--- title: Boarding a Pumi | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pumi/ 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/) - Pumi # Boarding a Pumi A Pumi 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):** 22 to 29 lb - **Height (AKC):** 15 to 18.5 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $40 to $45 The AKC lists a Pumi at 16 to 18.5 inches and 27 to 29 pounds for a male, 15 to 17.5 inches and 22 to 24 pounds for a female, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the medium column is $40 at 16 to 25 pounds and $45 at 26 to 50; please ask to confirm. Hungarian herder, corkscrew curls, upright ears folded forward. A Pumi's coat takes more thought than its size, because the AKC advises against a blow-dryer. ## Curls that go back with water The AKC says the coat is half soft hair and half harsher hair, all the same length, that does not shed but sheds hair during brushing sessions. It needs combing every three to six weeks, followed by a good wetting-down to let the curls re-form. The AKC says a blow-dryer is not recommended because it removes the curls. So the chart reading is medium, $40 at 16 to 25 pounds and $45 at 26 to 50, effective January 1, 2024. Please ask to confirm, and tell the front desk how your Pumi is usually dried. ## Intelligent, agile and climbing The AKC describes a very intelligent, energetic dog that needs regular exercise and mental stimulation, will climb over and under things and likes high places. Tennis balls and flying discs are favorite toys, and a Pumi will ask for a chase-and-fetch game. The grass field and the large fenced play areas fit that, and walks are included. ## Sexes land in different bath rows A female Pumi at 22 to 24 pounds is a 16 to 25 pound dog on the chart, and a male at 27 to 29 pounds is a 26 to 50 pound dog, but both are Economy dogs at $52 a night. Two from the same home share for $52 and $44. ## What 13 nights adds up to For 13 nights, one Pumi in [Economy](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) (4x4 ft) is 13 x $52 = $676 on the 2026 rates. A second dog from your home sharing the run is $44 a night, and from 14 nights the rate drops to $47. Military families pay that same reduced rate, about 10 percent off; the sheet does not list the two as combining, so call 707-678-6600 to confirm. The balance is due at pick-up, and check-out is by 11:30 AM. ## Curious, with a doggie door A climber likes a vantage point, and the runs have Kuranda beds that raise a dog off the floor. One toy from home is welcome, but not the favorite one. Dixon's summers run to about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more by the NOAA Vacaville normals, and the inside half of the run is air-conditioned. See also the [medium dogs guide](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) and the [boarder bath chart](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/). ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Pumi breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pumi/) - [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 - [Border Collie](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/border-collie/) - [Miniature American Shepherd](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/miniature-american-shepherd/) - [Boarding medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Boarding high-energy dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/high-energy-dogs/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [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. 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The AKC says the Pumi does not shed, though hair comes out when the coat is brushed. ### What does a 13 night stay cost? 13 x $52 = $676 on the 2026 rates; at 14 nights the reduced rate of $47 begins. ### Can my Pumi be blow-dried? The AKC advises against it, because it removes the curls. Say how you want the coat dried when you ask for a bath.