--- title: Boarding a Rhodesian Ridgeback | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/rhodesian-ridgeback/ 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/) - Rhodesian Ridgeback # Boarding a Rhodesian Ridgeback A Rhodesian Ridgeback 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) [Usually fits a Business Class kennel $59 a night ยท 5 x 6 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - **Weight (AKC):** 85 lb - **Kennel:** Business Class, 5 x 6 ft - **Per night:** $59 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $45 to $50 A Rhodesian Ridgeback is a large dog, about 85 pounds for males and 70 for females by the AKC, with a short sleek coat, so one fits a Business Class kennel (5x6 ft, $59 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart a short coat is $45 at 51 to 75 pounds and $50 at 76 to 100. AKC describes a Renaissance hound whose hallmark is the ridge of backward-growing hair on the back, made famous in Africa for tracking and baying lions. The dog in your car is an athletic, dignified family dog. ## Business Class Males are 25 to 27 inches, females 24 to 26. Business Class works for one; a male who likes space can use First Class at $72. Two from one home pay $72 plus $61 there. ## Sleek short coat The coat is short, dense and glossy; the ridge is the only feature to mention. Shedding is 3 of 5 by AKC. A female at 70 pounds is $45 Short; a male at 85 is $50. Ask to confirm. ## Hot-country hound The breed came from southern Africa, but a Dixon July is hot at about 97 degrees (NOAA, Vacaville) and about 28 days a year top 100. Shade, water and the air-conditioned inside half are still used. ## Energy and temperament Energy is 3 of 5: steady rather than frantic. Ridgebacks can be reserved with strangers, so a calm check-in at the car works best. Walks are included. ## Reserved with strangers Ridgebacks can be aloof with new people. A calm intro at the car and a familiar blanket help. ## Fences A strong, fast hound needs secure handling. Staff use a leash between areas, and the large play areas are fenced. ## What a stay costs A 6-night stay in Business Class is 6 x $59 on the 2026 rates. A second dog from the same home is $50, and 14 nights or more is $53 a night; active military families pay that same reduced rate (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm). ## Booking and hours Drop-off and pick-up are every day, 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2 to 5 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half the nightly fee. Request a stay online or call 707-678-6600. ## Costs and records A week in Business is 7 x $59 = $413 on the 2026 rates; 14 nights or more is $53. Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella records must be good through the last day, and your dog should be 16 weeks or older before the first day. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Rhodesian Ridgeback breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/rhodesian-ridgeback/) - [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/) - [Boarding short-coated dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/short-coated-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Weimaraner](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/weimaraner/) ## 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 - [Newfoundland](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/newfoundland/) - [Shiba Inu](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/shiba-inu/) - [West Highland White Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/west-highland-white-terrier/) - [Bichon Frise](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bichon-frise/) - [Portuguese Water Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/portuguese-water-dog/) - [Bloodhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bloodhound/) - [Akita](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/akita/) - [Saint Bernard](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/saint-bernard/) 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/). ### Is a Ridgeback hard to board? No; they are steady dogs. ### Is the ridge a problem? No. ### Does it need a bath? Optional; ask for the price.