Pinnacle K9

★ 4.8 · 69 Google reviews·Dog trainer·Elbert, CO
Pinnacle K9, Elbert
DaycareBoarding
Dogs Away score9.5 /10Exceptional · 69 reviews · top 33% in Colorado Springs
Sources
Behind the 9.5
Reviews read
69 on Google
Average stars
4.80 ★
Rank
#16 of 52 in Colorado Springs
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Published rate$45 /nightFrom their website, 2026-07-07
Sources
Behind the $45
Source
Pinnacle K9’s own website
Checked on
2026-07-07
Rate type
First dog, standard night
“Luxury Dog Boarding $45 Per Overnight … Doggie Daycare - $30”
Open their price page ↗

Pinnacle K9 is a dog trainer in Elbert, CO, offering daycare & boarding. It scores 9.5/10 (exceptional) from 69 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars — #16 of 52 in Colorado Springs. Its website lists boarding from $45 per night and daycare from $30 per day. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 5.

Staff on site overnightStated on the facility’s own website.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Publishes its ratesQuoted below with a link to the source page.

About this place

Pinnacle K9 offers the highest quality dog training and boarding services in Black Forest, Denver, and Colorado Springs, CO. Our founder and master trainer, Chris Dunlap, is a nationally known trainer with unparalleled dog training experience. We offer expert dog training on our beautiful 40-acre ranch in Black Forest, Colorado, including basic & advanced training retreats, private lessons, and group classes. Our luxury dog boarding and doggie daycare are the best in Black Forest, Denver, Colora

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
TrainingDaycareBoarding Confirmed on their own website
Type
Other
Boarding rate
$45/night
Daycare rate
$30/day
Open 24 hours
No
Booking & cameras
Online booking & owner portal via GingrFound on their website, 2026-10-03
Rank in Colorado Springs
#16 of 52
Google rating
★4.8 (69)
From downtown
19.2 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

5/27

5 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-08-06. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza
Their words
“Vaccinations Needed: Rabies, DHLPP, Bordetella. Administer vaccines 2-5 days before boarding.”pinnaclek9.com/
Bordetella lead time2 days before arrival
Their words
“Administer vaccines 2-5 days before boarding. Bordetella must be given at least 24 hours prior.”pinnaclek9.com/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“Email vaccination records to [email protected] for check-in”pinnaclek9.com/
Operations3 of 21 published
Staff on site overnightYes — a person is on site
Their words
“We are onsite 24 hours a day to ensure the best care for your pet.”pinnaclek9.com/
Outdoor accessYard — described by reviewers, not stated by the facility
Customer quote on their site
“The facility is really nice with a lot of outdoor space.”pinnaclek9.com/
FeedingFollows owner's feeding instructions
Their words
“Feeding schedule: Once in AM & PM, or as instructed by the [owner]”pinnaclek9.com/
Show 21 policies not published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.5ExceptionalDogs Away score
5 ★65
4 ★0
3 ★1
2 ★0
1 ★3
★ 4.80Google average
69reviews behind the score
★ 4.67Colorado Springs average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

friendly staff 21board and train 8slack leash walking 5dog happiness 4reactive dog training 3clean facility 3dog comfort 3rescue dog training 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Booking terms & safety

Cancellation
$45 cancellation fee if not cancelled 48 hours beforeStated on their website
Holiday minimum stay
Minimum 3-night stay for major holidaysStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Price history

Published rate for the same product as today, from archived copies of the facility’s own rate page.
YearBoardingDaycareSource
2023$45/night$30/dayArchived page, 2023-12-10
2024$45/night$30/dayArchived page, 2024-11-04
2025$45/night$30/dayArchived page, 2025-12-28
Now$45/night$30/dayTheir website, 2026-07-07

First-dog standard rate, lower end of any range. How this feeds the market trend: Dogs Away Boarding Price Index.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–6 PM
Tue
8 AM–6 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–6 PM
Fri
8 AM–6 PM
Sat
8 AM–6 PM
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

COS · Colorado Springs
17.5 mi
DEN · Denver International
56.3 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

12900 Murphy Rd, Elbert, CO 80106

19.2 miles from downtown Colorado Springs · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Pinnacle K9

What services does Pinnacle K9 offer?
Pinnacle K9 is listed as a dog trainer in Elbert, CO, offering daycare, boarding.
How much does Pinnacle K9 charge?
Its website lists overnight boarding at $45 per night and daycare at $30 per day (first-dog standard rate, checked 2026-07-07). Holiday surcharges and add-ons vary; confirm when booking. The Colorado Springs median published boarding rate is $48/night.
What vaccines does Pinnacle K9 require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, leptospirosis · Not mentioned: canine influenza.
Is someone on site overnight at Pinnacle K9?
Yes — a person is on site, according to the facility's own website.
How does Pinnacle K9 compare with other Colorado Springs facilities?
It ranks #16 of 52 in the Colorado Springs index by Dogs Away score (9.5/10, exceptional), based on 69 Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Pinnacle K9, Elbert, CO. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-08-06. https://dogsaway.co/colorado-springs-co/pinnacle-k9/

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