While you're away, our whole team has them covered
4.9
482 Google Reviews
Wondering if a pet sitter will do the trick? We get it. But there's a reason why Aussie pet parents choose Kip for overnight stays: the socialisation, the supervision, the care and more.
Tanith G.
I have always had in home pet sitting for my boys so was a little hesitant putting them in boarding as my older boy has some anxiety issues but they both absolutely loved their stay at Kip Bayside and any hesitation I had disappeared at check in as the staff were wonderful and the daily video updates showed just how much fun they were having.
Not all Pet Care is Equal

Staff Training & Qualifications
Professional, trained team
Stay Updates
Free updates, every stay
Pet Safety
Purpose-built, secure spaces
Emergency Protocols
Company vet & vet network
Enrichment & Exercise
Structured, daily activities
Consistency of Care
Same standards, every site
What's Included at Kip
A whole team behind you
Not just one individual, but a full team of trained staff. If something comes up, there's always someone who knows your pet and knows what to do.
Free updates throughout their stay
You'll hear from us during your pet's stay. No chasing, no wondering because updates are included as standard.
Company Vet and Vet network
Access to our company vet and established vet relationships, in the unlikely event your pet need it.
What People Say After The First Stay
Tayla Eddy
Louis loves every single one of his stays at Kip Dandenong / South East. Every time we arrive his tail starts wagging! The staff have looked after him so well over the past few years, which I’m incredibly grateful for. Every day I receive a fantastic pic or video update of his smiley face, playing with the staff - which makes me feel so comfortable and happy each time I’m away knowing he’s having a great time and in good care. The best!! Thank you Kip Dandenong
Sara Allen
Thank you to all the amazing and very caring Kip Team @ Kip South East. We really appreciated the cuddles, time spent and attention for little Bailey! Highly recommend! 😇🙌👏😎
Virginia Cullen
Bowie always loves going for his little holidays at Kip
Keeley Richardson
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip, and want to extend our endless gratitude to Alex! Our one year old German Shepherd, Roo, went into the 21-day board and train program as a strong leash puller and she really didn’t know how to behave around other dogs - the transformation has been incredible. Alex was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She kept us in the loop with daily pup-date photos and videos, as well as detailed weekly progress emails, which made us feel so confident and reassured throughout the whole process. Being overseas at the time, it was so reassuring to know how much care and attention Roo was receiving every single day. One thing we really appreciated was how clearly and simply Alex explained everything to us. She took the time to show us practical ways to better manage Roo’s energy, and how to positively redirect her attention when she gets distracted. It made such a difference having guidance that was easy to understand and actually achievable in day-to-day life. The biggest testament to Alex’s work? Roo LOVED her time there and obviously adored Alex. When we returned for our follow-up session two weeks later, Roo was beyond excited to see her again — which says everything about the positive, supportive environment she created. We now feel so much more equipped and confident to continue Roo’s training at home and keep her moving in the right direction. A huge thank you to Alex and the entire Kip team for all your hard work, dedication, and genuine care. We’re so grateful!
Neil Smith
I've had my old ginger cat, Ruby, stay at Kip Melbourne South East 3 times now and she seems to love the experience. The staff take wonderful care of her. They send me regular updates and photos of her relaxing and playing. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Sanjeev Meston
Nala enjoyed a weeks stay at Kips Dandenong.
