--- title: Boarding a Finnish Lapphund | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/finnish-lapphund/ 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/) - Finnish Lapphund # Boarding a Finnish Lapphund A Finnish Lapphund 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):** 33 to 53 lb - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $55 to $65 A Finnish Lapphund is a medium dog, 33 to 53 pounds by the AKC, with a medium double coat, so a female fits an Economy kennel ($52 a night on the 2026 rates) and a big male is roomier in a Business Class kennel ($59). On the 2024 bath chart the Extra Long or Double Coated column is $55 at 26 to 50 pounds and $65 at 51 to 75. The AKC calls the Finnish Lapphund a tough and substantial reindeer herder from north of the Arctic Circle, weatherproof, and among the friendliest of all dogs. Dixon is a long way from Lapland, so heat is the main thing to plan around. ## Economy or Business Males stand 18 to 21 inches and females 16 to 19, so the range is wide. A 35 pound female is fine in Economy. A 50 pounder who likes to stretch out does better in Business Class, about 30 square feet inside plus 60 outside, for $59. A pair from one home can share Business for $59 and $50. ## A weatherproof double coat The AKC lists a medium double coat with seasonal shedding, and when the undercoat lets go the fur comes out in handfuls. On the bath chart this is the last column: $55 at 26 to 50 pounds and $65 at 51 to 75. A bath is optional, and the chart is a guide, so please ask to confirm. ## Friendly and vocal The AKC lists frequent barking. Lapphunds are friendly dogs, and a run where neighbors are visible through the fence suits a sociable one. Walks are included, and the large fenced play areas and the grass field give a herding breed somewhere to move. ## Planning for the heat A coat built for the Arctic meets a valley where NOAA's Vacaville station records about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more. The runs are air-conditioned in summer and your dog chooses inside or out. Mention a summer trip when you book so you can talk it through. ## Before you arrive Vaccines must be current through the last day of the stay, and the dog should arrive free of fleas and ticks, which matter more in a thick coat. Remove any prong or choke collar. Medications are given at no extra charge. ## A week away Seven nights in Business Class is 7 x $59 on the 2026 rates. A stay of 14 nights or more is $53 a night. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Finnish Lapphund breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/finnish-lapphund/) - [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 medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Boarding double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Icelandic Sheepdog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/icelandic-sheepdog/) - [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 - [Norwegian Elkhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/norwegian-elkhound/) - [Barbet](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/barbet/) - [Wirehaired Vizsla](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/wirehaired-vizsla/) - [Manchester Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/manchester-terrier/) - [Bluetick Coonhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bluetick-coonhound/) - [Clumber Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/clumber-spaniel/) - [English Toy Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/english-toy-spaniel/) - [Saluki](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/saluki/) 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/). ### Which kennel does a Finnish Lapphund need? Economy for most females and smaller males, Business Class for a dog near 53 pounds. ### Is the coat a problem in summer? It is a heavy coat, so the air-conditioned inside half of the run matters. ### Does a Lapphund bark? The AKC lists frequent barking, so tell the staff if your dog is vocal.