--- title: Cost to Board a Large Dog | Happy Paws Kennels url: https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-does-it-cost-to-board-a-large-dog/ 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/) - How much does it cost to board a large dog? # How much does it cost to board a large dog? On the 2026 rates, a large dog is $59 per night in Business Class. An extra large dog goes in First Class at $72, and the Economy kennel at $52 also fits one large dog. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) Weight does not set the price. The kennel class does, and the class follows the room your dog needs. ## Large dog, three choices Economy has about 16 square feet inside plus 48 outside, Business Class about 30 plus 60, First Class about 48 plus 72. | Class | Interior | Per night | 7 nights | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Economy | 4x4 ft | $52 | 7 x $52 = $364 | | Business Class | 5x6 ft | $59 | 7 x $59 = $413 | | First Class | 6x8 ft | $72 | 7 x $72 = $504 | ## Which to pick Business Class suits one large dog or a pair, and also a dog who does not like to share. First Class is for extra large dogs, such as Great Danes, or two or three large dogs together. Economy fits one large dog who is comfortable in a smaller kennel. Ask for a recommendation by phone, or use the [kennel class finder](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/kennel-class-finder/). ## Ways the price drops Stays of 14 nights or more and military families get the reduced line: $53 in Business Class and $65 in First Class. A second large dog in the same kennel pays $50 in Business Class or $61 in First Class. Military and long-term do not stack. ## What stays the same Food, walks and medications are included whatever the size of the dog. Baths are priced by weight and coat, so a large dog's bath is higher: please ask for a price. Read more on the [large and giant dogs page](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/). ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [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 facility tour page](https://happypawskennels.com/touring-the-facility/) - [Happy Paws Kennels rates page](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 - [Boarding large & giant dogs](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/large-and-giant-dogs/) - [Business Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/business-class-kennel/) - [First Class kennel](https://happypawskennels.com/dog-boarding/first-class-kennel/) - [Which kennel class?](https://happypawskennels.com/tools/kennel-class-finder/) - [Our kennel sizes compared](https://happypawskennels.com/data/kennel-sizes-compared/) - [Which kennel class does my dog need?](https://happypawskennels.com/guides/choosing-a-kennel-class/) - [FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/) ## Read next - [How much does it cost to board a small dog?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-does-it-cost-to-board-a-small-dog/) - [Do I need a reservation?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/do-i-need-a-reservation/) - [Can I book online?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/can-i-book-online/) - [What are your drop-off hours?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-are-your-drop-off-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/) - [Are you open on holidays?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/are-you-open-on-holidays/) - [When is a holiday deposit due?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/when-is-a-holiday-deposit-due/) Answers ## Questions people ask 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/). ### Do two large dogs need two kennels? Not necessarily. A pair of large dogs can share Business Class, and First Class fits two or three. ### Which class for a very large dog? First Class is the largest. Call 707-678-6600 and describe your dog.