--- title: Boarding a Labrador Retriever | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/labrador-retriever/ 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/) - Labrador Retriever # Boarding a Labrador Retriever A Labrador Retriever usually fits a Business Class kennel, 5 x 6 ft inside, at $59 a night on the 2026 rates. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) - **Weight (AKC):** 55 to 80 lb - **Kennel:** Business Class, 5 x 6 ft - **Per night:** $59 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $45 A Labrador Retriever is a large dog, about 55 to 80 pounds by the AKC breed standard, so one Lab usually fits a Business Class kennel (5x6 ft, $59 a night) and two Labs share a First Class kennel well. On the kennel's 2024 bath chart, a 51 to 75 pound Lab with a short coat is $45. Labs are the dog the bath chart itself uses as its example of a short coat. They are friendly, food-motivated and full of energy, and a stay that plays to that goes smoothly. ## Size and the right kennel The American Kennel Club standard puts males at 22.5 to 24.5 inches and about 65 to 80 pounds, females at 21.5 to 23.5 inches and about 55 to 70 pounds. One Lab of that size is comfortable in Business Class, about 30 square feet inside plus 60 outside. Economy also fits one large dog if you are watching cost, at $52 a night. A pair of Labs from the same home share a First Class run: $72 for the first and $61 for the second. ## Coat and baths The Lab coat is short, dense and weather resistant, with a soft undercoat that sheds heavily twice a year. After a few days of field play, a bath before pick-up is an option. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, a short coat costs $40 at 26 to 50 pounds, $45 at 51 to 75 and $50 at 76 to 100; ask to confirm today's price. ## Energy and food Labs were bred to work all day retrieving, so they do best with real exercise. The large fenced play areas and the grass field give them room to run. Many Labs also love food a little too much. The kennel feeds its own grain-free kibble at no charge, or your food in its original bag if your Lab is on a diet; write the amount in cups so the staff can keep it steady. ## Summer heat The NOAA Vacaville station (1991-2020 normals) records about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more. A Lab's dense coat holds heat, so the indoor run, air-conditioned in summer, matters. Your dog chooses inside or out through the doggie door. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Labrador Retriever breed standard](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/labrador-retriever/) - [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 large dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Golden Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/golden-retriever/) ## 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 - [French Bulldog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/french-bulldog/) - [Golden Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/golden-retriever/) - [German Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/german-shepherd/) - [Poodle](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/poodle/) - [Dachshund](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dachshund/) - [Bulldog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bulldog/) - [Beagle](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/beagle/) - [Rottweiler](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/rottweiler/) 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 my Lab share a kennel with our other dog? Yes, if both come from your home. The second dog is about 15 percent off. ### Will my Lab be tired after boarding? Usually. More play and more neighbors than at home means a happy, tired dog for a day or two. ### Does my Lab need the canine flu vaccine? It is recommended but not required. Every dog needs rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella on file, good through the last day of the stay.