--- title: Dog Kennel & Cat Boarding Near Napa, CA | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa/ business: Happy Paws Kennels address: 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 phone: 707-678-6600 hours: drop-off and pick-up every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2:00-5:00 PM type: Dog and cat boarding kennel on about 10 country acres; caring for pets in Dixon since 1971 rates: 2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026 (dogs from $52 a night, cats $35 a night) --- - [Home](https://happypawskennels.com/) - [Areas we serve](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/) - [Napa County](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa-county/) - Napa # Dog and cat boarding near Napa Happy Paws Kennels is about 52 minutes from Napa, 38.4 miles by Highway 29, Highway 12 and Interstate 80. Dogs stay in indoor/outdoor runs from $52 a night (2026 rates) and cats in four-level towers at $35 a night. Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates) [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) ## Napa at a glance - Drive to 6677 Midway Road about 52 minutes, 38.4 miles by way of I-80 and Highway 12 and Highway 29 - People about 78,000 - Households about 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 them about 58.7% - Households with children about 28.2% - Adults who are veterans about 5.2% - Residents who moved in the past year about 11.3% - ZIP codes 94558, 94559 ### Local notes for pet owners in Napa - In the City of Napa, areas at Alston Park and Shurtleff Park and the undeveloped areas of Kennedy Park are the only off-leash dog parks. [City of Napa - Parks Locations & Amenities](https://www.cityofnapa.org/356/Parks-Facilities) - The Napa County Animal Shelter is at 942 Hartle Court, Napa, and appointments are required for licensing. [Napa County - Animal Shelter](https://www.napacounty.gov/AnimalShelter) Sources: [U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://api.census.gov/data/2024/acs/acs5); [OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap (free-flow, no traffic)](https://project-osrm.org/); 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. Napa is the farthest of the big Bay Area-edge towns on our list, so the drive suits a planned trip, a long weekend or a longer stretch away from home better than a one-night stay. ## Quick facts - About 52 minutes and 38.4 miles from Napa - 12 miles of Highway 12 and 19.9 of Interstate 80 - Tours any day 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, no appointment ## The route out of the valley From Napa the road is Highway 29 for 1.3 miles, then Highway 12 for 12 miles and Interstate 80 for 19.9, ending on Midway Road. The free-flow estimate is 52 minutes. Wine-country weekend traffic, especially Friday afternoons in harvest season, can add a good deal, so leave a margin before the 11:30 AM end of the morning window. The afternoon window, 2:00 to 5:00 PM, suits a trip heading east toward Tahoe or Sacramento, so you can drop the dog on the way. ## A wealthier, older town Napa has about 78,200 residents in about 30,000 households. The median age is about 42, the median home value about $856,000 and only about 28 percent of households have children. National AVMA ownership shares suggest about 13,600 households with a dog and 9,600 with a cat, an estimate and not a count. Households like these often travel for work and pleasure, which is why the [wine-country weekend page](https://happypawskennels.com/occasions/napa-wine-weekend/) and the long-stay rates are worth reading. From 14 nights, First Class is $65 a night, Business Class $53 and Economy $47. ## Napa dog parks and county rules Inside the City of Napa, off-leash areas at Alston Park and Shurtleff Park, plus the undeveloped parts of Kennedy Park, are the only off-leash dog parks, according to the City of Napa. A long walk at one of them the morning of drop-off is a fine way to tire a dog before the drive. The Napa County Animal Shelter is at 942 Hartle Court in Napa, and appointments are required for licensing. A current rabies certificate is needed for the license and is also the first record the kennel asks for. ## Cats and small pets Napa cats stay in individual four-level towers at $35 a night, each with its own litter box and blanket; see [cat boarding near Napa](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa/cat-boarding/). Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, rats and birds can also stay; please ask about their cage. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates](https://api.census.gov/data/2024/acs/acs5) - [City of Napa - Parks facilities](https://www.cityofnapa.org/356/Parks-Facilities) - [Napa County Animal Shelter](https://www.napacounty.gov/AnimalShelter) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) ### 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](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) ### Visit or call 6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620 [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) | 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 | [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin) ### Related - [Napa County](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa-county/) - [Cat boarding near Napa](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa/cat-boarding/) - [Wine-country weekends in Napa & Sonoma](https://happypawskennels.com/occasions/napa-wine-weekend/) - [Long-term boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/long-term-dog-boarding/) - [2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) - [Tour the facility](https://happypawskennels.com/touring-the-facility/) ## Three kennel classes, 2026 prices ### 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. $72 1 dog, per night Each additional dog sharing $61 · military or 14+ nights $65 ### 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. $59 1 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. $52 1 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. ## Price your stay Drop-off Pick-up Pick-up time By 11:30 AM Afternoon Dogs Cats Kennel class for your dogs Options My dogs share one kennel My cats share one condo Active military family Your estimate Pick your dates to see an estimate from the 2026 rate sheet. [Request these dates](#book-form)[Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call](tel:+17076786600) 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](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/). ## More for Napa families - [### Cat boarding near Napa](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa/cat-boarding/) ## Other towns nearby - [Yountville](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/yountville/) - [American Canyon](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/american-canyon/) - [Dixon](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/dixon/) - [Vacaville](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/vacaville/) - [Davis](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/davis/) - [Fairfield](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/fairfield/) - [Suisun City](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/suisun-city/) - [Travis AFB](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/travis-afb/) - [Napa County](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/napa-county/) - [Areas we serve](https://happypawskennels.com/areas/) - [Dog boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/) - [Cat boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/) - [2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) - [Stay cost estimator](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/stay-cost-estimator/) ## What pet owners say 4.9 from 133 Google reviews [Read them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=12930655858419906774) 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... Deanna M., Google review, July 2026 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 Answers ## Napa questions Still have a question? Call [707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the [boarding FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/). ### How far is Happy Paws from Napa? About 38.4 miles and 52 minutes without traffic, via Highway 29, Highway 12 and Interstate 80. ### What stay length suits a Napa owner? A long weekend or longer. For a week or more, the 14-night rate and the indoor/outdoor runs make the drive worthwhile, and tours are free any day. ### Can I do a tour first? Yes. Tours run every day from 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM with no appointment.