--- title: Boarding a Cairn Terrier | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cairn-terrier/ 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/) - Cairn Terrier # Boarding a Cairn Terrier A Cairn Terrier usually fits an Economy Class kennel, 4 x 4 ft inside, at $52 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits an Economy Class kennel $52 a night ยท 4 x 4 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 13 to 14 lb - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $35 A Cairn Terrier is a small dog, about 10 inches and 14 pounds for males and 9.5 inches and 13 pounds for females by the AKC, with a wiry double coat, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart a Cairn is in the 15 pounds or less row, $35 in the Double Coated column. AKC describes Cairns as happy, busy little earthdogs who like a place to explore and dig. That curiosity is the main thing to plan for at a kennel. ## Little dog, easy fit At 13 or 14 pounds a Cairn rattles around in nothing smaller than Economy, which gives about 16 square feet inside plus 48 outside. Two Cairns from one home share for $52 plus $44, which is about 15 percent off the second. ## The shaggy coat The coat is double and wiry, medium in length, with a rough outer layer and soft undercoat. AKC puts both shedding and coat care at 2 of 5, on the easy end. The 2024 chart gives $35 for Double Coated at 15 pounds or less, or $30 if your Cairn is stripped short and reads as Medium. Please ask to confirm. ## Digging, exploring As earthdogs, Cairns sniff and scratch at everything. The outside half of the run, the play areas and the grass field give that instinct a safe outlet. AKC rates energy at 3 of 5, moderate. ## Warm afternoons Dense fur is a lot for a small dog in the Central Valley sun, where Vacaville logs about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more. The air-conditioned inside half of the run keeps a Cairn comfortable, and the doggie door lets the dog choose. ## What it costs A weekend of two nights is 2 x $52 on the 2026 rates. At 14 nights or more the rate is $47 a night. ## Meeting the run first A tour is the easiest way to judge whether a Cairn will be happy here. Tours run every day, 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, with no appointment, and a staff member walks with you past the runs and play areas. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee. Those details help when you plan a trip around a small dog's routine, because a Cairn likes to know when the next walk is coming. ## Paperwork Bring records for rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella that stay good through the last day. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. Request a stay online or call 707-678-6600. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Cairn Terrier breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/cairn-terrier/) - [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 small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) - [Small dog boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/small-dog-boarding/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [West Highland White Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/west-highland-white-terrier/) - [Boarding terriers](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/terriers/) ## 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 - [Greater Swiss Mountain Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/greater-swiss-mountain-dog/) - [Chinese Crested](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chinese-crested/) - [Irish Setter](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/irish-setter/) - [Biewer Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/biewer-terrier/) - [Irish Wolfhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/irish-wolfhound/) - [Coton de Tulear](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/coton-de-tulear/) - [Brussels Griffon](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/brussels-griffon/) - [Lhasa Apso](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/lhasa-apso/) 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/). ### Is a Cairn Terrier a small dog for kennel purposes? Yes. At about 14 pounds one Cairn uses an Economy run. ### Will my Cairn get muddy? Outdoor time and play can leave a wiry coat dusty, so a bath on the last day is an option. ### Can I bring my own food? Yes, in the original bag, with the amount written in cups.