--- title: Boarding a Coton de Tulear | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/coton-de-tulear/ 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/) - Coton de Tulear # Boarding a Coton de Tulear A Coton de Tulear 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):** 8 to 15 lb - **Height (AKC):** 9 to 11 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $35 A Coton de Tulear is a small dog, 10 to 11 inches and 9 to 15 pounds for males and 9 to 10 inches and 8 to 13 for females by the AKC, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart the 15 pounds or less row is $35 for the long, wavy Extra Long or Double Coated column. The name comes from the cotton-soft coat, and the coat is the thing to plan around. AKC calls the Coton small but robustly sturdy, bright and happy-go-lucky, a clown who follows its person from room to room. ## Economy fits a Coton With a 15 pound ceiling, a Coton uses an Economy run comfortably: about 16 square feet inside plus 48 outside. Two from one home share for $52 plus $44. A Coton who tracks you around the house may be restless the first night, so a familiar blanket from home is welcome. ## A long wavy coat AKC lists the coat as long, wavy and double, and rates its coat care at 4 of 5, the high end. Shedding is a light 2 of 5, but a coat that does not shed tends to mat. A bath on the last day lets your Coton go home fluffy, at $35 in the Extra Long or Double Coated column. Please ask to confirm. ## Clowning energy Energy is 3 of 5. Cotons like short, silly games more than long runs, so the fenced play areas and a walk twice a day suit them. Walks are included. ## Heat and a cotton coat A white double coat reflects some sun but still holds heat. Vacaville records about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more (NOAA), so the air-conditioned inside half of the run is the place for midday. Your dog chooses inside or out through the doggie door. ## Long lives, long stays AKC lists a life expectancy of 15 to 19 years, so many Cotons are seniors. If yours takes medicine, it is given at no extra charge; write the dose and times on the form. ## Visiting before you book If your Coton has not been boarded before, tour first. Tours run every day, 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM, no appointment, and a staff member walks with you. Online, request a stay through Book / My Account and upload vaccine records; the kennel confirms every reservation, and a boarding agreement is signed once. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half of the nightly fee. ## Cost and records A week in Economy is 7 x $52 on the 2026 rates, or $47 a night at 14 nights or more. Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella records must be good through the last day. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. Request a stay or call 707-678-6600. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Coton de Tulear breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/coton-de-tulear/) - [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 - [Havanese](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/havanese/) - [Boarding small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Bichon Frise](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bichon-frise/) - [Boarding non-sporting breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/non-sporting-dogs/) ## 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 - [Brussels Griffon](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/brussels-griffon/) - [Lhasa Apso](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/lhasa-apso/) - [Pekingese](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pekingese/) - [Border Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/border-terrier/) - [Standard Schnauzer](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/standard-schnauzer/) - [Dogue de Bordeaux](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dogue-de-bordeaux/) - [Borzoi](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/borzoi/) - [Bouvier des Flandres](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bouvier-des-flandres/) 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/). ### Does a Coton need a bath after boarding? A bath before pick-up is a common choice for a long coat. Ask for the current price. ### Is a Coton a lap dog? AKC calls it a companion that follows its owner from room to room, so a note about your dog's habits helps staff. ### What about a puppy under 16 weeks? Pets must be 16 weeks or older before the first day.