2026-03-25T14:29:07.634Z

Zen Doggies recently cared for our 4 year old German Shepherd, Prince and our 2 year old German Shepherd Huskie mix, Cammie at our house while we were on a 6 day trip to Arizona. Betsy, Diane and Nick were all great with both the them. Our best Kudos to Nick who took great care of both our pets and our house for the majority of the time. Both dogs are rescues and are sometimes slow to trust but we now believe they have an "Uncle Nick".

2026-02-17T02:09:19.875Z

When I started searching for a daycare for my puppy, I researched over 10 places in the Denver metro area because I wanted one that truly prioritized dogs’ social and emotional well-being — not just a place for them to run around all day. I ultimately chose Zen Doggy Den, and I’m so grateful I did.What stood out immediately was their depth of knowledge about canine behavior. The owner is a certified dog trainer, and every staff member is personally trained. They understand play styles, body language, and the subtle cues that matter for healthy social development. Their days are thoughtfully structured, balancing multiple 20–30 minute play sessions with crate rest time, and dogs rotate in small groups (typically 6–7, up to 10 if needed). It’s intentional, well-supervised, and designed around what’s best for the dogs.When Rockie comes home, she’s happy, relaxed, and well-behaved — not overstimulated or completely exhausted. That alone tells me how well the day is managed. The team genuinely loves her; every drop-off and pick-up is filled with pets, kisses, and real enthusiasm. You can feel how much they care.They also provide detailed daily updates about who she played with and how she did, which gives me so much peace of mind. On top of that, they’ve gone above and beyond to accommodate us during a last-minute situation when we had no other options.I trust them not only to watch Rockie carefully, but to thoughtfully manage the entire group dynamic. They are doing something really special, and I truly believe they’re helping my puppy grow and develop in the healthiest way possible. We’ve had nothing but a wonderful experience, and I couldn’t recommend them more highly.

2026-01-20T16:06:41.518Z

We’ve been taking our puppy to Zen Doggy Den’s half-day daycare a couple days a week for a little over a month now. He was just over four months old when we started bringing him, and we love it! So does he. I really appreciate that they enforce both play and rest time, especially while he’s still a puppy and can’t regulate his own energy yet. He needs lots of stimulation, but he also needs rest, and I feel completely comfortable leaving him there knowing he’ll get a healthy balance of both. He gets so excited as we approach the door in the morning—full-body wiggles and excitement shakes—and happily says goodbye to me before running into his room. Thank you, Zen Doggy Den!

2026-01-08T16:41:16.576Z

I was nervous about putting Lucky in a doggy daycare, especially since we’re a military family and move around often. From the very first phone call to meeting the staff in person, everyone was so welcoming. The staff is great and truly caring. They provided updates throughout the day on their website, which gave me peace of mind. Everything is well organized, and Lucky even made some doggy best friends! I really love this place and know he’s in great hands.

2025-12-16T21:23:19.531Z

My two older dogs, one is elderly, recently completed a stay here for five days. The facility is smaller and the dogs get individual attention and outdoor exercise. They offer a lot of services including training and bathing services during the boarding for an additional charge. I really liked that they want you to bring your dog for at least one day of doggie daycare before your first board so they can get to know your dog and their needs. I am satisfied with the services and the facility.

2025-09-06T15:36:51.726Z

The trainer, Julie of Zen Doggy Den, transformed my leash reactive Belgium Malinois into the perfect walking companion. I highly recommend them.

2025-08-18T17:50:36.024Z

Dutch always has a good time at Zen. The staff is kind, and always helpful. I feel more than safe dropping my pup off with them.

2025-08-04T01:47:57.289Z

I’ve been taking my high-energy lab to Zen Doggy Den for a while now. He loves it and shakes with excitement every time we pull up. They’re good with him and I trust taking him there to interact with other pups. I would recommend them and I hope to see them continue to grow!

2025-07-19T21:50:11.062Z

2025-07-05T21:00:57.301Z

I used to work at this facility for about a week. I was taught in my first few days to hit the dogs in the muzzle, hard, with the crate doors when opening them, to make the dogs move back and not run out. And that wasn't the worst part. I was also taught to fill up the water bowls, which meant going down to the basement where the long term boarding dogs lived. Including the owners new puppy. The kennels are tiny with only room to lie down one direction, no room to stand or move and they could barely reach their water bowls. The dogs down there were brought outside for a short walk on a leash every 4 hours for just a few minutes. I've never seen animals in such deplorable conditions. It was just wrong. After I saw how the dogs downstairs were kept, I knew that I couldn't watch the sickening abuse and quit 2 days later. Even the daily boarding dogs had a very small back area to play, with no toys, just 3 small plastic play structures and they all seemed really unhappy. The dispiline for the dogs was a long stick with a whip on the end and in my few days there I saw it was used often, as the dogs would be so bored because of lack of stimulation and fight with each other. I would never bring your pets here if you want them safe and happy. It was sickening to witness. Good luck

2025-06-25T14:24:37.771Z

I've been bringing my great pyrenees mix here ever since I moved to the area and I can't say enough about how exceptional Doggy Den is as a boarding facility. My dog can be a bit bashful with new settings but when I walk her through the door she knows every staff member and happily greets them which tells me exactly how comfortable she feels here. Their communication is on point, booking boarding via their website is a breeze, and I can relax knowing my dog is in great hands when I'm out of town.

