--- title: Boarding Large Dogs (51-100 lb) | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/ 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/) - Boarding large dogs # Boarding large dogs (51 to 100 lb) A large dog of 51 to 100 pounds usually fits Business Class, 5x6 feet inside, at $59 a night on the 2026 rates, and two large dogs from one home fit First Class at $72 plus $61. The 2024 bath chart rows run from $40 to $75. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) Large dogs are the most common boarders at a country kennel, and the choice that matters is how much room your dog needs to stretch out. ## Business Class for most, First Class for some The kennel describes Business Class as 5x6 feet inside, about 30 square feet, with 60 outside, for a pair of large dogs or one who does not like to share. It is $59 a night. First Class is 6x8 feet inside, about 48 square feet, with 72 outside, for extra large dogs or two or three large dogs, at $72. Two large dogs from one home pay $72 plus $61 in First Class. Economy can fit one large dog, at $52, if cost matters more than room. ## Breeds in the large range Weights come from each breed's AKC page. Males are usually heavier than females. Dogs near 100 pounds may be better in First Class. **Large breeds and their AKC weights** | Breed | AKC weight | | --- | --- | | Vizsla | 44 to 60 pounds | | Labrador Retriever | 55 to 80 pounds | | Golden Retriever | 55 to 75 pounds | | Boxer | 65 to 80 pounds (male) | | German Shepherd | 50 to 90 pounds | | Weimaraner | 55 to 90 pounds | | Doberman Pinscher | 60 to 100 pounds | | Rottweiler | 80 to 135 pounds | ## The 51 to 100 pound rows on the bath chart The chart has two rows in this range. Please ask to confirm today's price. The chart uses Boxer as an example of an extra short coat, Labrador as short, Shepherd as medium and Malamute or Husky as double. **Bath chart effective January 1, 2024 (please ask to confirm)** | Weight | Extra short | Short | Medium | Extra long or double | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 51 to 75 pounds | $40 | $45 | $50 | $65 | | 76 to 100 pounds | $45 | $50 | $55 | $75 | ## Exercise and the grass field Large dogs burn energy faster than they need it, and the large fenced play areas and the grass field give them room to run. Walks are included in every stay. Many large dogs also love food, so the grain-free kibble with wet food is at no charge, or bring your own in its original bag with the amount in cups. ## Heat A large dog with a dense coat feels Dixon's roughly 100 days a year of 90 degrees or more. Every run is air-conditioned in summer, and your dog chooses inside or out through the doggie door. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Labrador Retriever breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/labrador-retriever/) - [American Kennel Club - German Shepherd Dog breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/german-shepherd-dog/) - [American Kennel Club - Rottweiler breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/rottweiler/) - [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 & giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Boarding giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Two or more dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/multi-dog-boarding/) ## 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 - [Boarding giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/) - [Boarding double-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/double-coated-dogs/) - [Boarding short-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/short-coated-dogs/) - [Boarding flat-faced (brachycephalic) dogs in the heat](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/flat-faced-dogs/) - [Boarding working & sporting dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/working-and-sporting-dogs/) - [Boarding toy breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/toy-dogs/) - [Boarding hound breeds](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/hound-dogs/) - [Boarding terriers](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/terriers/) 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 my 80 pound dog need First Class? Not usually. Business Class at $59 fits one dog of that size. Choose First Class if your dog likes to stretch or you want to board two dogs together. ### What if my large dog does not like to share? Then Business Class for one is the right choice, by the kennel's own description.