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title: Boarding a Welsh Terrier | Happy Paws Kennels
url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/welsh-terrier/
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 Welsh Terrier

A Welsh Terrier usually fits an Economy Class kennel, 4 x 4 ft inside, at $52 a night on the 2026 rates.

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[Usually fits an Economy Class kennel $52 a night · 4 x 4 ft inside](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/)

- **Weight (AKC):** 20 lb

- **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft

- **Per night:** $52

- **Bath (2024 chart):** $40

A Welsh Terrier stands about 15 inches and averages 20 pounds by the AKC standard, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the 2024 bath chart a wiry Medium coat at 16 to 25 pounds is $40.

The AKC calls the Welsh game but not quarrelsome, and says he is a bit calmer than most terriers. The standard calls him alert, spirited, friendly and self-controlled.

## A mid-sized terrier, a small kennel

Males are about 15 inches at the withers, with 15.5 the upper limit, and bitches are proportionally smaller. Twenty pounds is the standard's average, varying a few pounds with height and bone. Economy's 16 square feet inside plus 48 outside suits one dog. A second Welsh from the same home is $44.

## Wiry jacket, tan legs

The coat is hard, wiry and dense with a close jacket and a short soft undercoat; the jacket is black, spreading up the neck and down the tail, with clear tan legs and head. Dense furnishings on the muzzle and legs hold dirt, so a bath before pick-up is popular after field days. The 2024 chart shows $40 in the Medium column for 16 to 25 pounds; a smaller dog at 15 pounds or less is $30. Please ask to confirm.

## Calm for a terrier

The AKC singles out the breed as calmer than most terriers, but the standard still wants a spirited, game dog. That means a dog who settles quickly in a run and still enjoys a long walk. Walks are included, and the large fenced areas allow a gallop. Tell the staff if your dog digs. The standard pairs that spirit with self control, which is what makes a Welsh an easy dog to walk in on a leash.

## Weather

The NOAA Vacaville station (1991-2020 normals) records about 100 days a year at 90 degrees or more. A wiry jacket with an undercoat holds heat, so afternoons belong in the air-conditioned inside half. Winter nights are covered by the heated runs and a Kuranda bed.

## The bill

A weekend of 3 nights in Economy is 3 x $52 = $156 on the 2026 rates. A week is 7 x $52 = $364. At 14 nights or more the rate is $47 a night. Food is free from the house supply, or bring your own in its original bag with the amount written in cups, and medications are given at no extra charge.

### Sources (checked October 19, 2026)

- [American Kennel Club - Welsh Terrier breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/welsh-terrier/)
- [American Kennel Club - Official Standard of the Welsh Terrier](https://images.akc.org/pdf/breeds/standards/WelshTerrier.pdf)
- [American Kennel Club - Breed Weight Chart](https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/nutrition/breed-weight-chart/)
- [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/)

### 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 |
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| 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/).

### How big is a Welsh Terrier?

About 15 inches at the withers and an average of 20 pounds by the AKC standard, so Economy is the right size.

### Does a Welsh Terrier need a special diet?

Only if your vet says so. Your own food is welcome in the original bag at no charge.

### Can my terrier bring a toy?

One toy, not the favorite.