I did not end up using RMP because we decided to do an intensive board and train boot camp at last minute, but after several hours of research and calls with kennels throughout Summit County and Denver, and multiple calls with RMP, we would absolutely use RMP for boarding, especially challenging dogs. They seem to possess the expertise and experience, and most importantly, love, to manage difficult dogs who dont play well with others, dog and human. I know its odd to write a review without actually using RPM's facility, but i was so impressed with the time they took to educate me on their approach to dealing with difficult dogs and how devoted they are to caring for your dog like it was there own. read more

Not a day goes by that I don't regret bringing my dog here for boarding. I checked my dog Nirvana in for boarding on February 6, 2023 in good health with no prior injuries. In the morning of February 7, 2023 I received text messages and photos of Nirvana from the manager Stacy that mentioned nothing of this injury. She said that Nirvana was doing just great via text. (see photos below) However, my dog looked very uncomfortable and now knowing that she had a torn ligament, it seems like she was not being properly cared for as the photos so her sitting in an office chair, meaning that they were having her crawl in and out of the chair while she was injured, and also putting her in a situation where she could've further injured herself. On February 8, 2023 I received a phone call from the manager Stacey, stating that Nirvana had suffered a minor sprain while boarding, and had developed a limp. Allegedly Nirvana was examined by a veterinarian Dr.Sarah Love who is their "resident" Vet (owner's wife). They advised me that the "minor injury" would heal naturally within a few weeks, and that no further care or diagnostics was deemed to be needed by Dr. Love. Nirvana's medical records prove she never had a limp/injury before this incident. Because of the dishonesty and lack of transparency about the injury in boarding, my dog did not get the proper medical care she needed in an appropriate amount of time. A few months passed and she continued to not heal, and seemed to be in pain. In autumn of 2023 I took her in for an examination from a vet in our local community of Santa Monica, CA. The staff was immediately very concerned and asking for medical records from the initial examination. I explained that no medical records were ever provided and despite making multiple phone calls to contact Rocky Mountain Pet Resort or Dr. Sarah love for medical records of the alleged exam that took place, they have refused to cooperate or provide any records. After receiving radiology in October 2023, and proper care here in California, my dog was diagnosed with a permanent ligament injury. She has been prescribed medication that she permanently hast to take that she never had to take before prior to this injury. The veterinarian made it very clear that if the injury had been properly disclosed at the time, and had been properly examined by a medical professional, that there was more that could have been done when the initial injury took place. Unfortunately, because Rocky Mountain pet resort intentionally deceived me regarding the severity of her injury neglected to provide Nirvana proper care in a timely manner in response to the injury. The injury has now become a chronic permanent injury that does not have any options as far as further surgeries or treatment. Rocky Mountain Pet Resort has been so difficult regarding the situation that they have even asked me to no longer contact them, yet they were never able to professionally respond to the situation either. They have refused any refunds for her care, and I have accumulated many medical bills for my dog since bringing her to this facility. The worst part is that my dog lives in chronic pain on a daily basis, and she is in so much pain that she does not even want to go down the stairs to use the restroom. She used to be able to enjoy her quality of life after being rescued by me and we used to be able to go on long walks around the Los Angeles Marina now she is barely able to complete a quarter mile walk around our neighborhood. She constantly is licking the injury and also this creates other concerns like she could cause an infection because she licks her self to the point where there is a open wound out of pain. Now she also has to wear an E collar often, and that is not very comfortable for her. Her life was never like this until she boarded at Rocky Mountain Pet Resort. I took ample time to disclose Nirvana's special needs due to her situation as a rescue dog. Stacey assured me that Rocky Mountain Pet Resort had the capacity to work with her as a rescue dog and handle her special accommodations that we had discussed. This injury could've been easily prevented had the boarding facility followed the appropriate care for my dog. Prior to boarding Nirvana I took the time to disclose her special needs, and it was discussed that she was from Los Angeles an unfamiliar with snow. It was also disclosed that she cannot really be around other dogs. During this conversation Stacey was provided very detailed directions to not walk her without a leash on and keep her away from other dogs. And if needed to minimize walks, and to not take her on the snow. They ignored all special care instructions & fed her food that could have triggered intestinal bleeding! read more

