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 61 min from Folsom
- Sacramento County
Dog and cat boarding near Folsom
Happy Paws Kennels is about 61 minutes and 47 miles from Folsom, via Blue Ravine Road, US 50, I-80 and Highway 113. Dogs board from $52 a night and cats from $35 on the 2026 rates.
Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates)
Folsom at a glance
- Drive to 6677 Midway Roadabout 61 minutes, 47.2 miles by way of US 50 and I-80 and Highway 113
- Peopleabout 84,000
- Householdsabout 30,000
- Households with a dog (estimate)about 13,600
- Households with a cat (estimate)about 9,600
- Homes owned by the people living in themabout 69.7%
- Households with childrenabout 37.3%
- Adults who are veteransabout 5.1%
- Residents who moved in the past yearabout 14.1%
- ZIP codes95630, 95671
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.
Folsom's median household income is about $139,800, and a median home value near $755,200. It is also one of the longest drives on these pages, just over an hour, so this trip is best for stays of a week or more.
Quick facts
- About 47 miles and 61 minutes
- Median household income about $139,800
- 42 percent of homes built since 2000
- Day care also available
Over an hour, by design
Folsom's route passes Blue Ravine Road, Folsom Boulevard and East Bidwell Street onto US 50 for 22.5 miles, then I-80 west for 15.7 and Highway 113 for 4.1. Total 47.2 miles, 40.3 miles in a straight line. Free-flow time is 61 minutes, the top of our range.
The Folsom household
Folsom has 29,963 households in the 95630 and 95671 ZIPs. About 70 percent own, 37 percent have children, and the median home was built in 1997. Median gross rent is $2,352.
Pet estimates are about 13,600 dog homes and 9,600 cat homes. These numbers are modeled from national averages.
Why drive an hour?
If you want a country setting on about ten acres, a large grass field and a run with a doggie door. Reviewers on Google give Happy Paws 4.9 stars from 133 reviews.
Reviewers mention caring, friendly people and the cleanliness of the kennel, and Google reviewers often mention photos.
Plan one trip each way
Book a morning drop-off (7:30 to 11:30 AM) and a pick-up window that suits your return. Two-week stays cost the reduced rate from the 14th night. Compare in the estimator and read our reviews.
Day-of logistics for a long drive
Aim for the morning window, 7:30 to 11:30 AM, so you are not driving back toward Folsom in the dark during winter months. Check-out is by 11:30 AM; afternoon pick-ups from 2:00 to 5:00 PM cost half the nightly fee. Both windows close for the lunch break from 11:30 to 2:00.
Cats and day care for the busy household
Folsom households with children often have a cat as well as a dog. Cats are $35 a night on the 2026 rates in a private four-level condo. For the days around a trip, dog day care is $38 a day, and the buy-10-get-12 package is $380 for one dog.
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 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...
This place is fantastic! I have one super easy going dog and one that is very much the opposite, she takes a long time to be comfortable with strangers and can be aggressive. I chose Happy Paws originally because the dogs can go in and out without having to be put on a leash. I am so happy I made that decision. Now my...
Answers
Folsom 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 long is the drive from Folsom?
About 61 minutes and 47 miles, free-flow.
What is the Google rating?
4.9 stars from 133 reviews.
Do you offer day care?
Yes, dog day care is $38 a day on the 2026 rates.
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.