--- title: Boarding a Skye Terrier | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/skye-terrier/ 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/) - Skye Terrier # Boarding a Skye Terrier A Skye Terrier 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) [Usually fits an Economy Class kennel $52 a night ยท 4 x 4 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 35 to 45 lb - **Height (AKC):** 9.5 to 10 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $55 A Skye Terrier is low and long, 9.5 to 10 inches tall and about 35 to 45 pounds by the AKC, with a double coat 5.5 inches long, 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 $55 at 26 to 50 pounds; please ask to confirm. Ten inches tall and twice as long, the Skye is a terrier with a curtain of hair hanging to the ground. The kennel is a simple fit; the coat is the part to think through. ## Short on legs, big on weight The standard asks for an ideal shoulder height of 10 inches for dogs and 9.5 for bitches, and the body length is about twice the height. A 35 to 45 pound dog this low is comfortable in Economy (about 16 square feet inside and 48 outside) at $52 a night. Two Skyes from one home share for $52 and $44. ## A double coat that hangs The undercoat is short, close, soft and woolly; the outer coat is hard, straight and flat, 5.5 inches long, parting from head to tail, with hair veiling the forehead and eyes. The bath chart's last column covers double coats, $55 at 26 to 50 pounds on the chart effective January 1, 2024. Long hair at ground level picks up dirt, so a bath near pick-up is a common choice. Please ask to confirm. ## Terrier spirit A terrier is quick, direct and sure of itself, in a small body. The large fenced play areas and the grass field fit that energy, and walks are included. Dogs see their neighbors through the fence but keep their own space, which helps a self-assured terrier stay calm. ## Keeping a long coat comfortable A coat this long traps heat. The air-conditioned side of the run keeps the dog comfortable in summer, and the dog chooses inside or outside through its doggie door. Staff carry belongings and walk the dog in from your car, so a low dog never crosses hot pavement alone. ## Records and booking Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella must be current through the last day, and the dog must arrive free of fleas and ticks. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. See [terriers](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/terriers/), the [Scottish Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/scottish-terrier/) and [Dandie Dinmont Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dandie-dinmont-terrier/). ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Skye Terrier breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/skye-terrier/) - [American Kennel Club - official Skye Terrier standard](https://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/SkyeTerrier.pdf) - [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 terriers](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/terriers/) - [Boarding small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Scottish Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/scottish-terrier/) - [Dandie Dinmont Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dandie-dinmont-terrier/) ## 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 - [American English Coonhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/american-english-coonhound/) - [Bergamasco Sheepdog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bergamasco-sheepdog/) - [Cirneco dell'Etna](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cirneco-delletna/) - [Komondor](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/komondor/) - [Dandie Dinmont Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dandie-dinmont-terrier/) - [English Foxhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/english-foxhound/) - [Labrador Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/labrador-retriever/) - [French Bulldog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/french-bulldog/) 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/). ### What kennel does a Skye Terrier need? Economy, 4x4 ft, at $52 a night on the 2026 rates. ### How much is a Skye Terrier bath? A double coat is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds on the 2024 chart. Please ask to confirm. ### Will the long hair be a problem? It collects dirt, so many owners ask for a bath near pick-up.