--- title: Boarding Large & Giant Dogs | First Class Runs, Dixon url: https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/ 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/) - [Dog boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/) - Boarding large & giant dogs # Boarding large and giant dogs Large and giant dogs have the First Class kennel at Happy Paws: 6x8 ft inside plus about 72 square feet outside, at $72 a night on the 2026 rate sheet. Business Class at $59 suits a pair of large dogs or one who does not like to share. Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates) [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) A Great Dane does not turn around in a 4x4 run, and an owner of a big dog knows it. The kennel sizes here were built with large breeds in mind. ## Which run for which dog The kennel describes First Class as right for extra large dogs, two or three large dogs, or a whole litter of Chihuahuas. Business Class is sized for a pair of large dogs or one who does not like to share, and Economy fits one large dog. | Run | Size inside and outside | Per night, 2026 rates | | --- | --- | --- | | First Class | 6x8 ft inside, about 72 sq ft outside | $72; each additional dog sharing $61 | | Business Class | 5x6 ft inside, about 60 sq ft outside | $59; each additional dog sharing $50 | | Economy Class | 4x4 ft inside, about 48 sq ft outside | $52; each additional dog sharing $44 | ## Every run has the basics - A doggie door to the outdoor run - Heating in winter and air conditioning in summer - A raised Kuranda bed and blankets - Walks included in the rate ## Room to move Large breeds have the same needs as small ones, plus more floor. A big dog that can stretch out, take a few steps and step outside tends to settle sooner. Many large breeds also run warm, so the air-conditioned inside and the choice of going out matter in a Dixon summer. Breed pages cover specific breeds, like the [Great Dane](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/great-dane/) and [Bernese Mountain Dog](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/bernese-mountain-dog/). For the whole group, see [giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/). ## Sharing for big dogs Two large dogs from one home in First Class pay $72 for the first and $61 for the second each night. Long stays of 14 nights or more and military stays are $65 for one dog in First Class. ## Booking Tell the kennel your dog's weight and height when you book, and staff will confirm the right run. The [kennel class finder](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/kennel-class-finder/) is a quick guide, and [First Class kennels](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) has the details. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Happy Paws Kennels: touring the facility](https://happypawskennels.com/touring-the-facility/) - [Happy Paws Kennels 2026 rate sheet (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2026-Rates-EFFECTIVE-1-1-26.pdf) ### 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 - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [Boarding large dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/large-dogs/) - [Boarding giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/giant-dogs/) - [Which kennel class does my dog need?](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/choosing-a-kennel-class/) - [Which kennel class?](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/kennel-class-finder/) ## 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. ## Price your stay Drop-off Pick-up Pick-up time By 11:30 AM Afternoon Dogs Cats Kennel class for your dogs Options My dogs share one kennel My cats share one condo Active military family Your estimate Pick your dates to see an estimate from the 2026 rate sheet. [Request these dates](#book-form)[Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call](tel:+17076786600) Estimate from our 2026 rates (effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026). Your final total is confirmed at check-in. Military and 14+ night rates are the same reduced 1-dog rate; the estimator uses one, never both. [See the full rate sheet](https://happypawskennels.com/rates/). ## 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 - [### Small dog boarding Small dogs board at Happy Paws in Economy Class, a 4x4 ft run with about 48 square feet outside, for $52 a night on the 2026 rate sheet. A second...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/small-dog-boarding/) - [### Boarding high-energy dogs High-energy dogs get walks included in the nightly rate and a property with large fenced play areas and a grass field at Happy Paws. Rates start...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/high-energy-dogs/) - [### 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...](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/afternoon-pickup/) - [### 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/) Answers ## Boarding large & giant dogs 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 is the best kennel for a giant breed? First Class, at 6x8 ft inside plus about 72 square feet outside, for $72 a night on the 2026 rate sheet. ### Can two large dogs share? Yes, dogs from the same home can share. Business Class suits a pair of large dogs, and First Class suits two or three. ### Is there a weight limit? The rate sheet lists none. Tell the kennel your dog's size when you book. ### Do large dogs pay more per night? They pay according to the run: $52, $59 or $72 a night depending on the class.