--- title: Boarding an American Bobtail Cat | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-bobtail/ 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/) - [Cat breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/) - American Bobtail cat # Boarding an American Bobtail Cat An American Bobtail cat stays in its own four-level cattery tower at $35 a night on the 2026 rates, with its own litter box and blanket. The Cat Fanciers' Association describes the breed as intelligent, independent and affectionate, with a calm, adaptable disposition. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) The short tail is the first thing people notice, but for a boarding stay the useful details are the heavy muscle, the two coat lengths and the easygoing temperament. ## A heavy cat that likes to hunt toys The CFA says the American Bobtail is medium to large, with bodies that feel surprisingly heavy because of muscle development, and that males usually outweigh females. It also says the breed loves hunt-style play: stalking and pouncing on toys. In the cattery each cat has an individual four-level tower, which gives a stalker something to climb and watch from. A cat tree and cat houses are also part of the cattery. One cat is $35 a night on the 2026 rates. ## Two coats, light care Both shorthair and longhair Bobtails exist. The CFA says the coat is easily maintained with weekly brushing or combing and that baths are optional. For a stay, a quick comb at home the day before drop-off is plenty. Longhaired cats that have been brushed come in tidier and are more comfortable on a fresh blanket. ## Temperament in a new place The CFA lists the breed as intelligent and independent yet affectionate, bonded closely to its family, usually quiet with soft chirps or trills when engaged. That mix suits a calm, structured routine: meals at set times, a clean box and a blanket that stays in the tower. Tell the staff how your cat usually eats and whether it likes to be handled, and bring one familiar toy. ## Costs for a typical trip A second cat from the same home sharing the condo is $30 a night, so two Bobtails for seven nights come to 7 x $35 + 7 x $30 = $455. Check-out is by 11:30 AM; an afternoon pick-up (2:00 to 5:00 PM) is half of the nightly fee. | Stay | One cat | Math on the 2026 rates | | --- | --- | --- | | 3 nights | $105 | 3 x $35 | | 7 nights | $245 | 7 x $35 | | 14 nights | $490 | 14 x $35 | ## Medication, food and the tail The CFA notes the tail mutation could make a cat susceptible to spine and hip problems, so mention any mobility or comfort needs when you book. Medications are given at no extra charge. House food is pate plus chicken-and-rice kibble at no charge, and your own food is welcome in its original bag with amounts written in cups. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Cat Fanciers' Association - American Bobtail breed profile](https://cfa.org/breed/american-bobtail/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) ### 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 - [Cat boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/) - [Cat breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/) - [Which vaccines does a cat need for boarding?](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccines/cat-vaccines-for-boarding/) - [American Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-shorthair/) - [Two or more cats](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/multi-cat-stays/) - [Medications at no charge](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/medications-included/) ## Price a cattery stay Drop-off Pick-up Pick-up time By 11:30 AM Afternoon Dogs Cats Kennel class for your dogs Options My dogs share one kennel My cats share one condo Active military family Your estimate Pick your dates to see an estimate from the 2026 rate sheet. [Request these dates](#book-form)[Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call](tel:+17076786600) 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. 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No. Each cat gets an individual four-level tower with its own litter box and blanket at $35 a night on the 2026 rates. ### Can I bring two Bobtails together? Two cats from the same home can share a condo, and the second cat is $30 a night on the 2026 rates. ### Which vaccines does my American Bobtail need? Rabies and FVRCP, current through the last day of the stay. The cat must be 16 weeks or older before the first day.