--- title: Boarding a Whippet | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/whippet/ 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/) - Whippet # Boarding a Whippet A Whippet 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):** 25 to 40 lb - **Height (AKC):** 18 to 22 in - **Kennel:** Economy Class, 4 x 4 ft - **Per night:** $52 - **Bath (2024 chart):** $40 The AKC lists a Whippet at 19 to 22 inches (male) and 18 to 21 inches (female) and 25 to 40 pounds, so one fits an Economy kennel (4x4 ft, $52 a night on the 2026 rates). On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the short column is $40 at 26 to 50 pounds; please ask to confirm. A Whippet sprints, then sleeps. The AKC says they stretch out and relax for long hours between bursts. ## Slim dog, Economy run At 25 to 40 pounds a Whippet is slim and light, and Economy (4x4 ft, $52 a night) is the match. Tall and thin, he still has the inside half to stretch out and the outside half to look around. Two Whippets from one home fit in one Economy run for $52 and $44. ## Coat and baths A close, smooth coat with occasional shedding per the AKC. On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024, the short column is $40 at 26 to 50 pounds, and $35 in the extra short column. Please ask to confirm. A Whippet's thin coat dries quickly. ## Gentle, amiable, all business when chasing The AKC calls the Whippet amiable and gentle, and says give him something to chase and he is all business. Whippets like a fenced yard to run in, and the fenced play areas at Happy Paws offer that. The AKC adds that they rarely bark. Walks are included, and a Whippet will happily do a lap of the field. ## Heat, cold and the run A short thin coat gives little insulation. In winter the heated runs and the blankets matter more than they would for a Lab; a lean dog with a thin coat is happy on the Kuranda bed under a blanket. Summer is milder for him, with the indoor side air-conditioned. ## Relaxing between sprints The AKC says Whippets stretch out and relax for long hours between bursts. A Kuranda bed lifts a thin dog off the floor, and blankets are in every run. For two Whippets from one home, Economy sharing is $52 and $44 a night on the 2026 rates. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. ## Prey drive and fences Because the AKC calls the breed a sighthound that goes into business when something runs, check-in is best done with your Whippet leashed in the car until staff come to walk him in. A secure collar and an up-to-date vaccine record keep the process smooth. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [American Kennel Club - Whippet breed page](https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/whippet/) - [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 medium dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/medium-dogs/) - [Greyhound](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/greyhound/) - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) ## 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 - [Bullmastiff](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bullmastiff/) - [Australian Cattle Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/australian-cattle-dog/) - [Alaskan Malamute](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/alaskan-malamute/) - [Chesapeake Bay Retriever](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chesapeake-bay-retriever/) - [Wirehaired Pointing Griffon](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/wirehaired-pointing-griffon/) - [German Wirehaired Pointer](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/german-wirehaired-pointer/) - [Dalmatian](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/dalmatian/) - [Papillon](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/papillon/) 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 Economy enough for a Whippet? Yes. The AKC lists 25 to 40 pounds, and Economy is the 4x4 ft kennel at $52 a night on the 2026 rates. ### Will a Whippet run? The fenced play areas and grass field give room, and walks are included. ### What does a Whippet bath cost? On the bath chart effective January 1, 2024 it is $40 at 26 to 50 pounds in the short column. Please ask to confirm.