--- title: Boarding a Border Collie | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/border-collie/ 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/) - Border Collie # Boarding a Border Collie A Border Collie is a medium dog, 30 to 55 pounds by the AKC, with a double coat in rough or smooth varieties, so one fits Economy ($52 a night on the 2026 rates) or Business Class ($59) for a heavier dog. On the 2024 bath chart the 26 to 50 pound row is $45 Medium or $55 Double Coated. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) AKC calls the Border Collie a remarkably bright workaholic, maybe a bit too amazing for owners without the time, energy or means to keep it occupied. A boarding week has to occupy a mind as well as legs. ## How much room Males are 19 to 22 inches, females 18 to 21, and the weight range is 30 to 55 pounds. A dog under 40 pounds does well in Economy, and a bigger or more restless dog does better in Business Class, 5x6 ft. ## Two coat types Rough and smooth varieties both have a double coat. AKC rates shedding at 3 of 5. The bath chart cell is Medium ($45) or Double Coated ($55) at 26 to 50 pounds, and $50 or $65 at 51 to 75. Ask to confirm. ## A dog that needs a job Energy is 5 of 5. Border Collies stare, circle and herd. Walks are in the rate, and the grass field and large fenced areas give room to run. Extras like a Happy Lick Mat at $4.99 or a Happy Pupsicle at $7.99 are a way to give a clever dog something to do. ## Sound, motion and nerves Some collies fixate on moving things. Dogs see neighbors through the fence, so if yours gets wound up, say so at drop-off and staff can help. ## Mind games Most Border Collies enjoy something to work on. A Happy Lick Mat is $4.99 and a Happy Pupsicle is $7.99, both on the extras menu; ask at check-in. ## Eye and motion A collie may stare at a moving dog or a passing car. If yours fixates, let the staff know at drop-off so the walks can be planned. ## What a stay costs A 7-night stay in Business Class is 7 x $59 on the 2026 rates. A second dog from the same home is $50, and 14 nights or more is $53 a night; active military families pay that same reduced rate (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm). ## Heat and records A working dog will push on in 95 degrees; staff steer play to cooler hours (about 100 days a year hit 90 at Vacaville, per NOAA). Rabies, distemper/parvo, Bordetella and canine influenza records must be good through the last day, and your dog should be 16 weeks or older before the first day. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Border Collie breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/border-collie/) - [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 medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Boarding double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Boarding high-energy dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/high-energy-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Australian Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/australian-shepherd/) ## 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 - [Miniature American Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/miniature-american-shepherd/) - [Belgian Malinois](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/belgian-malinois/) - [Vizsla](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/vizsla/) - [Chihuahua](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chihuahua/) - [Pug](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pug/) - [Basset Hound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/basset-hound/) - [Mastiff](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/mastiff/) - [Maltese](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/maltese/) 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/). ### Will my Border Collie be bored? Walks, play areas and neighbors give plenty to do. ### Economy or Business? Under 40 pounds, Economy; larger or restless, Business. ### Can two share? Yes, from the same home.