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title: Check-Out by 11:30 & Afternoon Pick-Up | Happy Paws
url: https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/afternoon-pickup/
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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- Check-out and afternoon pick-up

# Check-out and afternoon pick-up

Check-out at Happy Paws is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is charged half of the nightly fee on the 2026 rate sheet. Afternoon pick-up runs 2:00 to 5:00 PM.

Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates)

[Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600)

The kennel charges by the night and works like a hotel, so the morning check-out time decides whether you pay for another night. An afternoon pick-up is welcome and costs half.

## The two pick-up windows

The office is closed between 11:30 AM and 2:00 PM. The same two windows apply to drop-offs.

| Window | Time | Charge |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Morning check-out | 7:30 to 11:30 AM | No extra charge |
| Afternoon pick-up | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | Half of the nightly fee |

## What half a night costs

Half of the nightly fee on the 2026 rates is $26 for an Economy run, $29.50 for Business Class and $36 for First Class. A cat in the cattery is $17.50. For example, a three-night stay in Economy with a 3:00 PM pick-up costs three nights at $52 plus $26 for the afternoon.

## Plan around holidays

On Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve the kennel closes at 3:00 PM and the afternoon window is 1:00 to 3:00. The kennel is closed all day on New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. See the [hours page](https://happypawskennels.com/hours/).

## If you want a bath before pick-up

Give staff your best estimate of your arrival time so bathing and drying are finished by then. Baths are priced by size and coat; please ask. The [bath page](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) has the details.

## Running late

If your travel changes, call 707-678-6600 as soon as you know. See [what if I am delayed coming back](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-if-i-am-delayed-coming-back/) and [what time is check-out](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-time-is-check-out/).

### Sources (checked October 19, 2026)

- [Happy Paws Kennels: hours](https://happypawskennels.com/hours/)
- [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 rates page](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 |
| --- | --- |
| 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

- [Hours and holiday closures](https://happypawskennels.com/hours/)
- [What time is check-out?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-time-is-check-out/)
- [What happens if I pick up in the afternoon?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-happens-if-i-pick-up-in-the-afternoon/)
- [Half-day charge](https://happypawskennels.com/glossary/half-day-charge/)
- [Check-out time](https://happypawskennels.com/glossary/check-out-time/)
- [2026 rates](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/)

## Check a drop-off or pick-up day

Day

Arrival time

Drop-off and pick-up every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM. Closed all day on New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas; Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve close at 3:00 PM.

## What pet owners say

4.9 from 133 Google reviews [Read them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=12930655858419906774)

I love boarding my dog there because on vacation I know he'll be safe. Well treated heat and AC all is good. They send me photos of them and they're very very friendly staff. I highly recommend HAPPY PAWS to anyone.

Marc B., Google review, August 2026

I love this place and so do the dogs. They offers tours, have A/C and/or heat. They always look and smell super clean. They even filter the indoor air. They email pics of them playing. I have 2 large breeds that share a 1st class kennel. They even offer treats and baths. So nice to have a place I trust. Everyone is...

Deanna M., Google review, July 2026

## Other services

- [### First Class kennel The First Class kennel is the largest run at Happy Paws: a 6x8 ft interior, about 48 square feet inside plus about 72 outside. On the 2026 rate...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/)
- [### Business Class kennel The Business Class kennel is a 5x6 ft interior run with about 30 square feet inside and about 60 outside. On the 2026 rate sheet it is $59 a night...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/)
- [### Economy Class kennel The Economy Class kennel has a 4x4 ft interior, about 16 square feet inside and about 48 outside. On the 2026 rate sheet it is $52 a night for one...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/)
- [### Long-term boarding Stays of 14 nights or more get a reduced long-term rate of $65 in First Class, $53 in Business Class and $47 in Economy, about 10 percent off the...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/long-term-dog-boarding/)
- [### Military rate The military rate takes about 10 percent off the one-dog nightly price: $65 in First Class, $53 in Business Class and $47 in Economy on the 2026...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/military-discount/)
- [### Two or more dogs Dogs from the same home can share one kennel, and each additional dog is about 15 percent off: $61 in First Class, $50 in Business Class and $44...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/multi-dog-boarding/)

Answers

## Check-out and afternoon pick-up questions

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/).

### What time is check-out?

By 11:30 AM.

### What does an afternoon pick-up cost?

Half of the nightly fee, on the 2026 rate sheet.

### When can I pick up in the afternoon?

Between 2:00 and 5:00 PM, except on holiday eves when the window is 1:00 to 3:00.

### Is the kennel open at lunch?

No. The office is closed from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.