lydia
As a loyal customer, Arthur thoroughly enjoyed another 15-day stay at Kip Melbourne South East. Meg is an amazing trainer who provides excellent care and training for Arthur-I can truly see how happy he is when he’s with her. Thank you again to Kip Melbourne South East, and special thanks to Meg and Jules for your consistent kindness and professionalism. We’re already planning Arthur’s next stay! Cheers, Lydia
Andrea Guy
Murphy stayed for a 3 week board and train. He came home a different dog. Murphy is a 10 month old German Shepherd, who had a rough start in life. An injury led to elbow issues and he needed surgery. Crated for 6 weeks. He was behind on his training, socialization and was very reactive. He is also a prized show dog, wining every category he entered prior to the injury. So I was definitely the over protected show dog mum. Meg understood, she listened and accommodated my every request. Murphys care was extensive, one training session a day, then a physio session a day. His own food and multiple supplements. HIs care was complex. I received daily updates, when he had a tummy upset (completely normal when dogs are in a new environment), I received a message whilst i was overseas. It was we can give him probiotics (at no charge). We decide to change him onto his own dry food and see how it goes for a day. I was advised things settled. At handover we spent 2 hours TEACHING ME, how to handle Murphy. The marks, the que''s etc. Meg was patient and let me practice until i felt i was comfortable. i have own a lot of big dogs, and been to a lot of boarding kennels in my day , - BUT THIS IS A STAND OUT. German Shepherd parents are over the top at the best of times, and yes they are all our babies. I AM NOT GOING ANYWHERE ELSE EVER! THE 3 HOURS DRIVE IS WORTH MY DOGS HEALTH, CARE AND HAPPINESS. I would give Meg 10stars. ********************************** We have now settled in back at home. Everyone cannot believe how good he is now on loose lead, healing and generally paying attention. We are working hard to keep his good habits up and US HOOMANS NOW UNDERSTAND, it is us that create a GOOD DOG, by being consistent and disciplined. A good pack leader. We use the training sheets to ensure Murphy gets his walls, training and physio daily - it has really helped us stay on track. I am very grateful I found this place. Andrea Guy
Ally
Our dog, Nala, has always been a Kip girlie. She's attended Kip Blackburn and Kip Bayswater for day care every single week, and attended Kip Melbourne SE on multiple occasions. Every single time, she has come back happy and healthy. Kip does an amazing job keeping us updated through their portal. They also communicated proactively with any concerns they had about Nala's health and wellbeing. She socialised with many different dogs throughout her stay and was able to eat her special diet as requested without any dramas. Although Kip does end up being a bit more expensive, it is definitely worth it.
Bronwyn Meese
Kip is fantastic! We have a very anxious dog and they take the best care of her, she loves it there! Thanks guys!
peter wandoch
Great cat boarding, all care, daily photos/video emailed daily. reasonable feed
Maha dagher
We had a Great experience with KIP Dog Training. The trainers are friendly, professional, and really know their stuff. We saw positive changes in our dog very quickly and felt well supported throughout. Highly recommend! 🐾
Tom Barber
Was nervous about putting our little guy in a boarding place for the first time, but Kip really gave us peace of mind with their great communication and daily pics and videos. Enabled us to really enjoy our holiday in the knowledge our guy was being cared for!
Albert LI
Our whole family is planning a New Year's vacation, so we needed to board our dog. We found this place had high ratings on Google, so we signed up for a two-week boarding and training program. During this time, our dog received excellent care. The trainer, Megan, trained our dog daily according to its behavior and habits. She was loving and experienced, updating us on the dog's day and patiently answering my questions. During the final handover, she patiently and meticulously explained the dog's characteristics and training results, personally guiding us on how to proceed. I gained a lot of valuable experience. I would definitely choose this place again if needed in the future.
Cheryll and Chris McIntosh
Very impressed with Kip Dandenong. They went over and above with the best service. One of our dogs needed vet assistance and the guys at Kip kept us informed at all times. Excellent customer service and excellent care for our dogs.
Louise Oswald
My two dogs attended the board and train 21 days and I am so impressed by the results and experience. Both dogs are now loose lead walking and are more confident than ever. The best part for me is seeing my dog Ruby wagging her tail on walks instead of in between her legs, it has been such an incredible transformation. Meg and Megan were attentive and sensitive to the the dogs needs as well as offering expert advice and delivering exceptional training. I am so happy my dogs were well looked after and shown a lot of love. Thank you Kip, we will see you again! ❤️
Livia Vidotto
I’m so happy we decided to move our very fussy and unsociable boys to Kip Melbourne South East. The staff are very friendly and professional and always provide photos of our boys during their play time. Thank you for looking after our little ones - I no longer feel guilty going on holidays as I know they will be well looked after. (Patch and Buddy say thanks as well)
Ralph C
Just want to extend a massive thank you to Meg and the crew at Kip, my German Shepherd Rambo did the board and train program and has vastly improved holistically. Meg set new foundations building upon his current level of understanding. Didn’t expect to get a perfect dog from this, but the foundations that were set ensured Rambo was set up for success!
Georgina Ganson
Looks after our two dogs so so well - always so so friendly and will always choose them for our training or boarding needs! Love love love the photo updates as get the make sure our dogs are loving their time there
Terry Spicer
It is a relief to be able to take a holiday in the knowledge that your best mate will be well cared for and will come home fit and happy. Tango has just enjoyed his second stay at Kip and seems all the better for his happy holiday.
