--- title: Boarding an Entlebucher Mountain Dog | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/entlebucher-mountain-dog/ 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/) - Entlebucher Mountain Dog # Boarding an Entlebucher Mountain Dog An Entlebucher Mountain Dog 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):** 40 to 65 lb - **Height (AKC):** 16.5 to 20.5 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $55 to $65 An Entlebucher is a good deal smaller than a Bernese Mountain Dog and wears a short double coat, at 16.5 to 20.5 inches and 40 to 65 pounds by the AKC, so a female fits an Economy kennel ($52 a night on the 2026 rates) and a male fits a Business Class kennel ($59). On the 2024 bath chart the Double Coated column is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds and $65 at 51 to 75; please ask to confirm. If you have read about the [Bernese Mountain Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bernese-mountain-dog/), forget the long coat and the 100 pounds. The Entlebucher is the compact, muscular cousin: a tricolor herder that is built for agility rather than bulk. ## Which kennel Dogs measure 17.5 to 20.5 inches and about 50 to 65 pounds, bitches 16.5 to 19.5 inches and about 40 to 55. A female at 40 to 50 pounds is comfortable in Economy (4x4 ft, $52 a night). A male near 65 pounds does better in Business Class (5x6 ft, about 30 square feet inside plus 60 outside, $59), because a strongly muscled dog turns often. ## Short topcoat, dense undercoat The standard calls for a double coat with a short, close-fitting, harsh and shiny topcoat over a dense undercoat. A single coat is a disqualification. The bath chart reads that as a double coat: $55 for 26 to 50 pounds and $65 for 51 to 75 on the chart effective January 1, 2024. The short outer layer dries faster than a Bernese coat, but please ask the staff to confirm the cell for your dog. ## Built to work The standard describes a strongly muscled, agile dog. Expect a dog with a lot of drive and a need to move. The large fenced play areas and the grass field provide room, and walks are included. A herding dog may try to nudge or circle other dogs, which is another reason the runs have their own space with a fence between neighbors. ## How it handles the weather A short double coat holds more heat than a single one. The runs are air-conditioned in summer, and the dog can choose inside or outside through the doggie door. In winter the runs are heated. ## Before you book Rabies, distemper/parvo, Bordetella and canine influenza must be current through the last day. Medications are given at no extra charge. See [medium dog boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) and [herding dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/herding-dogs/). ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Entlebucher Mountain Dog breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/entlebucher-mountain-dog/) - [American Kennel Club - official Entlebucher Mountain Dog standard](https://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/EntlebucherMountainDog.pdf) - [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/) ### 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 medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Bernese Mountain Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bernese-mountain-dog/) - [Boarding herding breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/herding-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 - [Kuvasz](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/kuvasz/) - [Pharaoh Hound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pharaoh-hound/) - [Skye Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/skye-terrier/) - [American English Coonhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/american-english-coonhound/) - [Bergamasco Sheepdog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bergamasco-sheepdog/) - [Cirneco dell'Etna](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/cirneco-delletna/) - [Komondor](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/komondor/) - [Dandie Dinmont Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dandie-dinmont-terrier/) 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 Entlebucher the same size as a Bernese? No. The Entlebucher is 40 to 65 pounds by the AKC; the Bernese is 70 to 115. That moves a stay from First or Business Class down to Economy or Business. ### How much is an Entlebucher bath? On the 2024 chart a double coat is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds and $65 at 51 to 75. Please ask to confirm. ### Does an Entlebucher need a lot of exercise? Plan for it. Walks and the large fenced play areas are included in the nightly fee.