The Cat Spa

We decided to try The Cat Spa and Kennel because we don’t have anybody to watch our 1 ½ year old cats while we’re out of town. We’re very glad we went with them because they did an excellent job taking care of our girls. The rate is very reasonable and they gave our cats a lot of attention and love. You can tell that this business is run by people who love cats. We’ll definitely be back!

After reading all of the reviews, I decided to board my 2 cats here. I was going out of town for 10 days and wanted my cats cared for with daily human interaction. My cats are on a prescription food and I specifically told them no other food is to be given. They were fed canned food and the food I took was still mostly full when I picked them up. Now one of my cats has diarrhea.
Next up, one of my boys hates to travel and poops in his crate which he did on the way there. I pointed that out when we were putting him in his enclosure. I offered to clean it up and was told they would take care of that. Not only was the dried poop still in the carrier, there was poop on my cat which had been there long enough that it had dried & matted into his fur. Poor guy, spent a stressful time away from home with dried poop on his back I can only assume was from the ride there. To get the poop off and because he smelled so bad I had to bathe him after getting home. He hates getting wet.
Since one cat had the runs, there was dried poop on the floor of the enclosure, the litterbox had been scooped but was dirty and looked as though it hadn’t been cleaned in days.
Both cats came home with a cold, sneezing and stuffed up.
Well, that’s my experience — you decide if you want your cat there or not. I’ll find a different option if I have to board them again. I was really hoping for the best.

I love this place. I took my cat there while I was in the process of moving and she was very well taken care of. I love that place and I recommend to anyone.

Upon the recommendation of a neighbor, I took my cat there for the first time recently. Since I had never boarded my cat before, I did so with a little trepidation, as he usually stays with a friend when I have to go away for a night or two.
A few things I wasn’t happy about:
When I dropped my cat off, the staff member on duty had his feet up talking on the phone in the reception area. (and the whole front office smelled like he’d just smoked a cigarette). Instead of hanging up the phone on what was obviously a personal call, he left me standing there while he walked to the back room to finish up his call, taking about 10 minutes to hash thru some personal issue. Not impressed.
I wrote specific feeding instructions down and left them with Shawn. I also made a point of telling him my cat drank a lot of water. When I handed him my bag of dry cat food he asked whether my cat ate canned food – I specifically said «no», he only ate the dry.
When I picked my cat up I saw the owner pull a paper plate out of my cat’s cage that had had the remnants of canned food on it. The most upsetting thing however, was the fact my cat had no water in his dish. This was wholly unacceptable. When I told the owner I wasn’t happy about the fact, she said they were just getting there and preparing to feed and water the animals. Funny, since I saw she and Shawn out the back door having a cigarette when I walked in about 9:15. Didn’t seem like they were in any hurry to make sure my cat had what he needed. They leave on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. and don’t return until Monday at 9:00 a.m. Given those hours, I would think they’d leave enough water for a cat when they know it drinks a lot and they’ll be gone nearly 24 hours. When we got home, my cat drank and drank; obviously thirsty.
Less concerning was the fact that there wasn’t even enough litter in the litter box to adequately cover the bottom of the box once the cat had covered his poop and pee.
I see all of the reviews here are from people who’ve had only positive experiences. I’m afraid that wasn’t the case where I was concerned. I won’t be taking my cat back to a place where his most basic need was not met. Too bad, as I had high hopes.

I’ve been using The Cat Spa for a few years now, and even though it’s always been a bit of a drive for me from Boulder, it’s been completely worth it.
Each cat condo has a little flap for access to an outside caged area with climbing logs (you can flip through the photo gallery on their website to see it), so that coupled with not having dogs around makes for a stress-​free and relaxing stay for my cat. Donna and the gentleman who helps her (his name escapes me) are fantastic and have been doing this for years. One cat threw up in his carrier on the way over a few years ago, and Donna bathed him and cleaned him up so well. I’m never worried about my cat when I’m away at they’re at Cat Spa.
The condos do not come with pet beds, and they’re all wood boards, so make sure to bring a pet bed and other comfort items from home.
The $ 13/​day fee is very reasonable given that you’d pay that or more at other kennels which wouldn’t be as nice. The price comes with either wet or dry food (their site states it’s «Authority dry Premium Cat Food as well as Friskies canned food»), but you can always bring your own (as I do).
Word of advice: They book up quickly for major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Memorial Day, Labor Day, July 4^th), so if you know you need them over a holiday call them ASAP to reserve a condo. I typically go out of state for the holidays in December, so I always call them as soon as my plans are established, usually in September or October. This past Christmas, they said they were fully booked two or so weeks before Christmas, so keep that mind.

I am SO pleased with The Cat Spa and the help they have given me during a very stressful time. The spa has such a nice set up for any cats stay and I am confident they take great care of their guests. This is really the dream vacation for any cat.

Love the Cat Spa! We have been coming here for years. Both our cats get medication twice a day, one is diabetic and one has renal disease, so he gets an IV. Donna & Sean are phenomenal with our cats. You can tell they love what they do. It is always clean and the indoor-​outdoor town houses are great! Very accommodating with schedules too. You can bring your kitty toys, beds and their own food so they feel at home. Highly recommend this business.

I brought my cat here for three nights after winning a voucher for a free four day stay. My cat gets a pill every day, and they were able to do that without a problem or additional charge. The voucher also included a bath — which she seemed to tolerate (and she smelled great when I picked her up). Considering my cat had never been boarded before, she did just fine. I would bring her back! I would recommend that owners bring blankets and beds for the kennels, since they are all wooden. I wished I had brought more than the little pet blanket I brought.

I have a big, fluffy beast. (Ragdoll) His winter fur is mostly manageable except the usual areas (belly, ‘sanitary area’) and I thought a nice brush out and a belly/​sanitary shave would make life better. When I got him only two hours later, he was bathed, ears cleaned and had a great brush and belly shave. He looked like he lost weight she got so much fur out of him! Donna (I believe is the groomer) is great and truly loves cats. Sean was very nice and helpful with making my appointment.
I think my cat was happy there… there were other kitties lounging and greeting me at the door, and he just snooped around like he owned the place when I let him out of his carrier. I will be back – they do a great job, aren’t overpriced, and really care about your kitty.

My cat does really well when I have his stay here. The outdoor «cat run» is great! Their are very reasonable in price and have a friendly staff.

Just took my cat in for his first groom. He needed a total shave and doesn’t generally like to be groomed. Despite his contankerous nature he is now sports a cute little lions cut and smells heavenly from his bath. The staff didn’t hesistate to make the appt even after I warned them he might be grouchy. Definitely will return for routine maintenance.,

The cat spa is wonderful– we have tried other kennels in the Denver area, and always had cranky cats when we came back from our trips. At the spa, they are relaxed and happy, and they love the outdoor condos! Also, the cat spa allows you to bring your own food (our cats eat on a raw diet) and gives you a discount! Plus Sean gave us an excellent vet clinic recommendation when we moved downtown. Well worth the trip out to Wheat Ridge

Prices for boarding a cat are outrageous in Denver! So, I was ecstatic when I found The Cat Spa offering an affordable option just outside of Denver in Wheat Ridge. For just $ 12 a day, your furry companion will have her own «townhouse» kennel which consists of an upstairs and downstairs and she will have access to an outdoor kennel as well. The «townhomes» are made of wood so they don’t have that cold, sterile feeling of the typical metal cages found in most veterinary clinics.
It is a bit of a drive from Denver, but the price and accommodations are well worth it.
Extra bonus — they offer a 10% discount to first-​time clients.