--- title: Boarding a Chinese Shar-Pei | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chinese-shar-pei/ 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/) - Chinese Shar-Pei # Boarding a Chinese Shar-Pei A Chinese Shar-Pei usually fits a Business Class kennel, 5 x 6 ft inside, at $59 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits a Business Class kennel $59 a night ยท 5 x 6 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 45 to 60 lb - **Height (AKC):** 18 to 20 in - **Kennel:** Business Class, 5 x 6 ft - **Per night:** $59 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $40 to $45 The AKC lists a Chinese Shar-Pei at 18 to 20 inches and 45 to 60 pounds, so one fits a Business Class kennel (5x6 ft, $59 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the short column is $40 at 26 to 50 pounds and $45 at 51 to 75 pounds; please ask to confirm. 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). **Business Class kennel, 2026 rates** | Stay | One Chinese Shar-Pei | Second dog from your home sharing | | --- | --- | --- | | 3 nights | 3 x $59 = $177 | 3 x $50 = $150 | | 7 nights | 7 x $59 = $413 | 7 x $50 = $350 | | 14 nights (reduced rate) | 14 x $53 = $742 | 14 x $50 = $700 | ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Chinese Shar-Pei breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/chinese-shar-pei/) - [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/) - [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/) ### 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 medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Boarding flat-faced (brachycephalic) dogs in the heat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/flat-faced-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) ## 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 - [Italian Greyhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/italian-greyhound/) - [Greyhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/greyhound/) - [Anatolian Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/anatolian-shepherd/) - [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/) 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/). ### Which kennel fits a Shar-Pei? Business Class at $59 a night. ### What does a Shar-Pei bath cost? $40 at 26 to 50 pounds, $45 at 51 to 75 in the short column on the 2024 chart; please ask to confirm. ### Does a Shar-Pei share? A run of its own is the easy choice.