--- title: What if My Pet Arrives With Fleas? | Happy Paws url: https://happypawskennels.com/questions/what-if-my-pet-arrives-with-fleas/ 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/) - What if my pet arrives with fleas? # What if my pet arrives with fleas? Your pet will be bathed, and you pay for the bath. Happy Paws asks that pets arrive flea and tick free to keep every guest comfortable. [Book a stay](https://happypawskennels.propetware.com/customerLogin)[Call 707-678-6600](tel:+17076786600) A bath is the fix, and it is booked as a boarder bath. ## What the kennel does If staff find fleas or ticks after drop-off, they bathe the pet. The bath is billed to the owner at the bath rate, which depends on size, coat type and coat length. Please ask for the current price. See [how much is a bath](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-is-a-bath/). ## Prevention Flea prevention is recommended for every boarder. It comes over the counter or by prescription, and your veterinarian can tell you which product suits your pet. Start it before the stay so it has time to work. ## Cats too The same request applies to cats. Fleas travel easily between animals, which is why the kennel asks every owner to check before coming. ## Before drop-off Check your pet's coat and skin the day before. The [flea and tick prevention page](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccines/flea-and-tick-prevention/) and [vaccination requirements](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccination-requirements/) list the rest. ## Why fleas matter in a kennel Fleas can be found almost anywhere, so avoiding them entirely is hard. Routine treatment with an effective preventive protects your pet before an infestation begins, and prevention is also what keeps the kennel comfortable for every other guest. ## After a bath The bath removes fleas on the pet, and your veterinarian can advise on treating your home and any other pets. Mention the flea problem to your vet at the next visit. ## Before the next trip If your pet picked up fleas once, talk to your veterinarian about prevention that fits your pet and your household, and start it in time for the next stay. ### Sources (checked October 19, 2026) - [Happy Paws Kennels, vaccination requirements](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccination-requirements/) - [Happy Paws Kennels, things to know](https://happypawskennels.com/things-to-know/) ### 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 - [Flea & tick prevention before boarding](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccines/flea-and-tick-prevention/) - [Boarder baths](https://happypawskennels.com/baths/) - [Vaccination requirements](https://happypawskennels.com/vaccination-requirements/) - [How much is a bath?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-is-a-bath/) - [What to bring](https://happypawskennels.com/what-to-bring/) - [FAQ](https://happypawskennels.com/faq/) ## Read next - [How often do dogs need rabies shots in California?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-often-do-dogs-need-rabies-shots-in-california/) - [Is the rabies vaccine required for cats in California?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/is-the-rabies-vaccine-required-for-cats-in-california/) - [Does the FVRCP vaccine expire?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/does-the-fvrcp-vaccine-expire/) - [Does my pet's vaccine have to last through the whole stay?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/does-my-pets-vaccine-have-to-last-through-the-whole-stay/) - [Is the kennel cough vaccine required by California law?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/is-the-kennel-cough-vaccine-required-by-california-law/) - [Is a rabies tag enough proof of vaccination?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/is-a-rabies-tag-enough-proof-of-vaccination/) - [How much does it cost to board a dog for a week?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-does-it-cost-to-board-a-dog-for-a-week/) - [How much does it cost to board a cat for two weeks?](https://happypawskennels.com/questions/how-much-does-it-cost-to-board-a-cat-for-two-weeks/) 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/). ### Will I be told? The kennel contacts you if there is a problem. ### Is flea prevention required? It is recommended, and arriving flea and tick free is requested.