Shady Pines is located on a very quiet street with no thru-traffic in Vallejo, California - about 30 miles outside of San Francisco. Our home is 100% level with no stairs inside or out, fully climate controlled and securely gated around the entire property. The 360 degree fencing allows the doors to be open, giving freedom to move in and out for bathroom breaks, sunbathing, and cooling off as needed.

Our boarding service is small scale and boutique. We keep the numbers low to allow as much individualized attention as possible, as well as making sure the energy in the house is mellow. Many of our seniors are only interested in napping, low-key dog socializing, and human companionship. Other older pups who still have energy and ability can go for gentle neighborhood walks, explore the marina, sniff around parks on Mare Island or the beaches in nearby Benicia.

Through my shelter work as well as assisting at a weekly vet clinic at a local daycare, I’ve acquired a vast array of hands on experience with every type of medication (from pills, to IV fluids to injections), CPR, wound care and general wellness assessment. We are also well versed in every type of food, as well as dealing with picky eaters.