First Class kennel
6 x 8 ft inside · 48 + 72 sq ft in/out
Fits extra large dogs, two or three large dogs, or a whole litter of Chihuahuas.
$721 dog, per night
Each additional dog sharing $61 · military or 14+ nights $65
- About 51 min from Citrus Heights
- Sacramento County
Dog and cat boarding near Citrus Heights
Happy Paws Kennels is about 51 minutes and 40 miles from Citrus Heights, on I-80 west to Highway 113 south. Dogs board from $52 a night and cats from $35 on the 2026 rates.
Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates)
Citrus Heights at a glance
- Drive to 6677 Midway Roadabout 51 minutes, 39.6 miles by way of I-80 and Highway 113 and US 40 Historic
- Peopleabout 87,000
- Householdsabout 34,000
- Households with a dog (estimate)about 15,300
- Households with a cat (estimate)about 10,800
- Homes owned by the people living in themabout 60.7%
- Households with childrenabout 27.4%
- Adults who are veteransabout 6.7%
- Residents who moved in the past yearabout 12%
- ZIP codes95610, 95621
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates; OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap (free-flow, no traffic); pet households = ACS households x AVMA 2024 shares (an estimate, not a count). Drive time is free-flow and runs slow on Midway Road; allow extra time.
Citrus Heights is an incorporated city of about 87,000 people and 33,700 households, with a median year built of 1977. The shortest route to the kennel is I-80 for about 32 miles.
Quick facts
- About 40 miles and 51 minutes
- I-80 west for 32 miles
- About 61 percent of homes owner-occupied
- Veteran adults near 6.7 percent
Citrus Heights to Dixon
Join I-80 west, ride about 31.8 miles, then take US 40 Historic for about 2 miles, Highway 113 for about 4 and a county road for the last mile. Total 39.6 miles, 34.4 miles as the crow flies. Free-flow time about 51 minutes.
Citrus Heights households
The city has two ZIP codes (95610 and 95621). About 61 percent of households own, median income is about $82,300, median rent is $1,827, and about 27 percent of households have children. The median age is 38.7.
Estimated pet homes: about 15,300 dogs and 10,800 cats. Around 4,600 adults are civilian veterans.
Weekend trips
If your trip heads west toward the coast on I-80, the kennel is on your way. For the Sierra, I-80 goes the other way, so a morning drop-off on Friday is a detour of about 50 minutes each direction.
If that is too far, book for the whole weekend so you only drive once each way. The afternoon pick-up (2:00 to 5:00 PM) costs half the nightly fee.
Costs for a long weekend
Three nights of Business Class for one dog is 3 x $59 = $177 on the 2026 rates. A cat condo for three nights is 3 x $35 = $105.
What customers mention
Google reviewers rate the kennel 4.9 stars from 133 reviews. Common themes are caring and friendly people, a very clean facility, and photos during the stay. Read the full text on the reviews page before you decide on the drive. A seven-night stay in Business Class for one dog is 7 x $59 = $413 on the 2026 rates.
Small pets and cats
Households here sometimes keep a rabbit, guinea pig or bird besides the dog or cat. Small pets board as well, with no price listed, so please ask when you call, and we may ask you to provide the cage. The small pet page lists the species.
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 ratesVisit or call
6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620
| 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 |
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Choose a kennel
Three kennel classes, 2026 prices
Business Class kennel
5 x 6 ft inside · 30 + 60 sq ft in/out
Fits a pair of large dogs, or one who doesn't like to share.
$591 dog, per night
Each additional dog sharing $50 · military or 14+ nights $53
Economy Class kennel
4 x 4 ft inside · 16 + 48 sq ft in/out
Fits several small or medium dogs, or one large dog.
$521 dog, per night
Each additional dog sharing $44 · military or 14+ nights $47
2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. An afternoon pick-up is charged half of the nightly rate. All-inclusive: no extra charge for special feedings, medications or walks.
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Estimate from our 2026 rates (effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026). Your final total is confirmed at check-in. Military and 14+ night rates are the same reduced 1-dog rate; the estimator uses one, never both. See the full rate sheet.
Google reviews
What pet owners say
I love boarding my dog there because on vacation I know he'll be safe. Well treated heat and AC all is good. They send me photos of them and they're very very friendly staff. I highly recommend HAPPY PAWS to anyone.
I love this place and so do the dogs. They offers tours, have A/C and/or heat. They always look and smell super clean. They even filter the indoor air. They email pics of them playing. I have 2 large breeds that share a 1st class kennel. They even offer treats and baths. So nice to have a place I trust. Everyone is...
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Citrus Heights questions
Still have a question? Call 707-678-6600 (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the boarding FAQ.
How far is Citrus Heights from the kennel?
About 40 miles and 51 minutes free-flow.
How much is a weekend stay?
Three nights in Business Class is $177 on the 2026 rates, three nights for a cat is $105.
Is afternoon pick-up cheaper?
An afternoon pick-up after the 11:30 check-out is half the nightly fee.
Happy Paws Kennels
Ask about your dates
Send your dates and pets and the kennel will get back to you. Holiday stays need a 50% deposit 30 days before drop-off, so ask early.
6677 Midway RoadDixon, CA 95620707-678-6600
| 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 |
Check-out is by 11:30 AM. An afternoon pick-up is charged half of the nightly rate.