--- title: Boarding a British Shorthair Cat | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/british-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/) - British Shorthair cat # Boarding a British Shorthair cat A British Shorthair cat stays in its own four-level cattery tower at $35 a night on the 2026 rates. The Cat Fanciers' Association describes a calm, quiet, sturdy cat with a short dense coat. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) The CFA compares this breed to a teddy bear. A cat with that build and temperament tends to treat a boarding stay with a shrug, as long as its routine is steady. ## A teddy bear in a tower The CFA says British Shorthairs are most comfortable keeping all four feet on the floor, so they are unlikely to climb kitchen counters. In a four-level tower, expect the cat to settle on a lower shelf with its blanket. Each tower has its own litter box. One British Shorthair is $35 a night on the 2026 rates. ## Size and build The CFA says the British Shorthair is slow to mature, reaching full size at about three years, with males growing as large as 17 pounds and females somewhat smaller. It has a full broad chest and strong legs and a rounded head with prominent whisker pads. The CFA says the build looks intimidating but belies a gentle personality. ## The densest coat The CFA says this coat has more hairs per square inch than any other breed, and that it is short and resilient, so a weekly combing or brushing keeps stray fur under control. Expect some shedding. A brush the day before drop-off helps. ## Routine and temperament The CFA says British Shorthairs learn your daily routine, protest gently if something changes, and may withdraw during periods of loud activity. Share your cat's feeding times when you drop off. The CFA adds that these cats are not fond of being carried around, so give them time in their tower instead. ## What a stay costs Eight nights for one British Shorthair is 8 x $35 = $280 on the 2026 rates. A second cat from the same home is 8 x $30 = $240. Medications and house food cost nothing extra. ## Records and extras Rabies and FVRCP records must be current through the last day. Pate and chicken-and-rice kibble are the house foods at no charge, and your own food is welcome in its original bag. Medications are given at no extra charge. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Cat Fanciers' Association - British Shorthair breed profile](https://cfa.org/british-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/) - [American Shorthair cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/american-shorthair/) - [Two or more cats](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/multi-cat-stays/) - [Russian Blue cat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cats/russian-blue/) ## 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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Tell us when it eats. ### How much is a British Shorthair stay? One cat is $35 a night and a second cat from your home sharing the tower is $30, on the 2026 rates. ### Which vaccines does my british 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.