Dog Sitting
Please note that we are only able to accept sociable dogs who are suitable for a group environment.
Going on holiday ? Let your dog enjoy one too at Macleay Valley Dog Services — a home-away-from-home for your furry friend ! Our place is thoughtfully designed to prioritise your dog’s comfort, safety, and overall well-being — giving you complete peace of mind whether you're away for a weekend or an extended stay.
With dogs at the centre of our lives and work every day, we make sure your best friend’s physical, mental, and emotional needs are met — all while ensuring they’re having the time of their life. Our structured care includes plenty of fun and enrichment through planned activities, swimming, walks, playtime, and of course, adequate rest time.
SLEEPING & DAILY ACTIVITIES
Each night, visiting dogs sleep with one of us sleeping nearby. This ensures they are secure, and safe overnight, but most of all, calm and happy with a human around! During the day (approx 7 am to 9 pm), dogs enjoy plenty of time outdoors — either in secure exercise yards or joining in on a variety of fun, engaging activities at their own pace. We also ensure we spend quiet time during the day, helping dogs settle and unwind with calm companionship. All involvement is on the dog’s own terms, and their own choice. We welcome participation, but never force it. We just let the dogs enjoy themselves in their own way. :)
REQUIREMENTS TO BOARD
Dogs need to be sociable (must have appropriate social manners and not be reactive)
Dogs 12 months of age and older need to be desexed
Up to date with vaccinations (at least C5)
Up to date with worming
Up to date with flea and tick treatments
DROP-OFF & WHAT TO PACK
We recommend dropping off your dog(s) in the morning, so they can spend their first day settling in, running, sniffing, and playing, before heading off to bed tired and relaxed.
Upon drop-off, please allow time to sign dog sitting paperwork and pass on any other instructions you may have.
You have the option to pack your dog’s usual food, or have us provide food to your dog through their stay. If you are proving food, please pack it for your dog(s), preferably in pre-portioned meals, and clearly labelled. We recommend packing at least 1.5x what they would normally eat. Additional fees will occur if we need to purchase any food for your dog.
Please pack any medications for your dog(s), along with clear instructions on when to administer them. We will administer these free of additional charges.
You can pack a familiar blanket or bed for your dog(s) if you would like, however it is not a necessity. We have a wealth of comfy beds and blankets which we can provide to your dog. Bedding is changed and thoroughly cleaned between doggy guests, and are regularly swapped out during each dog’s stay.
We recommend leaving toys at home, and letting your dog(s) enjoy our toys during their stay. We can’t guarantee any toys you pack will return with your dog, as the others often like to get in on the fun !
Please contact us with any other questions !
Pricing and Availability
We are a small-scale dog sitting business with limited places available to help us maintain a calm, safe, and well-managed environment for all dogs in our care. Our current setup is only suited to dogs who are comfortable in a group environment and have appropriate social skills. Dogs staying with us need to be able to happily and safely coexist with dogs of varying ages, sizes, and personalities.
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all dogs in our care, we reserve the right to refuse service to any dog we deem unsuitable for our dog sitting environment.
Pricing is as follows:
Sociable dog, own food: $60 per night
Food provided by us: $5 per 8 kg dog weight, per night
Collection after 10:30am on final day: Additional full night charge
Public Holiday surcharge: Additional 20% each public holiday day
Purchase of extra food: Additional $15 on top of purchase price of food
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Enrichment dinner (dinner is given to your dog in a variety of ways which require your dog to search, explore, and problem solve in order to seek out the food): $15 (max. once per day)
Beef brisket bone: $3 (max. one per day)
Please Contact Us To Book
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