Our dog boarding guests stay in spacious, open rooms designed to feel like a home away from home. Each room offers comfort and privacy to help reduce stress and make settling in easy.
Every dog has their own trampoline bed, fresh water refreshed throughout the day, and a daily meal tailored to their routine. For pups staying a little longer, we’ll even send you a pet postcard with some holiday snaps (for stays of 7 days or more).
Outside, our wide grassy yards are perfect for stretching legs, running freely, and staying fit. We’ve carefully designed these spaces to give dogs plenty of room to move, play, and stay safe.
All of this is set in the peaceful foothills of Dural—one of the Hills District’s most beautiful spots, just 45 minutes from Sydney CBD.
Benefits of Dog Boarding at Sydney Petlands
Travel Worry-Free
Heading off for a break or business trip? We’ve got your pup covered. While you're away, you can relax knowing they’re safe, well-fed, and getting plenty of love from a team that treats them like family.
Care Around the Clock
Our team is here 24/7, keeping a close eye on every guest. From mealtime to medications, cuddles to playtime, we make sure your dog’s needs are met.
Playmates or Solo Time—Their Choice
Social dogs can enjoy supervised play with friendly, like-minded pups. Prefer their own space? That’s no problem—we tailor their day with one-on-one attention, quiet time, and exercise that suits their style.
Keeping Routines Comfortably Familiar
We aim to match your dog’s home routine wherever we can—feeding times, rest periods, exercise needs. It all helps them settle in, stay relaxed, and enjoy their stay.
Health, Happiness, and Enrichment
From plenty of outdoor time to mental stimulation, we help your dog stay active and content. We keep a close watch on their wellbeing, so you pick up a happy, healthy pup at the end of their stay.
A Peaceful Place to Stay
Our spacious, private rooms and calm surroundings help reduce stress, so your dog can settle in and truly enjoy their holiday.
Why Choose Sydney Petlands for Dog Boarding
Room to Relax
Spacious, comfortable accommodation for dogs of all sizes.
Play Every Day
Large grassy yards for daily play and exercise.
Tailored Care
Personalised attention for every breed, big or small.
Peaceful Stays
A stress-free holiday while you’re away.
Add a Little Extra
Optional extras like enriched playtimes or tasty room service.
Stay Connected
Regular photo updates for peace of mind.
Sydney Petlands Dog Boarding Frequently Asked Questions
We are open:
- • Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm *
- • Saturday: 8am – 4pm *
- • Sunday: 2pm – 5pm *
- We are closed between 12pm – 1pm on all of these days.
We are closed on all public holidays.
Please note, before or after hours pickup and drop off services are strictly prohibited for the safety and well-being of our guests and employees. These conditions are not negotiable.
In the event our services are rendered outside of our office hours, a fee will be payable in the amount of $350.00 per hour outside of opening hours (minimum 1 hour charge). The option to offer any service outside of our office hours remain at the sole discretion of the company.
Absolutely yes. It is federal and respective state law for any cat or dog visiting a licensed boarding kennel to have their appropriate vaccinations. No refunds or credits will be given should these not be up to date by time of booking.
Dogs All our canine guests require a C5 vaccine which covers Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Bordetella & Canine Cough. The original vaccination certificate is required on arrival and then every 12 months when it is updated.
Cats All our feline guests require a minimum of F3. This vaccine covers Feline Enteritis, Rhinotracheitis Virus and Calici Virus which both cause Cat Flu. The vaccination certificate is required on arrival and then every 12 months when it is updated.
Yes! We have large spacious exercise yards that we encourage our canine guests to have a good romp around in so they can stretch and get their daily exercise.
We also have extra playtimes available to be added to your pet’s booking. Ask our lovely receptionists about adding extra playtimes.
Absolutely! Dogs booked under our Social Standard Boarding will enjoy supervised group play with other pups of similar breed, size, age and temperament.