Tayla Eddy
Louis loves every single one of his stays at Kip Dandenong / South East. Every time we arrive his tail starts wagging! The staff have looked after him so well over the past few years, which I’m incredibly grateful for. Every day I receive a fantastic pic or video update of his smiley face, playing with the staff - which makes me feel so comfortable and happy each time I’m away knowing he’s having a great time and in good care. The best!! Thank you Kip Dandenong
Sara Allen
Thank you to all the amazing and very caring Kip Team @ Kip South East. We really appreciated the cuddles, time spent and attention for little Bailey! Highly recommend! 😇🙌👏😎
Virginia Cullen
Bowie always loves going for his little holidays at Kip
Keeley Richardson
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip, and want to extend our endless gratitude to Alex! Our one year old German Shepherd, Roo, went into the 21-day board and train program as a strong leash puller and she really didn’t know how to behave around other dogs - the transformation has been incredible. Alex was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She kept us in the loop with daily pup-date photos and videos, as well as detailed weekly progress emails, which made us feel so confident and reassured throughout the whole process. Being overseas at the time, it was so reassuring to know how much care and attention Roo was receiving every single day. One thing we really appreciated was how clearly and simply Alex explained everything to us. She took the time to show us practical ways to better manage Roo’s energy, and how to positively redirect her attention when she gets distracted. It made such a difference having guidance that was easy to understand and actually achievable in day-to-day life. The biggest testament to Alex’s work? Roo LOVED her time there and obviously adored Alex. When we returned for our follow-up session two weeks later, Roo was beyond excited to see her again — which says everything about the positive, supportive environment she created. We now feel so much more equipped and confident to continue Roo’s training at home and keep her moving in the right direction. A huge thank you to Alex and the entire Kip team for all your hard work, dedication, and genuine care. We’re so grateful!
Neil Smith
I've had my old ginger cat, Ruby, stay at Kip Melbourne South East 3 times now and she seems to love the experience. The staff take wonderful care of her. They send me regular updates and photos of her relaxing and playing. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Sanjeev Meston
Nala enjoyed a weeks stay at Kips Dandenong.
lydia
As a loyal customer, Arthur thoroughly enjoyed another 15-day stay at Kip Melbourne South East. Meg is an amazing trainer who provides excellent care and training for Arthur-I can truly see how happy he is when he’s with her. Thank you again to Kip Melbourne South East, and special thanks to Meg and Jules for your consistent kindness and professionalism. We’re already planning Arthur’s next stay! Cheers, Lydia
Andrea Guy
Murphy stayed for a 3 week board and train. He came home a different dog. Murphy is a 10 month old German Shepherd, who had a rough start in life. An injury led to elbow issues and he needed surgery. Crated for 6 weeks. He was behind on his training, socialization and was very reactive. He is also a prized show dog, wining every category he entered prior to the injury. So I was definitely the over protected show dog mum. Meg understood, she listened and accommodated my every request. Murphys care was extensive, one training session a day, then a physio session a day. His own food and multiple supplements. HIs care was complex. I received daily updates, when he had a tummy upset (completely normal when dogs are in a new environment), I received a message whilst i was overseas. It was we can give him probiotics (at no charge). We decide to change him onto his own dry food and see how it goes for a day. I was advised things settled. At handover we spent 2 hours TEACHING ME, how to handle Murphy. The marks, the que''s etc. Meg was patient and let me practice until i felt i was comfortable. i have own a lot of big dogs, and been to a lot of boarding kennels in my day , - BUT THIS IS A STAND OUT. German Shepherd parents are over the top at the best of times, and yes they are all our babies. I AM NOT GOING ANYWHERE ELSE EVER! THE 3 HOURS DRIVE IS WORTH MY DOGS HEALTH, CARE AND HAPPINESS. I would give Meg 10stars. ********************************** We have now settled in back at home. Everyone cannot believe how good he is now on loose lead, healing and generally paying attention. We are working hard to keep his good habits up and US HOOMANS NOW UNDERSTAND, it is us that create a GOOD DOG, by being consistent and disciplined. A good pack leader. We use the training sheets to ensure Murphy gets his walls, training and physio daily - it has really helped us stay on track. I am very grateful I found this place. Andrea Guy
Ally
Our dog, Nala, has always been a Kip girlie. She's attended Kip Blackburn and Kip Bayswater for day care every single week, and attended Kip Melbourne SE on multiple occasions. Every single time, she has come back happy and healthy. Kip does an amazing job keeping us updated through their portal. They also communicated proactively with any concerns they had about Nala's health and wellbeing. She socialised with many different dogs throughout her stay and was able to eat her special diet as requested without any dramas. Although Kip does end up being a bit more expensive, it is definitely worth it.
