--- title: Boarding an Anatolian Shepherd | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/anatolian-shepherd/ business: Happy Paws Kennels address: 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 phone: 707-678-6600 hours: drop-off and pick-up every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2:00-5:00 PM type: Dog and cat boarding kennel on about 10 country acres; caring for pets in Dixon since 1971 rates: 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026 (dogs from $52 a night, cats $35 a night) --- - [Home](https://happypawskennels.com/) - [Breed guides](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/) - Anatolian Shepherd # Boarding an Anatolian Shepherd An Anatolian Shepherd usually fits a First Class kennel, 6 x 8 ft inside, at $72 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits a First Class kennel $72 a night ยท 6 x 8 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 80 to 150 lb - **Height (AKC):** 27 to 29 in - **Kennel:** First Class, 6 x 8 ft - **Per night:** $72 The AKC lists the Anatolian Shepherd Dog at 27 to 29 inches and 110 to 150 pounds for males and 80 to 120 pounds for females, so a male fits a First Class kennel (6x8 ft inside plus an outside run, $72 a night on the 2026 rates). The AKC calls the Anatolian a rugged, imposing flock guardian of ancient lineage, protective and territorial but also intelligent, patient and profoundly loyal. ## Room for a guardian With a male at up to 150 pounds, First Class is the right space: the largest runs here, with a Kuranda bed and blankets, an inside half and an outside half. A female nearer the low end of her range may be comfortable in Business Class (5x6 ft) at $59 a night. If you are between, ask us when you book. Two large dogs from the same home can share First Class. The second dog is $61 a night. ## Calm at home, watchful in a new place The AKC describes Anatolians as smart, devoted, responsive and adaptable, and says the breed tends to be wary toward others and instinctively protective. It also calls the breed calm and loving. On check-in day, put your notes on the boarding agreement and hand him over calmly. The AKC says an Anatolian must be kept on leash whenever he leaves the home. Metal pinch (prong) collars must be removed before check-in. ## A moderate day The AKC says an Anatolian needs only a moderate amount of exercise and is happy with a yard and a long walk once or twice a day. That matches a day here: walks are included, and the large fenced play areas and the grass field give him room to stretch his legs. The doggie door lets him decide between the run's inside and outside halves. ## Thick undercoat, warm afternoons The AKC says the Anatolian has a thick undercoat built for the elements, an outer coat that is quite short on most, and a heavy shed of the undercoat twice a year. In a Dixon summer, the air-conditioned inside half of the run is the cool place. In winter the runs are heated. For a bath, the chart effective January 1, 2024 lists $50 at 76 to 100 pounds and $65 over 100 pounds in the short column, or $75 and $85 in the double coated column. Staff decide which column applies, and we ask you to confirm the price. See [baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/). ## Dinner and medications The AKC says the breed does not tend to overeat. House food is free, and your own food is welcome in the original bag with the amount in cups. Medications are given at no extra charge. Pets must be 16 weeks or older, current on rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. ## Pricing a big dog's stay First Class is $72 a night, so 3 nights is $216 and 7 nights is $504. At 14 nights or more the rate is $65 a night, which comes to $910 for 14. Active military pay that same $65 rate; the rate sheet does not list the discounts as combining, so call 707-678-6600 to confirm. See the [large and giant dogs page](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/) for more on big-dog stays. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/anatolian-shepherd-dog/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) - [Happy Paws Kennels bathing rates effective January 1, 2024](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) ### 2026 nightly rates - First Class kennel $72 - Business Class kennel $59 - Economy Class kennel $52 - Cat condo $35 All-inclusive: food, medications and walks. 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026. [All 2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) ### Visit or call 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) | Drop-off and pick-up, every day | 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM | | --- | --- | | Tours, every day (no appointment) | 9:00 to 11:00 AM and 2:00 to 4:00 PM | [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin) ### Related - [Boarding giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/) - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Great Pyrenees](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/great-pyrenees/) - [Boarding large & giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/) ## Which kennel class fits? How many dogs? Biggest dog They will share one kennel Pick how many dogs and the biggest one's size. A guide from the sizes on our facility page. The staff confirm the right kennel when you book. ## Bath price finder Your dog's weight Coat Pick a weight and coat. From the bath chart effective January 1, 2024. The 2026 sheet prices baths on request, so please ask to confirm. Baths are for overnight boarders. ## Read next - [Leonberger](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/leonberger/) - [Old English Sheepdog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/old-english-sheepdog/) - [Jack Russell Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/jack-russell-terrier/) - [Rat Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/rat-terrier/) - [Pit Bull Type Dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pit-bull-type-dogs/) - [American Staffordshire Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/american-staffordshire-terrier/) - [Staffordshire Bull Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/staffordshire-bull-terrier/) - [Goldendoodle](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/goldendoodle/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the [boarding FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/). ### Is First Class required for an Anatolian? A male at 110 to 150 pounds fits First Class best at $72 a night. A female at the low end of the AKC range may fit Business Class at $59. ### Do Anatolians need a lot of exercise? The AKC says a moderate amount. Walks are included and the fenced play areas and field add room. ### How does the thick undercoat affect baths? The AKC says the undercoat sheds twice a year. On the 2024 chart the short column is $50 or $65 by weight, and double coated is higher; please ask to confirm. ### How should I prepare a protective dog for check-in? Put handling notes on the boarding agreement and hand him over calmly.