Hourly dog day care
Hourly day care at Happy Paws is $7 an hour for one dog, and the total never goes above the $38 daily rate, on the 2026 rate sheet. It suits a half day when a full day is more than you need.
$7 an hour, capped at the $38 daily rate (2026 rates)
Not every dog needs eight hours out of the house. Hourly care covers a morning appointment, a long errand or a short trial visit, and the cap means you never pay more than the day rate.
At a glance
- $7 an hour for one dog, up to $38 a day (2026 rates)
- Each additional dog sharing a kennel is $32 for a full day
- Large fenced play areas and a grass field on the property
- Drop-off and pick-up in the regular windows
How the hourly math works
The first five hours cost $7 each, so five hours is $35. After that the charge stops at $38, which is the full daily rate. A six-hour day and a ten-hour day therefore cost the same $38.
| Hours | Charge, 2026 rates |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | $7 |
| 3 hours | $21 |
| 5 hours | $35 |
| 6 hours or more | $38 (daily rate) |
Pick-up windows
Drop-off and pick-up run 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM, every day except the holiday closures on the hours page. Plan your hours around those windows, since the office is closed between 11:30 and 2:00.
Who hourly care suits
- A dog that is new to Happy Paws and needs a short first visit
- A morning vet or dentist appointment for you
- A mid-day break for a young dog that is home alone
- A warm-up visit before a longer stay; see your dog's first boarding stay
Hourly, daily or a package
If you will come often, the buy 10, get 12 package costs $380 for one dog and works out below the daily rate. See day care packages, or the main dog day care page for the full picture.
Sources (checked October 19, 2026)
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 ratesVisit or call
6677 Midway Road, Dixon, CA 95620
| 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
2026 rates
Day care prices
| Dog day care | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 dog, per day | $38 |
| Each additional dog sharing a kennel, per day | $32 |
| Hourly, 1 dog (capped at the daily rate) | $7 an hour |
| Buy 10, get 12 package, 1 dog per kennel | $380 |
| Buy 10, get 12 package, 2 dogs per kennel | $700 |
2026 rates, effective for reservations made on or after Jan 1, 2026. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. An afternoon pick-up is charged half of the nightly rate. All-inclusive: no extra charge for special feedings, medications or walks.
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What pet owners say
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.
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...
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Hourly day care questions
Still have a question? Call 707-678-6600 (every day 7:30-11:30 AM and 2-5 PM) or see the boarding FAQ.
How much is half-day dog daycare?
It is $7 an hour on the 2026 rate sheet, so a three-hour visit is $21. The total is capped at the $38 daily rate.
What is the most I will pay for one day?
$38 for one dog. A second dog sharing the kennel is $32 for the day.
Can I drop off any time?
Drop-off and pick-up run 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
Does my dog need vaccines?
The kennel asks for rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella records. Canine influenza is recommended but not required. Please call to confirm what applies to a day visit.
Happy Paws Kennels
Ask about your dates
Send your dates and pets and the kennel will get back to you. Holiday stays need a 50% deposit 30 days before drop-off, so ask early.
6677 Midway RoadDixon, CA 95620707-678-6600
| 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 |
Check-out is by 11:30 AM. An afternoon pick-up is charged half of the nightly rate.