Dog boarding prices in Melbourne (2026)
Last checked: 23 Oct 2026
We compared the lowest published standard dog rate at 11 Melbourne kennels. They range from $40 to $67 per dog per day/night, with a median of $51. Peak and Christmas rates are usually higher and often come with minimum stays.
| Provider | Area | Lowest standard rate | Published peak rate(s) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All 4 Paws and Claws Resort | Dixons Creek | $40/day Twin share room | $50 (Twin share, Christmas stay under 14 days) $65 (Single room, Christmas stay under 14 days) | source for All 4 Paws and Claws Resort dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Sparrows In The Tree Top | Yarrambat | $40/night Toy (off-peak) | $53 (Small & medium (peak)) $56 (Large (peak)) $90 (Single kennelling (peak)) | source for Sparrows In The Tree Top dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Animal Aid Boarding Kennels & Cattery | Coldstream | $42/day Small dog (under 15 kg) | Public holidays: +$8 per dog, +$5 per cat. | source for Animal Aid Boarding Kennels & Cattery dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Pet Resorts Australia – Port Melbourne | Port Melbourne | from $49.50/day Guest Room (from) | Christmas Rate applies for one month between December and January covering Christmas and New Year's Day (dates change yearly). Amount not published. | source for Pet Resorts Australia – Port Melbourne dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Hallam Park Pet Resort | Hallam | $50/day Standard kennel (non-peak) | $55 (Standard kennel (peak)) $65 (Cottage, small dogs (peak)) | source for Hallam Park Pet Resort dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Kip Melbourne South East | Dandenong South | from $51/day Classic Room (Studio) | Not published | source for Kip Melbourne South East dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Hanrob Pet Hotels Melbourne Airport | Tullamarine | from $53/day Classic Room (from) | Seasonal (low/high season) pricing applies; peak amounts not published. | source for Hanrob Pet Hotels Melbourne Airport dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Kooronya Boarding Kennel and Cattery | Moorooduc | $56/day Small dog | Not published | source for Kooronya Boarding Kennel and Cattery dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Cottage Kennels and Cattery | Plenty | $59/day The Main, shared accommodation | Single accommodation attracts a $20 daily surcharge across peak periods (school holidays). | source for Cottage Kennels and Cattery dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Kepala Pet Resort | Diggers Rest | $64/night Standard kennel, small breed (single) | One-off $85 surcharge per family for Christmas and Easter bookings (covers all public holidays in that period); $45 one-off surcharge for other single public holidays. | source for Kepala Pet Resort dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
| Kip Bayside | Moorabbin | from $67/day Classic Room (from) | Not published | source for Kip Bayside dog rate (opens in a new tab) 23 Oct 2026 |
No standard rate published: Dogs Country Club & Kennel Resort.
What pushes the price up
- Size and room type: larger dogs and private suites cost more.
- Peak periods: Christmas, Easter and school holidays bring higher daily rates, surcharges or minimum stays.
- Per day vs per night: some providers charge every calendar day including arrival and departure; others charge per night. Check each provider page.
- Extras: own food, medication, playtime and pick-up are often extra.
"From" means the provider's advertised starting price. Figures are copied from provider websites on the date shown; we do not negotiate or verify final quotes.
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