--- title: Boarding an American Shorthair Cat | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-shorthair/ 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 Shorthair cat # Boarding an American Shorthair cat An American Shorthair cat stays in its own four-level cattery tower at $35 a night on the 2026 rates. The Cat Fanciers' Association describes a rugged, self-sufficient cat with an even temperament and a strong hunting instinct. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) The CFA calls this a working cat breed. That background makes it independent enough to handle a short absence from its people. ## An independent cat in a tower The CFA says American Shorthairs are independent enough to amuse themselves while owners are away at work. The cattery tower has four levels, its own litter box and blanket. One American Shorthair is $35 a night on the 2026 rates. A cat that is calm about change can handle a boarding stay well. ## Size and build The CFA describes a medium to large, muscular body protected by a thick, hard-textured coat that stands up to rough weather, with an oval head, a powerful jaw and a distinctive eye shape. The breed comes in over 100 color combinations, silver and brown classic tabbies among them. A cat with this build will be happy on a lower shelf with a blanket. ## Hunting instinct and play The CFA says the breed's hunting instinct should be regularly indulged with interactive toys, and that these cats love feather-and-wand games. Bring a toy that is not the favorite and tell the staff what kind of play your cat likes. ## Coat and seasons The CFA says American Shorthairs shed the undercoat in spring and the guard hairs in a lighter fall shed, and that daily brushing is recommended with a slicker brush or mitt. A good brushing before drop-off lowers the fur on the blanket. ## What a stay costs Seven nights for one American Shorthair is 7 x $35 = $245 on the 2026 rates. A second cat from the same home is 7 x $30 = $210. Medications are given at no extra charge. ## Records, food and picking up Rabies and FVRCP must be current through the last day. The house food is pate plus chicken-and-rice kibble at no charge, or bring your own food in its original bag. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Cat Fanciers' Association - American Shorthair breed profile](https://cfa.org/american-shorthair/) - [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/) - [Domestic Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/domestic-shorthair/) - [British Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/british-shorthair/) - [Two or more cats](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/multi-cat-stays/) ## 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. [See the full rate sheet](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/). ## Read next - [Domestic Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/domestic-shorthair/) - [Domestic Longhair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/domestic-longhair/) - [Himalayan cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/himalayan/) - [Burmese cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/burmese/) - [Oriental Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/oriental-shorthair/) - [American Bobtail cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-bobtail/) - [American Curl cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-curl/) - [American Wirehair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-wirehair/) 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 an American Shorthair the same as a domestic shorthair? The CFA recognizes the American Shorthair as a pedigreed breed. Many pet cats without papers are domestic shorthairs. Both board the same way. ### Can two American Shorthairs share a tower? If they live together. The second cat is $30 a night on the 2026 rates. ### Which vaccines does my american shorthair cat need? Rabies and FVRCP, current through the last day of the stay. The cat must be 16 weeks or older before the first day.