--- title: Boarding a Great Dane | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/great-dane/ 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/) - Great Dane # Boarding a Great Dane A Great Dane usually fits a First Class kennel, 6 x 8 ft inside, at $72 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) [Usually fits a First Class kennel $72 a night ยท 6 x 8 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 110 to 175 lb - **Kennel:** First Class, 6 x 8 ft - **Per night:** $72 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $65 A Great Dane is a giant dog, 140 to 175 pounds for males and 110 to 140 for females by the AKC, with a short coat, so one fits the First Class kennel (6x8 ft, $72 a night on the 2026 rates). Every Dane lands in the Over 100 row of the 2024 bath chart, where a short coat is $65. AKC calls the Great Dane easygoing and a total joy to live with, but adds that a dog of this size is a commitment. For a kennel, it is about space. ## A giant needs First Class Males are 30 to 32 inches, females 28 to 30. A Dane stretched out takes real floor. First Class gives about 48 square feet inside and 72 outside and is the run listed for extra large dogs. Business Class is 5x6 and tends to be tight. ## Coat and bath The coat is short and smooth. Over 100 pounds is the last row on the chart: $55 Extra Short, $65 Short. Please ask to confirm. AKC rates shedding at 3 of 5. ## Gentle giant, still a puppy at heart Energy is 4 of 5. Many Danes are goofy and gentle, and they move softly around other dogs. A grass field is easier on big joints than pavement. Walks are in the rate. ## Heat and comfort A giant dog in heat warms slowly and cools slowly. In a country where a normal July day has a high of 97 degrees at nearby Vacaville, the air-conditioned inside half and the Kuranda bed off the floor are well suited. ## Cost examples First Class is $72 a night on the 2026 rates; a week is 7 x $72. At 14 nights or more it is $65. Two Danes from one home are $72 plus $61. ## Food and medicine A giant dog eats a lot and often has a particular diet. Send it in the original bag with cups written down. Medications are given at no extra charge. ## Check-in Leave your Dane in the car and staff will bring him in on a leash. Tours are 9 to 11 AM and 2 to 4 PM. ## Weight and the bath row Even a 110 pound female is in the Over 100 row, so the price is the same as for a 175 pound male: $55 Extra Short or $65 Short on the 2024 chart. Ask to confirm. ## Space inside and out First Class has about 48 square feet inside and 72 outside, with a doggie door so your Dane can choose. The Kuranda bed keeps a heavy dog off the floor, and blankets are in every run. ## Booking Request a stay online or call 707-678-6600. The kennel confirms every reservation, and the holiday deposit rule applies near major holidays, so please call to confirm. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Great Dane breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/great-dane/) - [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 giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/) - [Boarding large & giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/) - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Mastiff](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/mastiff/) ## 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 - [Boxer](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/boxer/) - [Siberian Husky](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/siberian-husky/) - [Shih Tzu](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/shih-tzu/) - [Bernese Mountain Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bernese-mountain-dog/) - [Pomeranian](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pomeranian/) - [Boston Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/boston-terrier/) - [Havanese](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/havanese/) - [English Springer Spaniel](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/english-springer-spaniel/) 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/). ### Can I board two Danes? Yes, from the same home in First Class. ### Do you charge extra for size? No, price follows the run. ### Will the bed fit? Kuranda beds are in every run.