Boarding a Scottish Terrier

The Scottie is short-legged, confident and called the Diehard for good reason. A kennel run should suit a dog with opinions.

Small, sturdy, independent

At 10 inches tall and 18 to 22 pounds, a Scottie fits Economy, 4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates. The AKC lists good-with-dogs as with supervision, and a run of one is the simple choice.

Coat and baths

A wiry topcoat and soft dense undercoat, black, wheaten or brindle per the AKC, with beard and leg furnishings and occasional shedding. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, a 16 to 25 pound dog is $45 in the double coated column. Please ask to confirm.

Independent, spirited, vocal

The AKC says Scotties are aloof with strangers and have a strong hunting instinct, and its characteristics mark a barking level of likes to be vocal. They enjoy brisk walks and upbeat play. The daily walks that are included and the fenced play areas suit that.

Heat, cold and the run

A short-legged dog is close to hot pavement. At check-in staff may scoop and hurry on a hot day. The air-conditioned indoor side of the run gives a Scottie relief.

A confident dog in a new place

The AKC describes a Scottie as independent, confident and dignified. Many Scotties settle quickly in a run with a view of the fence line. Bring one toy, but not the favorite, and remove any metal pinch (prong) collar before check-in.

Other animals and neighbors

Because the AKC notes a strong hunting instinct, a run of one is the simple choice. The runs let dogs see neighbors through the fence while each keeps its own space. A Scottie from your own home can share with another small dog at $44 for the second.

Rates and timing

Economy is $52 a night on the 2026 rates. A 5 night stay is 5 x $52 = $260. Drop-off and pick-up run daily from 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM.

Adding up a Scottish Terrier stay

These are 2026 rate-sheet prices, and the balance is due 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).