Drop-off 7:30-11:30 and 2-5, every day6677 Midway Road, DixonAccount login707-678-6600
Happy Paws Kennels
A dirt farm track beside an orchard on a clear day
  • About 38 min from Madison
  • Yolo County

Dog and cat boarding near Madison

Happy Paws Kennels is about 38 minutes from Madison, 26.7 miles with 17.6 on Interstate 505 and the last leg on Midway Road. Dogs stay from $52 a night and cats at $35 a night on the 2026 rates.

Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates)

Madison at a glance

  • Drive to 6677 Midway Roadabout 38 minutes, 26.7 miles by way of I-505 and Highway 16
  • Peopleabout 800
  • Householdsabout 240
  • Households with a dog (estimate)about 110
  • Households with a cat (estimate)about 80
  • Homes owned by the people living in themabout 93.6%
  • Households with childrenabout 20.9%
  • Adults who are veteransabout 1.4%
  • Residents who moved in the past yearabout 3.7%
  • ZIP codes95653, 95627

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.

Madison is a very small Yolo County farm community on Highway 16, and its owners reach the kennel by the same route as Esparto, six minutes sooner.

Quick facts

  • About 38 minutes and 26.7 miles
  • Interstate 505 for 17.6 miles
  • Cats and small pets welcome as well as dogs

The Highway 16 and I-505 route

Madison sits on Highway 16, only 1.0 mile of which is on your route before you join Interstate 505 for 17.6 miles. The rest is Midway Road. Estimated drive time is 38 minutes without traffic.

Compared with Esparto, 44 minutes, you save about six minutes; compared with Winters, 29 minutes, you add about nine. If you are coming with a friend from Winters, you can meet near the kennel.

A very small town

The Census counts about 800 people in about 235 households in Madison, nearly all owning their home, all in single-family houses, with a median home value of about $344,000. About 21 percent of households have children. National AVMA shares suggest about 110 dog households and 80 cat households, an estimate with a wide margin because the population is so small.

In a town like this, one trip carries a lot of weight. A phone call on 707-678-6600 before you leave will confirm the windows, the vaccine records and any questions.

What to expect on arrival

Leave your pet in the car at check-in. Staff carry belongings and walk your pet in, and on hot pavement they may scoop up a small dog and hurry. Bring one toy, not the favorite, and remove metal pinch (prong) collars.

The boarding agreement is signed once, even if you have an online account at ProPetware. Bookings are requests; the kennel confirms every reservation.

Small pets and cats

Rabbits, gerbils, hamsters, rats, guinea pigs and birds can stay; please ask, and you may be asked to bring their cage. Cats stay in individual four-level towers with their own litter box and blanket. Read about the cattery.

Prices on the 2026 rates

On the 2026 rates, Economy is $52 a night, Business Class $59 and First Class $72. A cat condo is $35. Stays of 14 nights or more are $47, $53 or $65 for dogs, and a second dog sharing the run pays $44, $50 or $61. Dog day care is $38 a day.

Sources (checked October 19, 2026)

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 rates

Visit or call

6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620

707-678-6600

Drop-off and pick-up, every day7:30 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

Book a stay

Choose a kennel

Three kennel classes, 2026 prices

8 ft6 ft

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

6 ft5 ft

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

4 ft4 ft

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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Price your stay

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Your estimate

Pick your dates to see an estimate from the 2026 rate sheet.

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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.

More for Madison families

Google reviews

What pet owners say

4.9 from 133 Google reviews Read them on Google

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...

Kaylin B., Google review, May 2026

Clean and well organized, with a friendly, helpful staff. Our two pitties love their periodic "vacation" stays at Happy Paws! We live an hour away, but it's well worth the drive. Highly recommended.

Tim N., Google review, April 2026

Answers

Madison 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 Madison from the kennel?

About 26.7 miles, roughly 38 minutes without traffic, via Interstate 505 and Midway Road.

How do I book?

Use the online booking request or call 707-678-6600. The kennel confirms each reservation.

Which vaccines are needed?

Dogs need rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella; cats need rabies and FVRCP. Canine influenza is recommended but not required.

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.

Book a stayCall 707-678-6600

6677 Midway Road
Dixon, CA 95620
707-678-6600
Drop-off and pick-up, every day7:30 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.

Directions (opens Google Maps)

Your dates and pets

Tell us when you are coming and we will let you know if the dates work. The kennel confirms every reservation.

Pick-up time
Kennel class

This sends a request, not a booking. To book online, use your ProPetware account; or call 707-678-6600.

4.9 stars, 133 Google reviews · caring for pets in Dixon since 1971 · 707-678-6600