--- title: Boarding a Shetland Sheepdog | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/shetland-sheepdog/ 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/) - Shetland Sheepdog # Boarding a Shetland Sheepdog A Shetland Sheepdog usually fits an Economy Class kennel, 4 x 4 ft inside, at $52 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) - **Weight (AKC):** 15 to 25 lb - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $45 A Shetland Sheepdog is a small to medium dog, 15 to 25 pounds by the AKC, with a long double coat, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart the Double Coated column is $45 at 16 to 25 pounds. AKC calls the Sheltie extremely intelligent, quick and obedient, a herder from the Shetland Islands with a strong family resemblance to the Collie. A smart dog notices every new thing at a kennel. ## Economy At 13 to 16 inches and 15 to 25 pounds, a Sheltie fits Economy. Two Shelties from one home share for $52 plus $44, which helps a sensitive dog. ## The big coat on a small dog The long outer coat sits over a soft, dense undercoat. AKC rates shedding at 3 of 5. The chart cell for a Sheltie at 16 to 25 pounds is $45 in the Double Coated column, or $35 for a dog at 15 pounds or less. Mats form behind the ears, so brush the day before drop-off. ## Sensitive and alert Some Shelties react to sound. Dogs see neighbors through the fence but have their own space, and a nervous dog can retreat to the inside half. A quiet check-in at the car helps. ## Energy AKC rates it 4 of 5. A Sheltie is quick, so a game in the fenced area is fun. Herding dogs may circle or bark at other dogs; tell staff if yours does. ## Brushing Brush behind the ears, along the ruff and the britches the day before drop-off. A matted double coat is hard to dry after a bath. ## Quiet check-in Shelties pay close attention to tone. A calm hello at the car and a short note on the form about sounds your dog dislikes helps the staff. ## What a stay costs A 4-night stay in Economy is 4 x $52 on the 2026 rates. A second dog from the same home is $44, and 14 nights or more is $47 a night; active military families pay that same reduced rate (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm). ## Seasons and records A long coat holds heat. About 100 days a year hit 90 degrees at Vacaville (NOAA), so the air-conditioned inside half is useful. Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella records must be good through the last day, and your dog should be 16 weeks or older before the first day. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Shetland Sheepdog breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/shetland-sheepdog/) - [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 small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) - [Boarding medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Boarding double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Collie](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/collie/) ## 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 - [Brittany](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/brittany/) - [Cocker Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cocker-spaniel/) - [Border Collie](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/border-collie/) - [Miniature American Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/miniature-american-shepherd/) - [Belgian Malinois](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/belgian-malinois/) - [Vizsla](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/vizsla/) - [Chihuahua](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chihuahua/) - [Pug](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pug/) 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/). ### Does a Sheltie need a bath? You can add one before pick-up. Ask for the price. ### Is my Sheltie too small to share with a big dog? Dogs share only with a housemate. ### What does a stay cost? $52 a night in Economy on the 2026 rates.