Pet Boarding & Daycare
· Amherst, VA
Published in partnership with Shady Mountain Pet Retreat
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Shady Mountain Pet Retreat is a premier pet boarding and training facility established in 2005 and operated by Miriam Fields-Babineau, a world-class trainer and published author of 48 books on animal behavior. The facility offers luxury home-style boarding with large indoor/outdoor suites, 24/7 care, professional dog training programs (including virtual training), and specialized care for pets with individual needs. Known for strict health protocols, positive reinforcement training methods, and expertise working with multiple animal species, the retreat serves high-profile clients including government officials, celebrities, and athletes.
Best for: Serious dog owners seeking professional training, pet parents with dogs requiring specialized behavior modification, high-profile clients valuing privacy and exceptional care, owners of dogs with individual or special needs
Service area: Amherst, VA and surrounding central Virginia region
World-Class Training Expertise: Operated by Miriam Fields-Babineau, whose 48 published books are used in veterinary and animal behavior programs at Harvard, UC Davis, and other universities, and whose work has been translated into 10 languages.
Strict Health & Safety Standards: Requires hard copies of negative antigen fecal tests (including giardia and coccidia screening), all required vaccinations, and heartworm/flea preventatives—among the most stringent requirements in the state to protect guest pets.
24/7 Personal Care & Home Environment: Pets are never left alone overnight; the facility provides individual attention, exercise, and training in a luxury log retreat with large indoor/outdoor suites, creating a home-away-from-home experience.
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Phone: (434) 946-5464
Address: 890 Burley Hollow Rd, Amherst, VA 24521 (Get directions)
Website: shadymountainpetretreat.net