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title: Boarding a Leonberger | Happy Paws Kennels
url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/leonberger/
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)
---

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# Boarding a Leonberger

A Leonberger usually fits a First Class kennel, 6 x 8 ft inside, at $72 a night on the 2026 rates.

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[Usually fits a First Class kennel $72 a night · 6 x 8 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/)

- **Weight (AKC):** 90 to 170 lb

- **Height (AKC):** 25.5 to 31.5 in

- **Kennel:** First Class, 6 x 8 ft

- **Per night:** $72

- **Bath (2024 chart):** $75 to $85

The AKC lists a Leonberger at 28 to 31.5 inches (male) and 25.5 to 29.5 inches (female) and 110 to 170 pounds for males and 90 to 140 for females, so one fits a First Class kennel (6x8 ft, $72 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the extra long or double coated column is $75 at 76 to 100 pounds and $85 at over 100 pounds; please ask to confirm.

The Leonberger is a lush-coated giant. The AKC says Leos require lots of brushing.

## Coat and baths

The AKC describes a medium-long waterproof double coat and, on males, a lion-like mane, with regular shedding. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the double coated column is $75 at 76 to 100 pounds and $85 over 100. Please ask to confirm.

## Gentle, friendly, nobody's fool

The AKC calls Leonbergers gentle, friendly and playful, with serene patience. Ample room for romping is part of what the AKC says Leos need, and the grass field and fenced play areas serve that.

## Heat, cold and the run

A thick waterproof coat holds heat. The air-conditioned inside run is the right place for a Leonberger on a summer day.

## Brushing and the bath

The AKC says Leos require lots of brushing. A coat that is brushed out before drop-off is easier to care for through the week. A bath before pick-up is available for boarders; please ask.

## Rates and room

At 90 to 170 pounds, a Leonberger fits First Class (6x8 ft, $72 a night). First Class is $72 a night on the 2026 rates, or $65 from 14 nights. A 7 night stay is 7 x $72 = $504. The run is 6x8 ft, with about 48 square feet inside and 72 outside, and a Kuranda bed.

## Hand-off

Leave your Leonberger in the car at check-in, and staff will walk him in. All breeds are welcome, neutered or intact, from 16 weeks of age.

## What a stay for a Leonberger costs

Every figure here is from the 2026 rates; the balance is paid at pick-up. The reduced rate starts at 14 nights; active military families pay that same reduced rate, about 10 percent off (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm).

**First Class kennel, 2026 rates**

| Stay | One Leonberger | Second dog from your home sharing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 nights | 3 x $72 = $216 | 3 x $61 = $183 |
| 7 nights | 7 x $72 = $504 | 7 x $61 = $427 |
| 14 nights (reduced rate) | 14 x $65 = $910 | 14 x $61 = $854 |

### Sources (checked October 19, 2026)

- [American Kennel Club - Leonberger breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/leonberger/)
- [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 |

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## 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.

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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 fits a Leonberger?

First Class at $72 a night.

### How much is a bath for a Leonberger?

$75 or $85 depending on weight; please ask to confirm.

### Do Leos shed?

The AKC lists regular shedding.
