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 47 min from North Highlands
- Sacramento County
Dog and cat boarding near North Highlands
Happy Paws Kennels is about 47 minutes and 35 miles from North Highlands, by Watt Avenue, I-80 west and 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)
North Highlands at a glance
- Drive to 6677 Midway Roadabout 47 minutes, 35.2 miles by way of I-80 and Highway 113
- Peopleabout 48,000
- Householdsabout 15,900
- Households with a dog (estimate)about 7,200
- Households with a cat (estimate)about 5,100
- Homes owned by the people living in themabout 51.1%
- Households with childrenabout 35.1%
- Adults who are veteransabout 5.6%
- Residents who moved in the past yearabout 10%
- ZIP codes95660, 95841
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.
North Highlands counts about 48,000 residents in the 95660 and 95841 ZIP codes. The kennel is a 35-mile drive away, most of it on I-80.
Quick facts
- About 35 miles and 47 minutes
- Watt Avenue to I-80
- About 15,900 households
- Tours 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM
Watt Avenue to Midway Road
From North Highlands take Watt Avenue to I-80 west for about 28 miles, then Highway 113 south for about 4 miles. Total 35.2 miles, 29.7 miles in a straight line, with a free-flow time of about 47 minutes.
Numbers worth knowing
The Census counts 15,901 households, 51 percent owner-occupied, median income about $65,500, median home value about $367,600, median build year 1971. About 35 percent have children.
By national ownership shares, roughly 7,200 homes have a dog and 5,100 a cat. These are estimates. About 5.6 percent of adults, around 2,000 people, are civilian veterans.
Visiting before you commit
If you are new to boarding, come for a tour. Walk-in tours run daily, 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, and a staff member walks you through the runs, the cattery and the play areas. Plan a visit through the tour page or just stop by.
Because the drive from North Highlands is 47 minutes, you can tour once and then book by phone or through Book / My Account, which sends a request that the kennel confirms.
Cats and small pets
Cats stay for $35 a night in a four-level tower. Rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rats and birds are boarded as well; please ask about price and bring a cage if requested. See small pet boarding.
Prices on the 2026 rates
On the 2026 rates, one dog pays $52 in Economy, $59 in Business Class or $72 in First Class per night, and the second dog sharing is $44, $50 or $61. A week in Economy for one dog is 7 x $52 = $364. For a stay of 14 nights or more, or for active military families, the reduced rate is $47 in Economy. All the figures are on the rates page.
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 |
Book a stay
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.
Plan your stay
Price your stay
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.
Google reviews
What pet owners say
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.
Just picked up my pup Loki from a 4 day stay, the staff was extremely kind and helpful. We cannot be more happy with the level of care and pictures uploaded while we were away. Loki even got a bath before pick up! Which I highly recommend. We plan to use them whenever we have the need.
Answers
North Highlands 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 North Highlands from the kennel?
About 35 miles and 47 minutes, mostly I-80.
Do I need an appointment for a tour?
No. Tours run daily 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM.
Is booking instant?
No. A booking is a request, and the kennel confirms every reservation.
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.