Dog Boarding in Sydney
Petcare board from 1-4 dogs daily in a home environment.
We aim to ensure the comfort received is the same as your dog would expect at home.
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We do not take large dogs, ones that bark, un desexed dogs, puppies, aggressive dogs or ones with separation anxiety issues.
All dogs need to be micro chipped, tagged with their owners phone contact, and be vaccinated against Kennel Cough.
Our boarders are taken daily to Sydney Park minutes away from our home for their outing. Here they can sniff trees, play ball, enjoy exercising and the ambience of the park. We go over your dog's usual walking routine and take instructions regarding permission to let off a lead, fear of noise, love of water, chasing birds and other behavioural matters to optimise care at all times.
At night your dog can sleep inside our home or outside under cover. Owners are encouraged to bring their own dog's bed or alternatively we can provide one.
Owners need to supply food or we can purchase and add to the boarding account.
Our Rates
| Period: | Price: |
|---|---|
| All year | $35 |
| Wash before returning home | $15 |
|---|---|
| Pet Taxi. Eastern Suburbs/Inner West/CBD. One way | $25 |
| As above. Round trip | $45 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I bring anything for my dog? It is not necessary for you to bring anything for your dog. We do however encourage owners to bring a familiar bed or blanket that the dog uses at home.
Can you administer my dogs medication? Is there a charge? Yes, we will administer your dog's medication at no extra charge. Please bring the medication in the original prescription container.
Can any dog board with Petcare? No. Every dog must first complete an interview process so we can see how they interact with other dogs. We are not in a position to take unruly dogs that bark or cause undue disturbance to other boarders.
Does someone stay with the dogs overnight? Yes. We live on site. There may be times when we are away for a few hours for personal reasons or shopping.
It seems like a zoo when I drop my dog off, is it always like that? No. When we have visitors such as a new dog, or new person, the dogs often get very excited and you can hear and see this excitement. There is always playing and some barking going on, but the dogs actually settle down quite a bit once the new dog is introduced into the play areas and our human visitors either leave or are very quiet for a few minutes.
Will my dog like this environment? If your dog does not like other dogs, then no, your dog may not like this environment. Every dog is different, but part of our interview process is to asses whether your dog enjoys our environment. We want your dog to be happy as much as you do and promise to be honest with you if we feel this isn't the best possible environment for your pet.
What do you do in case of illness or injury? We quickly assess the situation to determine what plan of action to take. Our concern is always what is best for our canine camper. Depending on the situation, we will either rush your dog to the closest vet or, in non-emergency situations, we will make the effort to take them to their own vet. We always try to contact the owner to get their permission for our chosen course of action.
Do dogs ever get hurt? Although we do our best to minimize any injury to your dog, during normal play a dog may get small scratches, nicks, and lose small patches of fur. Although rare, it is possible for more serious injuries to occur.
Why do you require that my dog be spayed or neutered? The main reason is that intact dogs are at greater risk of injury from other dogs. In a social environment, intact males are often viewed as threats by other dominant dogs. Intact females, whether in heat or not, may be picked on by other female dogs and male dogs will view her as an intact female and treat her as such.
