--- title: Boarding an Akita | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/akita/ 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/) - [Breed guides](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/) - Akita # Boarding an Akita An Akita usually fits a Business Class kennel, 5 x 6 ft inside, at $59 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits a Business Class kennel $59 a night ยท 5 x 6 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 70 to 130 lb - **Height (AKC):** 24 to 28 in - **Kennel:** Business Class, 5 x 6 ft - **Per night:** $59 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $75 to $85 The AKC lists an Akita at 26 to 28 inches (male) and 24 to 26 inches (female) and 100 to 130 pounds for males and 70 to 100 for females, so one fits a Business Class kennel (5x6 ft, $59 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the extra long or double coated column is $75 at 76 to 100 pounds and $85 at over 100 pounds; please ask to confirm. The Akita is dignified, loyal and a one-family dog. Boarding goes best when the space is clearly his. ## A run of his own At 70 to 130 pounds, an Akita belongs in Business Class (5x6 ft, $59 a night), which is the kennel for one dog who prefers not to share. Larger males may be happier in First Class at $72. The AKC says Akitas thrive on human companionship and are protective of those they love. ## Coat and baths The AKC calls the coat dense and double, and lists seasonal shedding with a heavy blow twice a year. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the double coated column is $75 at 76 to 100 pounds and $85 over 100. Please ask to confirm. A bath works best for a dog who is shedding his undercoat. ## Quiet, fastidious and protective The AKC describes Akitas as quiet, fastidious dogs, wary of strangers and best when well socialized with people and other dogs from the start. For a stay, the plan is simple: book a kennel for your Akita alone, give staff any handling notes on the boarding agreement, and keep your own food routine in cups. Your Akita can see the neighbors through the fence while keeping his own space. ## Heat, cold and the run A double coat meant for Japanese winters is a lot to wear in Dixon in July. Plan on the indoor, air-conditioned side for the hottest part of the day. In winter the heated run suits the breed better. ## What to tell the front desk A one-family dog does best when staff know the details. Put the handling notes on the boarding agreement, such as how your Akita meets strangers, whether he is fed alone and what a good hand-off looks like. Tours run daily at 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, so you can see the runs before you book. ## Fences, neighbors and sharing The runs let dogs see neighbors through the fence while each keeps its own space. If your Akita lives with another dog, sharing a Business Class or First Class run is possible with the second at a lower rate. If you are unsure, book separate kennels for the first stay, and move to sharing later. A request for either is made online and confirmed by the kennel. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Akita breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/akita/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) - [Happy Paws Kennels bathing rates effective January 1, 2024](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/) - [NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020](https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/data/normals-monthly/1991-2020/access/) ### 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 - [Boarding large dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/) - [Boarding double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Siberian Husky](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/siberian-husky/) ## Which kennel class fits? How many dogs? Biggest dog They will share one kennel Pick how many dogs and the biggest one's size. A guide from the sizes on our facility page. The staff confirm the right kennel when you book. ## Bath price finder Your dog's weight Coat Pick a weight and coat. From the bath chart effective January 1, 2024. The 2026 sheet prices baths on request, so please ask to confirm. Baths are for overnight boarders. ## Read next - [Saint Bernard](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/saint-bernard/) - [Bull Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bull-terrier/) - [Samoyed](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/samoyed/) - [Whippet](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/whippet/) - [Bullmastiff](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bullmastiff/) - [Australian Cattle Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/australian-cattle-dog/) - [Alaskan Malamute](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/alaskan-malamute/) - [Chesapeake Bay Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chesapeake-bay-retriever/) Answers ## Questions people ask 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/). ### Which kennel is best for an Akita? Business Class at $59 a night on the 2026 rates, or First Class at $72 for the largest males. ### Should two Akitas share a kennel? Two from the same home can share a run, and the second is about 15 percent off. If one prefers his own space, book separate kennels. ### How much is an Akita bath? On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, a double coat is $75 at 76 to 100 pounds. Please ask to confirm.