For pets booked into our Private Standard Boarding, they’ll still enjoy one on one playtime with our Pet Nannies.
If your pup is in private boarding but you’d like to add social playtime, enquire with our lovely receptionists at time of booking.
We kindly ask that you leave your pets toys and blankets at home. Our resort is fully stocked with plenty of toys, soft bedding and enrichment items to keep your furry friend comfortable and entertained during their stay.
This also helps us avoid any lost or damaged personal items. Sydney Petlands will accept no responsibility for damage or loss in the event that you insist your bedding accompanies your dog.
Not at all! We provide a premium diet of Royal Canin Kibble, served once daily according to your pets weight and nutritional needs.
If you’d prefer to bring your pets food from home, that is absolutely fine, just be aware a small storage and corkage fee may apply.
Please chat with our reception team when booking to discuss your preferences.
Unfortunately, no amount of supervision or hygiene practices can completely eliminate the presence of Canine Cough. Just like human colds and Flu’s the virus is unpredictable even in the cleanest environment.
While we insist that all our canine guests are adequately immunized before staying with us, this does not stop the presence of canine cough. The common signs of Canine Cough are:
- • persistent dry coughing
- • gagging
- • fever
- • eye and nasal discharge
- • lethargy
- • sneezing and snorting
If you’re concerned your dog may have Canine Cough, we recommend reaching out to your veterinarian immediately.
If there are any concerns about Canine Cough at our facility, we will immediately isolate the dog and perform rigorous cleaning processes around the resort on top of the already thorough daily cleaning methods we have in place.
Sydney Petlands will not be held accountable in the event that an animal contracts the virus but will make every attempt to make sure the pet is comfortable and treatment is sought. Any veterinarian fees will be billed to the corresponding owner.
Just like us on holidays, pets can lose weight from being more active or occasionally gain a little from extra indulgence!
To keep an eye on your pet’s health, we use vet quality scales to weigh all pets on arrival and departure. We regularly monitor weight to ensure your pet is maintaining a healthy body condition.
If your pet's stay includes a pet postcard, or you've purchased one as part of our additional guest services, you will receive an email notification to alert you when it is ready to view. For more instructions on pet postcards, please visit our Pet Postcard Guide
Of course! We are happy to show you around.
We allow tours from Monday – Saturday. Please enquire with our reception staff or book online
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate tours during any School Holiday period, Public Holidays or Sundays.
In the unlikely event that your pet requires veterinary treatment during their stay we will attempt to contact you or your listed emergency contact on the telephone numbers provided and seek instructions. If we are unable to reach you on the telephone, we will attempt to contact you via the email address provided and seek instructions. If we are still unable to make contact through these methods, we will make a decision based on the welfare and best interest of the pet.
Should your pet require veterinary treatment, they will be taken to the local vet for which a fee will be charged for transport and time spent at the vet. Please note after hours or public holidays incur additional charges. Should you request to have your pet taken to your treating vet, further charges will apply.
Please note that all veterinary fees are the responsibility of the owner and must be paid on presentation of the invoice.
Yes, for everyones safety, all dogs must arrive on lead and cats and small pets must be secured in individual carriers.
Leads and collars are returned to the client upon check-in, so please remember to bring them back with you at pick-up time. This helps us ensure a smooth and safe handover for all pets.
Dogs and cats over the age of 10 are considered senior guests.
Senior guests typically require more attention from our team during their stay as they generally have more pre-existing medical conditions than our younger guests.
We require a fit to board letter for all guests over the age of 10 to ensure our facilities are right for your fur-baby. This letter is required to be updated every 3 months.
If your senior pet has a number of medical conditions, gets very stressed in new situations or is not an experienced boarder, you may want to consider alternative options such as a home pet-sitting service. If you do need to board your pet outside of the home and they have a serious or unpredictable medical condition, your veterinarian may be a better choice, as they will be able to spot an impending crisis quickly and take the appropriate action.