Bronwyn Meese
Kip is fantastic! We have a very anxious dog and they take the best care of her, she loves it there! Thanks guys!
peter wandoch
Great cat boarding, all care, daily photos/video emailed daily. reasonable feed
Maha dagher
We had a Great experience with KIP Dog Training. The trainers are friendly, professional, and really know their stuff. We saw positive changes in our dog very quickly and felt well supported throughout. Highly recommend! 🐾
Tom Barber
Was nervous about putting our little guy in a boarding place for the first time, but Kip really gave us peace of mind with their great communication and daily pics and videos. Enabled us to really enjoy our holiday in the knowledge our guy was being cared for!
Albert LI
Our whole family is planning a New Year's vacation, so we needed to board our dog. We found this place had high ratings on Google, so we signed up for a two-week boarding and training program. During this time, our dog received excellent care. The trainer, Megan, trained our dog daily according to its behavior and habits. She was loving and experienced, updating us on the dog's day and patiently answering my questions. During the final handover, she patiently and meticulously explained the dog's characteristics and training results, personally guiding us on how to proceed. I gained a lot of valuable experience. I would definitely choose this place again if needed in the future.
Cheryll and Chris McIntosh
Very impressed with Kip Dandenong. They went over and above with the best service. One of our dogs needed vet assistance and the guys at Kip kept us informed at all times. Excellent customer service and excellent care for our dogs.
Louise Oswald
My two dogs attended the board and train 21 days and I am so impressed by the results and experience. Both dogs are now loose lead walking and are more confident than ever. The best part for me is seeing my dog Ruby wagging her tail on walks instead of in between her legs, it has been such an incredible transformation. Meg and Megan were attentive and sensitive to the the dogs needs as well as offering expert advice and delivering exceptional training. I am so happy my dogs were well looked after and shown a lot of love. Thank you Kip, we will see you again! ❤️
Livia Vidotto
I’m so happy we decided to move our very fussy and unsociable boys to Kip Melbourne South East. The staff are very friendly and professional and always provide photos of our boys during their play time. Thank you for looking after our little ones - I no longer feel guilty going on holidays as I know they will be well looked after. (Patch and Buddy say thanks as well)
Ralph C
Just want to extend a massive thank you to Meg and the crew at Kip, my German Shepherd Rambo did the board and train program and has vastly improved holistically. Meg set new foundations building upon his current level of understanding. Didn’t expect to get a perfect dog from this, but the foundations that were set ensured Rambo was set up for success!
Georgina Ganson
Looks after our two dogs so so well - always so so friendly and will always choose them for our training or boarding needs! Love love love the photo updates as get the make sure our dogs are loving their time there
Terry Spicer
It is a relief to be able to take a holiday in the knowledge that your best mate will be well cared for and will come home fit and happy. Tango has just enjoyed his second stay at Kip and seems all the better for his happy holiday.
Tayla Eddy
Louis loves every single one of his stays at Kip Dandenong / South East. Every time we arrive his tail starts wagging! The staff have looked after him so well over the past few years, which I’m incredibly grateful for. Every day I receive a fantastic pic or video update of his smiley face, playing with the staff - which makes me feel so comfortable and happy each time I’m away knowing he’s having a great time and in good care. The best!! Thank you Kip Dandenong
Sara Allen
Thank you to all the amazing and very caring Kip Team @ Kip South East. We really appreciated the cuddles, time spent and attention for little Bailey! Highly recommend! 😇🙌👏😎
Virginia Cullen
Bowie always loves going for his little holidays at Kip
Keeley Richardson
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip, and want to extend our endless gratitude to Alex! Our one year old German Shepherd, Roo, went into the 21-day board and train program as a strong leash puller and she really didn’t know how to behave around other dogs - the transformation has been incredible. Alex was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She kept us in the loop with daily pup-date photos and videos, as well as detailed weekly progress emails, which made us feel so confident and reassured throughout the whole process. Being overseas at the time, it was so reassuring to know how much care and attention Roo was receiving every single day. One thing we really appreciated was how clearly and simply Alex explained everything to us. She took the time to show us practical ways to better manage Roo’s energy, and how to positively redirect her attention when she gets distracted. It made such a difference having guidance that was easy to understand and actually achievable in day-to-day life. The biggest testament to Alex’s work? Roo LOVED her time there and obviously adored Alex. When we returned for our follow-up session two weeks later, Roo was beyond excited to see her again — which says everything about the positive, supportive environment she created. We now feel so much more equipped and confident to continue Roo’s training at home and keep her moving in the right direction. A huge thank you to Alex and the entire Kip team for all your hard work, dedication, and genuine care. We’re so grateful!
