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Shepherd Sanctuary

182 Porters Lake Station Rd, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1N5

5.0

40 Google reviews

Cage-freeStaff overnightOutdoor yardClimate controlledOvernight potty breaks

Overview

Shepherd Sanctuary is a 5-star dog daycare and boarding facility located in Porters Lake, Nova Scotia. They offer cage-free, home-like accommodations with outdoor play areas surrounded by natural scenery, small group daycare limited to 15 dogs daily, and 24/7 staff supervision. Services include nature walks, personalized attention, and regular photo updates for boarding guests.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free

Webcam

Staff overnight

Outdoor yard

Pool / water play

Small dog area

Accepts puppies

Reactive breeds

Medication admin

Grooming

Training

Climate controlled

Overnight potty breaks

Online booking

Spay/neuter required

Temperament test

Max capacity: 15 dogs

What Reviews Say

40 reviews analyzed

Shepherd Sanctuary receives exceptionally high praise for its personalized, 'home-away-from-home' approach to dog care, with owners Zac and Kendra frequently cited for their passion and transparency. Customers are particularly impressed by the kennel-free boarding, private wooded trail hikes, and the frequent social media updates that provide peace of mind. The facility is highly recommended for high-energy breeds and rescue dogs due to the staff's attentive and accommodating nature.

Dog happiness

5.0

Staff

5.0

Safety

5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

Drop-off / pickup

4.9

Facility

4.8

People love

Kennel-Free Environment(5)Social Media Updates(12)Nature Hikes/Trails(7)Exhausted/Tired Dogs(16)

Staff shoutouts

Zac(18 mentions)Kendra(13 mentions)Brady

Top Rated

5.0 stars from 40+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 5.0-star rating across 40 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating

5.0/ 5

Review scoreInsufficient topic coverage

Amenities5 of 14

Reviews40

Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.14

Max capacity

15 dogs

Pricing

Boarding

$60–$110/night

Daycare

$30–$55/day

Contact

Visit Website NaN 182 Porters Lake Station Rd, Porters Lake, NS B3E 1N5

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