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I can't say enough good things! Amazing facility , amazing staff they genuinely love the pets as their own! My bulldogs love it! The on site vet care is amazing. The property is beautiful! Owner is great and really takes pride in this gem he has in beautiful yampa valley! I do not usually board and have always been afraid to and now I am so comfortable I will use them whenever I can! Highly recommend , I live an hour away but so worth the gorgeous drive! read more

RMPR is the only boarding facility that I trust with our 2 dogs. I have to drive almost an hour from my home to get there but it is worth it as they truly care about dogs. My 62 lb Labrador and 18 lb Cavalier usually share a king size enclosure which also allows access to an outdoor fenced extension of their kennel. They enjoy playtime together (but without other dogs) outside in a large play yard. My dogs used to play fetch with staff, but at 12 yo, they now just smell everything and enjoy pets and cuddles. The floor is cool in the Summer and heated in the Winter, but we do bring our own dog beds and blankies (which are washed before pick-up). Our dogs do well at RMPR and so do I as I can get friendly updates by phone when away. read more

We have used Rocky Mountain Pet Resorts for years, we had two dogs and one cat. When we first moved to Routt County I volunteered at the animal shelter and other volunteers said it was great. The place is clean, lots of exercise opportunities offered and great staff. As my animals aged staff has been understanding about their special needs. read more

There's something you need to know while reading this review. I have boarded my dog at 2 places before Rocky Mountain Pet Resort and have had horrible experiences - the first time was a kennel in Texas where my dog was knee'd across his kennel and left without food or water for over 14 hours (they had video available to owners and I actually watched mine). The second was a place, again in Texas, with very nice people but my dog was stressed and didn't eat for a whole week - when we picked him up he was emaciated, weak, and on the verge of collapsing. So you can imagine how nervous I was bringing him to another boarding kennel, no matter how competent or wonderful they SEEMED. But I HAD to board him because I was going to a wedding in Steamboat Springs and there was nowhere for him to go (I had been camping with the dog a few nights before but the night before and night of the wedding I was staying in a hotel that doesn't allow dogs). Enter Rocky Mountain Pet Resort. The drive is beautiful - that whole area of Colorado is incredibly gorgeous. You take a dirt road along the HUGE property for about a quarter mile before you get to the actual kennel. Along the dirt road I saw 4 staff members walking 4 very happy dogs on those long retractable leashes. When I pulled up to the office and went inside, everything was clean and didn't smell bad like most kennels. The lady at the desk was really nice...I think she could tell I was anxious. She brought me back to see my dog's kennel and assured me he would get plenty of exercise - with the cost of boarding they have 3 playtimes per day for the dog. They give you the option to pay extra for walks, extra playtime, and swim time. I paid for 2 walks, 2 swim times, and 2 extra play times per day so that my dog would be distracted and never get bored (he's very high energy). When I picked my dog up 2 days later, he was of course super excited to see me but wasn't trying to race out the door like he was at the other kennels, and he looked healthy and happy and well-exercised (if he doesn't get enough exercise he gets super hyper, so I know they exercised him like they said they would). He also ate most of his food, and that's a huge accomplishment because if he's stressed he won't eat. I almost cried I was so happy with them - it was like he had a nice playcation with Rocky Mountain Pet Resort instead of going to an inhumane jail like most kennels. I life about 4.5 hours away in Fountain, CO, but if I ever have to board my dog again, I will be taking him to Rocky Mountain Pet Resort. I trust that they will treat him like their own. read more

We used to leave our cats home when we were away and count on a friend to feed, water, and clean the litter box. It always seemed like they were extremely lonely and managed to make a mess of the house. Last year we decided to leave them with Rocky Mountain Pet Resort for 2 weeks. They were glad to see us when we returned but we knew they were given plenty of love and attention. They stayed together in the same pen (some of the cat rooms even have a window with a Colorado view) and got time in the hallway to run around more and play. We were so grateful for the TLC our cats received while we were away. The cost is completely reasonable and worth every penny! read more

My cat loves going to Rocky Mountain Pet Resort - or as he calls it, "The Spa." - He has been to other kennels, but nothing like the roomy kennels for cats. Not the usual "crate" type kennel for cats, but a walk in kennel with a ledge overlooking the great outdoors. How good is that? Joel and Tonya and their well-trained staff give caring service for your pet. I often see staff members playing outdoors in an enclosed area with the dogs and walking dogs along the private dirt road. read more