Shady Days Kennel

Shady Days Kennel is a breeder of French bulldog and Rottweiler in Highland, NY, Ulster County near Poughkeepsie. Martin Barrington has been breeding dogs for more than ten years and participates in national breed clubs, ensuring all dogs receive health testing for hip and cardiac conditions, including routine eye examinations. Puppies are raised in a home setting with daily socialization and supervised access to outdoor run areas designed for safety and enrichment.

Adult dogs live alongside family members and experience regular interaction with visitors, which supports calm temperaments suited to both family and working roles. Shady Days Kennel emphasizes gentle handling and early training to help puppies adjust smoothly to new environments and family routines. The kennel operates on a century-old family farm with multiple shaded pastures that offer a relaxed backdrop for both safe puppy play and supervised adult exercise.