Neil Smith
I've had my old ginger cat, Ruby, stay at Kip Melbourne South East 3 times now and she seems to love the experience. The staff take wonderful care of her. They send me regular updates and photos of her relaxing and playing. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Sanjeev Meston
Nala enjoyed a weeks stay at Kips Dandenong.
lydia
As a loyal customer, Arthur thoroughly enjoyed another 15-day stay at Kip Melbourne South East. Meg is an amazing trainer who provides excellent care and training for Arthur-I can truly see how happy he is when he’s with her. Thank you again to Kip Melbourne South East, and special thanks to Meg and Jules for your consistent kindness and professionalism. We’re already planning Arthur’s next stay! Cheers, Lydia
Andrea Guy
Murphy stayed for a 3 week board and train. He came home a different dog. Murphy is a 10 month old German Shepherd, who had a rough start in life. An injury led to elbow issues and he needed surgery. Crated for 6 weeks. He was behind on his training, socialization and was very reactive. He is also a prized show dog, wining every category he entered prior to the injury. So I was definitely the over protected show dog mum. Meg understood, she listened and accommodated my every request. Murphys care was extensive, one training session a day, then a physio session a day. His own food and multiple supplements. HIs care was complex. I received daily updates, when he had a tummy upset (completely normal when dogs are in a new environment), I received a message whilst i was overseas. It was we can give him probiotics (at no charge). We decide to change him onto his own dry food and see how it goes for a day. I was advised things settled. At handover we spent 2 hours TEACHING ME, how to handle Murphy. The marks, the que''s etc. Meg was patient and let me practice until i felt i was comfortable. i have own a lot of big dogs, and been to a lot of boarding kennels in my day , - BUT THIS IS A STAND OUT. German Shepherd parents are over the top at the best of times, and yes they are all our babies. I AM NOT GOING ANYWHERE ELSE EVER! THE 3 HOURS DRIVE IS WORTH MY DOGS HEALTH, CARE AND HAPPINESS. I would give Meg 10stars. ********************************** We have now settled in back at home. Everyone cannot believe how good he is now on loose lead, healing and generally paying attention. We are working hard to keep his good habits up and US HOOMANS NOW UNDERSTAND, it is us that create a GOOD DOG, by being consistent and disciplined. A good pack leader. We use the training sheets to ensure Murphy gets his walls, training and physio daily - it has really helped us stay on track. I am very grateful I found this place. Andrea Guy
Ally
Our dog, Nala, has always been a Kip girlie. She's attended Kip Blackburn and Kip Bayswater for day care every single week, and attended Kip Melbourne SE on multiple occasions. Every single time, she has come back happy and healthy. Kip does an amazing job keeping us updated through their portal. They also communicated proactively with any concerns they had about Nala's health and wellbeing. She socialised with many different dogs throughout her stay and was able to eat her special diet as requested without any dramas. Although Kip does end up being a bit more expensive, it is definitely worth it.
Bronwyn Meese
Kip is fantastic! We have a very anxious dog and they take the best care of her, she loves it there! Thanks guys!
peter wandoch
Great cat boarding, all care, daily photos/video emailed daily. reasonable feed
Maha dagher
We had a Great experience with KIP Dog Training. The trainers are friendly, professional, and really know their stuff. We saw positive changes in our dog very quickly and felt well supported throughout. Highly recommend! 🐾
Tom Barber
Was nervous about putting our little guy in a boarding place for the first time, but Kip really gave us peace of mind with their great communication and daily pics and videos. Enabled us to really enjoy our holiday in the knowledge our guy was being cared for!
