Grooming & Spa
Bath, brush-out, nail trim, and a bandana finish. We keep the water warm and the treats coming so spa day feels like a reward, not a chore.
Group Training Classes
Six-week courses in basic manners, loose-leash walking, and recall, taught in small groups so every dog — and owner — gets real coaching, not just a crowded room.
Pack Hikes & Outdoor Play
Leashed group treks along the foothill trails for dogs who need big miles and big views, weather-checked, size-sorted, and always led by two handlers.
Puppy Socialization
Supervised playgroups for pups under six months, built around gentle introductions to new sounds, surfaces, and friends before the real world does it for them.
Big Dogs, Small Dogs, Shy Dogs — All of Them Belong Here
We sort our yards by size and energy, not by breed reputation. Gentle giants nap by the shade fence, zoomie-prone herders get their own sprint lane, and the wallflowers get a quiet corner until they're ready to join the fun. Every dog is evaluated one-on-one before their first day, so playgroups always match temperament, not just weight class.
5
Fenced Acres of Play Yard
1:8
Staff-to-Dog Ratio
11
Years Serving Fort Collins
4.9
Star Happy-Tail Rating
Notes From the Pack
A few words from the owners (and honorary staff mascots) who keep coming back.
"Remy used to shake at the car door. Now he drags me to it. The crew figured out he needed a slow-intro week and stuck with it — no shortcuts."
Jordan P., owner of Remy (Aussie mix)
"We boarded Otis for a week during our move and it felt safer than leaving him with family. He came home mellow, not maniac."
Denise T., owner of Otis (Labrador)
"The foothill hikes are the best money we spend on that dog. Sadie sleeps for two straight days after and I get my couch back."
Marcus H., owner of Sadie (Vizsla)
Your Pup's First Trial Day Is On Us
Come see the yards, meet the crew, and let your dog decide. Most first visits are booked within a day or two — reach out and we'll find a spot that works.
Claim a Free Trial DayLet's Meet Your Dog
Tell us a bit about your pup and we'll follow up to schedule a free temperament meet & greet, no strings attached.
- Address
- 2140 Foothills Ranch Road
Fort Collins, CO 80521 - Phone
- (555) 020-4456
- [email protected]
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6:30am–7pm
Sat–Sun 8am–5pm