--- title: Boarding a Chow Chow | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chow-chow/ 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/) - Chow Chow # Boarding a Chow Chow A Chow Chow weighs about 45 to 70 pounds with a dense double coat, so one dog fits Business Class at $59 a night on the 2026 rates. On the 2024 bath chart, a 51 to 75 pound double-coated dog is $65. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) The AKC describes the Chow Chow as a muscular, deep-chested aristocrat that is dignified, serious-minded and aloof. A dog like that wants its own space, and a private run suits it. ## Size and kennel The AKC lists the breed at 17 to 20 inches and 45 to 70 pounds. That is a short but heavy build with a deep chest, and one Chow is comfortable in Business Class, 5x6 feet inside plus about 60 square feet outside, at $59 a night. A Chow under about 50 pounds could use Economy at $52. Because many Chows prefer not to share, a single run is the right fit. ## Rough or smooth, always dense Chow Chows come in a rough coat, which is long and profuse, and a smooth coat, which is short but still dense. Both are double coats. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the double-coated column is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds and $65 at 51 to 75 pounds. Please ask to confirm. Rough coats mat behind the ears and in the ruff, so brush before drop-off. ## Aloof, not unfriendly A Chow bonds deeply with its own people and is reserved with strangers. For a kennel, that means a calm hand-off. Leave the dog in the car, and staff will walk it in. Tell us on the boarding agreement if your dog is wary of strangers; staff would rather know. The AKC lists a life expectancy of 8 to 12 years, so an older Chow may want a quiet run. ## Heat is the main concern A Chow carries a thick coat and has a deep chest. Nearby Vacaville averages about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more, so the air-conditioned indoor run is important. The dog chooses inside or out through the doggie door and we encourage the cool option in the afternoon. ## Before a Chow Chow's first stay Upload the vaccine records ahead of time, and note on the boarding agreement how your Chow behaves with strangers. Remove any metal pinch (prong) collar. Bring the food in its original bag with the amount written in cups, or use the house food at no charge. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Chow Chow breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/chow-chow/) - [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 double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Boarding large dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/) - [Akita](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/akita/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Summer vacation boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/occasions/summer-vacation/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) ## 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. 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A dog that is selective about company is better in its own run. ### Do Chow Chows need First Class? Not usually. Business Class at $59 fits one Chow. ### Which vaccines does my Chow need? Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella, all good through the last day of the stay. Canine influenza, leptospirosis, heartworm and flea prevention are recommended.