--- title: Small Dog Boarding Near Dixon & Vacaville | Happy Paws url: https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/small-dog-boarding/ 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/) - Small dog boarding # 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 dog from the same home sharing the run is $44. Kennels from $52 a night, all-inclusive (2026 rates) [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) A small dog does not need a huge space, but it does need warmth, a secure place and company when it wants it. Economy Class is sized for small and medium dogs, and the kennel notes several can fit in one. ## The Economy run Economy kennels are about 16 square feet inside with another 48 outside, in the original building. The kennel calls them a great size for several small or medium dogs or one large dog. A small dog has a doggie door, a raised Kuranda bed and blankets, heating in winter and air conditioning in summer. ## Two small dogs from one home Two small dogs can share one run: $52 for the first dog and $44 for the second each night on the 2026 rates. Business Class (5x6 ft, $59 and $50) gives extra room if your dogs like to stretch out. First Class can hold, in the kennel's words, a whole litter of Chihuahuas. ## Small-dog details - Remove prong or metal pinch collars before check-in; they can catch on the chain-link fences in the runs - Bring a slow-feeder bowl if your dog uses one - Leave your dog in the car and staff will carry belongings and walk your dog in - Hot pavement: staff may scoop up a small dog and hurry ## Small dogs and the Dixon weather Hot ground and cold valley nights are tough on every dog's paws. The runs are heated and air conditioned, and dogs can pick inside or out. For summer numbers see [hot pavement and paws](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/hot-pavement-and-paws/). Breed guides include the [Chihuahua](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/chihuahua/), [Yorkshire Terrier](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/yorkshire-terrier/) and [Pomeranian](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/pomeranian/). ## Booking Send a booking request or call 707-678-6600. Reviewers mention driving from 30 minutes to an hour and calling it worth the drive. See [boarding small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) for more. ### 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) - [Happy Paws Kennels: important things to know](https://happypawskennels.com/things-to-know/) ### 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 - [Economy Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/economy-class-kennel/) - [Boarding small dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/breeds/small-dogs/) - [Which kennel class does my dog need?](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/choosing-a-kennel-class/) - [Why we ask you to remove metal pinch (prong) collars](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/prong-collars-and-kennels/) - [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 - [### 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/) - [### 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/) Answers ## Small dog boarding 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/). ### Which kennel is right for a small dog? Economy Class, at $52 a night on the 2026 rate sheet, is sized for small and medium dogs. ### Can two small dogs share a run? Yes. The second dog sharing is $44 a night. ### Do small dogs need different vaccines? No. All dogs need rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. ### Will a small dog be lonely? Dogs see their neighbors through the fence but have their own space. Dogs from one home can also share.