--- title: Boarding a Bluetick Coonhound | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bluetick-coonhound/ 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/) - Bluetick Coonhound # Boarding a Bluetick Coonhound A Bluetick Coonhound 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):** 55 to 80 lb - **Kennel:** Business Class, 5 x 6 ft - **Per night:** $59 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $45 to $50 A Bluetick Coonhound is heavier at the top than a Treeing Walker: males run 55 to 80 pounds and females 45 to 65 by the AKC, with a short coat, so one fits a Business Class kennel (5x6 ft, $59 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart a short coat is $45 at 51 to 75 pounds and $50 at 76 to 100. The AKC calls the Bluetick sleekly beautiful and says he may snooze in the shade, then becomes relentless, bold and single-minded on a scent. Those two modes explain a boarding stay. ## A bigger frame than a Treeing Walker Males stand 22 to 27 inches and females 21 to 25, and the heaviest males reach 80 pounds, which puts them in the 76 to 100 row of the bath chart. Business Class gives about 30 square feet inside plus 60 outside. A very large male can pick First Class (6x8 ft) at $72. ## Short coat The AKC lists a short, smooth coat with seasonal shedding. A female of 45 to 50 pounds sits in the 26 to 50 row ($40 Short), a typical Bluetick of 51 to 75 pounds is $45, and a male of 76 to 80 is $50. Hounds with drooping ears can pick up mud on a walk, and a bath before pick-up is an option. Please ask to confirm. ## Prey drive and a loud voice The AKC calls the prey drive off the charts, and it says the barking level is one of a dog that likes to be vocal. Expect a hound to announce things. The play areas are fully fenced, and walks are included in every stay. ## Rest and run A Bluetick that alternates work with long naps does well here. Between walks, he can choose the inside half of his run or the outside half through the doggie door. NOAA's Vacaville station records about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more; the runs are air-conditioned in summer and heated in winter. ## Cost and records Seven nights in Business Class is 7 x $59 on the 2026 rates, and at 14 nights or more the rate is $53. Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella must be current. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. Medications are given at no extra charge. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Bluetick Coonhound breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/bluetick-coonhound/) - [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 - [Treeing Walker Coonhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/treeing-walker-coonhound/) - [Boarding large dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/) - [Boarding short-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/short-coated-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Boarding hound breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/hound-dogs/) ## 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 - [Clumber Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/clumber-spaniel/) - [English Toy Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/english-toy-spaniel/) - [Saluki](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/saluki/) - [Bracco Italiano](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bracco-italiano/) - [Icelandic Sheepdog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/icelandic-sheepdog/) - [German Pinscher](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/german-pinscher/) - [Bearded Collie](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bearded-collie/) - [Welsh Springer Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/welsh-springer-spaniel/) 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/). ### How is a Bluetick different from a Treeing Walker? Bluetick males reach 80 pounds, so a few land in the 76 to 100 bath row. Both fit Business Class. ### Will my Bluetick be noisy? The AKC lists a dog that likes to be vocal. Staff are used to hounds with voices. ### Can a Bluetick share with another hound? Yes, if they live together. A pair can share First Class for $72 and $61.