Boarding a Chinese Shar-Pei

The Shar-Pei is serene and loyal to its family. The folds and the coat shape the plan.

Coat and baths

The AKC describes a harsh, sandpapery coat with abundant folds of loose skin about the head, neck and shoulders, with regular shedding. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the short column is $40 at 26 to 50 pounds and $45 at 51 to 75. Please ask to confirm.

Independent, regal and loyal

The AKC calls Shar-Pei strong, regal, independent guardians, serene dogs famous for intelligence and loyalty, suspicious of strangers. Early socialization is essential. A quiet check-in works well.

Heat, cold and the run

Folds and a short muzzle want a cool place. The air-conditioned inside run keeps a Shar-Pei comfortable on hot days.

Socialization and the stay

The AKC says early training and socialization are essential for this breed and that Shar-Pei are suspicious of strangers and other dogs. The simplest plan is a Business Class run for your dog alone, and a calm hand-off in the parking lot. Staff walk your dog in from the car.

Skin folds and baths

Folds hold moisture, and a bath before pick-up can be added for boarders; please ask. Short harsh coats are quick to dry. Write down anything your vet has recommended for the skin on the boarding agreement.

Rates

At 45 to 60 pounds and 18 to 20 inches, a Shar-Pei fits Business Class (5x6 ft, $59 a night), a kennel for one who prefers not to share. Business Class is $59 a night on the 2026 rates, or $53 from 14 nights. A 7 night stay is 7 x $59 = $413.

A week for one Chinese Shar-Pei

Figures are from the 2026 rates. You pay the balance at pick-up. The reduced rate starts at 14 nights; active military families pay that same reduced rate, about 10 percent off (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm).