--- title: FAQ: Medications & Health | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/faq/medications/ 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/) - [FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/) - Medications and health # Medication and health questions Medications are given at no extra charge. Hand them over at drop-off with written instructions, and list your pet's health conditions on the boarding agreement. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) Medicine, health information and what happens if your pet needs care while you are away. ## Giving medication ### Do you charge to give medication? No. Special feedings, giving medications and walks are all included in the nightly rate. ### How should I bring medication? In its original container with written instructions: the dose, the times and how it is given. Mark the name of your pet on it. ### Can medicine be given with a meal? Yes. Tell the staff how your pet takes it. Customers have mentioned a diet or schedule being followed closely. ## Health rules ### How old must my pet be? At least 16 weeks old before the first day of the stay, with the vaccinations recommended for that age. ### Can a pet with a health condition stay? A pet may not be accepted if it is not in good health. Call 707-678-6600 or come for a tour and talk with a manager about your pet. Diabetic pets are often more comfortable in a quieter setting, so ask first. ### Do fleas matter? Pets should arrive free of fleas and ticks. If a problem is found after drop-off, the pet is bathed at the owner's cost. ## If your pet needs a vet ### Who decides on veterinary care? The boarding agreement gives the kennel permission to arrange veterinary care at the owner's expense if it seems necessary. The staff contact you first, then your additional contact, then your emergency contact. ### What is the medical release? Page four of the boarding agreement. It records your pet's conditions, age-related concerns, pet insurance and how much treatment you want if you cannot be reached. ### Who should my emergency contact be? Someone who is not traveling with you and who may decide and pick up for you. ## Stress and routine ### Can boarding bring on anxiety or stiffness? Boarding is a change of routine, and conditions such as anxiety, mobility problems or arthritis can flare. Describe them on the agreement so the staff know. ### Which vaccines are required? Dogs: rabies, distemper/parvo, Bordetella and canine influenza. Cats: rabies and FVRCP. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Happy Paws Kennels boarding agreement (PDF)](https://happypawskennels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Happy-Paws-Boarding-Agreement.pdf) - [Happy Paws Kennels: 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 - [Medications at no charge](https://happypawskennels.com/cat-boarding/medications-included/) - [Boarding a dog on medication](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/boarding-a-dog-on-medication/) - [Boarding a diabetic dog or cat](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/boarding-a-diabetic-pet/) - [Vaccination requirements](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccination-requirements/) - [Boarding agreement](https://happypawskennels.com/boarding-contract/) ## Other question topics - [### Reservations and booking](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/reservations/) - [### Drop-off and pick-up](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/drop-off-and-pick-up/) - [### Holiday deposits and cancellations](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/holiday-deposits/) - [### Payment](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/payment/) - [### Food and treats](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/food/) - [### Vaccines](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/vaccines/) - [### Cat boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/cats/) - [### Small pets](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/small-pets/) - [### Day care](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/day-care/) - [### Baths](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/baths/) - [### Tours and visits](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/tours/) - [### What to bring](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/what-to-bring/) - [### Safety and cleaning](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/safety/) - [### Military and long-term stays](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/military-and-long-term/) - [### Extras and play sessions](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/extras/)