At Take Your Pet, we’re obviously pretty passionate about pet-friendly holidays. We love showing you ways to enjoy vacations with four-legged family members in tow – and the accommodation, dining and services you can use on your travels.
But here’s the thing – we know that not every holiday is perfect for pets. It’s important to honestly assess whether you’re able to cater for the complex, changing needs of your fur baby when travelling. Just like you would with regular babies, you need to consider whether your holiday activities will be suitable (are you spending a lot of time in national parks for example?). You also need to think about their temperament. Do they get stressed easily in unfamiliar places or large crowds of people? Are they older or in need of extra TLC?
Choosing to leave your pet behind can be a hard decision to make, but in some cases it’s the best option for everyone involved. And with so many amazing kennels and catteries on offer, your pet will likely not want to leave when it comes time to go home.
We’ve rounded up our top picks of kennels and catteries in NSW, who will treat your pet like their own.
Coronation Kennels and Cattery
Exploring the North Coast of NSW, but need to leave your furry family member behind for a little while? There’s no place like Coronation Kennels and Cattery. Located at Congarinni North and 20 minutes from Nambucca Heads, it is a completely new pet boarding complex. Rest assured that your pet will be treated like royalty, whether they’re in for pet daycare, overnight accommodation or an extended stay.
Dog accommodation options include Luxury Small Dog individual rooms, with vinyl floors, a sun area and grassed play yard, and Medium/Large Dog kennels, with verandah and exercise yard. Your dog is fed twice daily with Royal Canin and Black Hawke (plus BBQ chicken or home cooked corn beef for the fussy eater!) Plus, the cattery is so popular that it’s continually booked out a fortnight in advance, at a tiny $12 per day. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Blue Mountains Pet Resort
You’re not the only one who could benefit from some fresh mountain air! At Blue Mountains Pet Resort, your pets can enjoy a little bit of luxury amongst the tranquil town of Blackheath and 17 acres of bushland. Cats and dogs are welcome – and even chickens too! With a combined 70 years of experience in the Australian pet industry, managers Susan and John will ensure that your fur-baby is healthy and happy throughout their entire stay, with 24 hour supervision on offer.
Your pets will be spoilt for choice when it comes to daily activities. Cats will take their rightful place as kings and queens of the world, with individual sleeping quarters, chandeliers, pure sheepskin bedding and electric blankets, while dogs will indulge in an exciting “sniffy” walk, heated indoor pens and all-day playtime. All animals enjoy premium food like cooked beef, chicken and fish fillets, biscuits, raw bones and even tasty stew!
K9 Paradise NB
K9 Paradise – it’s all in the name. Run by a dog-loving family, this is a homely haven for your fur babies. Their 6 year old Border Collie Indie is only too happy to share her space. K9 Paradise treat your dog like their own and ensure they’re healthy and happy throughout their stay. You’re encouraged to coordinate a Skype meeting or request photos, if you need that extra peace-of-mind.
With a medium, fully fenced backyard, an unleashed dog park in walking distance and many other dog parks only a short drive away, there’s always plenty to do. And you can rest easy knowing they’re feasting to their heart’s content on a range of healthy home cooked meals and treats. Made of super premium, 100% human-grade ingredients, with easily digestible protein sources, you can check out the food on offer here.
Don’t Fret Pet
Don’t Fret Pet has been caring for fur babies since 1993, pioneering a dog-boarding service where your pet stays in the home of one of their carefully screened ‘minders’. While it’s a slightly different take on the boarding house concept, it has a wonderful advantage of feeling extra homey and welcoming for pets. Rather than a huge facility, your pet is cared for by a family, within their home. This can often lessen the shock pets feel in unfamiliar environments, especially if they’re on the anxious side.
Rest assured, every single minder is rigorously screened and reviewed, so you KNOW your pet is 100% in safe hands. Importantly, Don’t Fret Pet match your fur baby with a minder in your local area who can effectively support their specific needs.