2025-06-11T22:05:00.302Z

My dog absolutely loves going to Zen Doggy Den! We’ve been coming here for over two years, and I couldn’t be happier with the care she receives. The staff truly knows her and understands her temperament, which gives me a lot of peace of mind when I drop her off.One of the things I really appreciate is how intentional they are about grouping dogs with similar energy levels and sizes for playtime. It ensures a fun and safe environment for everyone. They also make sure each dog gets some downtime in their own individual space, which I think is so important for helping them stay relaxed and happy.It’s clear that the team genuinely cares about the dogs, and I love getting photos of the dogs playing on the Facebook group.

2025-06-10T19:47:21.490Z

We are beyond happy with the training Flirty received from Zen Doggy Den / Zen Master Dog Training! From the moment we started, it was clear that their approach is thoughtful, effective, and rooted in a deep understanding of dogs and their behavior.Flirty made incredible progress—not just with obedience, but with overall focus, confidence, and calmness. The trainers were supportive and communicative, and they gave us the tools we needed to carry the training into everyday life. It’s clear they truly care about each dog and want to help owners build a strong, respectful relationship with their pups.Highly recommend Zen Doggy Den to anyone looking to bring out the best in their dog. We’re so grateful.

2025-05-28T16:26:25.093Z

These guys are great! Our dogs are always super happy when we pick them up, they are friendly and communicative. Love that they have a Facebook group where you can view pictures of the pups as well :)

2025-05-24T15:51:21.716Z

We are so thankful to have found Zen Doggy Den to take care of our three dogs! They are a handful each with quirks to their personalities, and Zen Doggy Den has never made us feel like they are too much. They recently stayed for 5 days while my wife & I got married and it was so great not to worry about our pups knowing they were in good hands. We will definitely continue to be repeat customers and recommend this place to everyone we know!

2025-04-22T21:53:57.389Z

I'm so relieved to have found this daycare after moving to Denver with my pup Otis 2 years ago. While we work with another trainer, Otis is leash reactive and high energy and I'm very careful with who I trust to watch him. He's done very well at Zen Doggy Den, and the staff is so kind, flexible and responsible. Most recently I had to leave town suddenly and booked (and then extended) a boarding stay pretty last minute. The team was very understanding. I love getting to check how he's doing with the Facebook group photos! I was initially worried about the lax policy to kennel cough vaccines, as Otis has gotten it before and it was rough, but I just keep him up to date on his vaccinations and it hasn't been an issue. Also, this is always a risk no matter where you take your dog. He always comes home tired and content, but not overly tired, which is a great sign . Would recommend!

2020-12-13T00:58:34.822Z

Always helpful and great with the dogs!

2020-11-03T18:46:07.297Z

Zen Doggy Den and Julie have been a blessing to both my dogs. Their board and train program is affordable and Julie is honest about what outcomes will look like. She won’t sell you on an idea and then let you experience reality. They also work with you on what is realistic for your budget to find the best option. My first time there they listened to my concerns and when it was end of day, the other friends had been picked up, and they weren’t 100% confident on a match for my retriever mix they let her go outside with my frenchie to potty. I’ve been to SEVERAL daycares that have NEVER offered more than a shared pen for my girls.I have an English Cream Retriever/Pyrenees Mix Rescue and a French bulldog that is extremely needy. Both have fit in at zen doggy den.After reading some of the negative reviews I’d like to add a few more comments since I’ve been to a lot of doggy daycares.All day play is not safe for dogs. It over exhausts them. The best places will do rotations of rest and play.Having toys such as balls or any toys, especially ones that can be chewed, are items that can create aggression issues. Especially in the Denver area it’s really hard to find a daycare/boarding facility or any qualify that:1) Doesn’t have any toys present, cleans up sticks from the yard, AND understands the possession issue. They view it just as serious as food aggression.2) Does at least 2 people to about every 3-5 dogs. They’ve had a full house when I’ve visited but still only had a few dogs in the yard with 2 handlers. This is crazy good and i don’t know how Julie affords it.3) Doesn’t do all day play4) Zen doggy den doesn’t do crates, they do comfortable homelike pensDogs acting different after pick up their first 1-3 visits is very normal. It’s both excitement and stress that’s normal. When you bring your dog home and all they do is sleep for 12-16 hours without so much as a potty break I’d be weary of the amount of play they are getting.My two dogs have never come home smelling bad from Zen Doggy Den or any signs of upset. This is a newer facility/daycare, they don’t have fancy colors or sparkling lights. SHOCKING, dogs don’t care about aesthetics. Only you do as an owner. Your dog needs safety, cleanliness, and dog smart people.I’d highly reconsider any daycare that doesn’t offer training on sight. That probably means they don’t know how to properly hire staff. No fault of their own, but they don’t know what they don’t know. I’d highly recommend going into Zen Doggy den with an open mind as it’s not like any other daycare in Denver and because of that it’s the only place I’m comfortable with taking my dogs.

2019-04-07T15:08:26.781Z

Almost hesitate to write a review because this is the best kept doggy secret in Wheat Ridge....BUT, I have to support Julie's amazing business after she and her staff have kept GREAT care of Ezzie. Other day cares will run your dog wild for 8 hours, and if all you want is an exhausted dog, so be it.But we wanted Ezzie to have the perfect balance of supervised playtime and rest time (in a crate). Zen Doggy Den strikes that balance perfectly.I love the personal connection the staff have made with Ezzie -- I can tell that they take care of her like one of their own. We're also attending training with Julie at night and have enjoyed the small group setting.