Albert LI
Our whole family is planning a New Year's vacation, so we needed to board our dog. We found this place had high ratings on Google, so we signed up for a two-week boarding and training program. During this time, our dog received excellent care. The trainer, Megan, trained our dog daily according to its behavior and habits. She was loving and experienced, updating us on the dog's day and patiently answering my questions. During the final handover, she patiently and meticulously explained the dog's characteristics and training results, personally guiding us on how to proceed. I gained a lot of valuable experience. I would definitely choose this place again if needed in the future.
Cheryll and Chris McIntosh
Very impressed with Kip Dandenong. They went over and above with the best service. One of our dogs needed vet assistance and the guys at Kip kept us informed at all times. Excellent customer service and excellent care for our dogs.
Louise Oswald
My two dogs attended the board and train 21 days and I am so impressed by the results and experience. Both dogs are now loose lead walking and are more confident than ever. The best part for me is seeing my dog Ruby wagging her tail on walks instead of in between her legs, it has been such an incredible transformation. Meg and Megan were attentive and sensitive to the the dogs needs as well as offering expert advice and delivering exceptional training. I am so happy my dogs were well looked after and shown a lot of love. Thank you Kip, we will see you again! ❤️
Livia Vidotto
I’m so happy we decided to move our very fussy and unsociable boys to Kip Melbourne South East. The staff are very friendly and professional and always provide photos of our boys during their play time. Thank you for looking after our little ones - I no longer feel guilty going on holidays as I know they will be well looked after. (Patch and Buddy say thanks as well)
Ralph C
Just want to extend a massive thank you to Meg and the crew at Kip, my German Shepherd Rambo did the board and train program and has vastly improved holistically. Meg set new foundations building upon his current level of understanding. Didn’t expect to get a perfect dog from this, but the foundations that were set ensured Rambo was set up for success!
Georgina Ganson
Looks after our two dogs so so well - always so so friendly and will always choose them for our training or boarding needs! Love love love the photo updates as get the make sure our dogs are loving their time there
Terry Spicer
It is a relief to be able to take a holiday in the knowledge that your best mate will be well cared for and will come home fit and happy. Tango has just enjoyed his second stay at Kip and seems all the better for his happy holiday.
Tayla Eddy
Louis loves every single one of his stays at Kip Dandenong / South East. Every time we arrive his tail starts wagging! The staff have looked after him so well over the past few years, which I’m incredibly grateful for. Every day I receive a fantastic pic or video update of his smiley face, playing with the staff - which makes me feel so comfortable and happy each time I’m away knowing he’s having a great time and in good care. The best!! Thank you Kip Dandenong
Sara Allen
Thank you to all the amazing and very caring Kip Team @ Kip South East. We really appreciated the cuddles, time spent and attention for little Bailey! Highly recommend! 😇🙌👏😎
Virginia Cullen
Bowie always loves going for his little holidays at Kip
Keeley Richardson
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip, and want to extend our endless gratitude to Alex! Our one year old German Shepherd, Roo, went into the 21-day board and train program as a strong leash puller and she really didn’t know how to behave around other dogs - the transformation has been incredible. Alex was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. She kept us in the loop with daily pup-date photos and videos, as well as detailed weekly progress emails, which made us feel so confident and reassured throughout the whole process. Being overseas at the time, it was so reassuring to know how much care and attention Roo was receiving every single day. One thing we really appreciated was how clearly and simply Alex explained everything to us. She took the time to show us practical ways to better manage Roo’s energy, and how to positively redirect her attention when she gets distracted. It made such a difference having guidance that was easy to understand and actually achievable in day-to-day life. The biggest testament to Alex’s work? Roo LOVED her time there and obviously adored Alex. When we returned for our follow-up session two weeks later, Roo was beyond excited to see her again — which says everything about the positive, supportive environment she created. We now feel so much more equipped and confident to continue Roo’s training at home and keep her moving in the right direction. A huge thank you to Alex and the entire Kip team for all your hard work, dedication, and genuine care. We’re so grateful!
Neil Smith
I've had my old ginger cat, Ruby, stay at Kip Melbourne South East 3 times now and she seems to love the experience. The staff take wonderful care of her. They send me regular updates and photos of her relaxing and playing. I can't recommend them highly enough.
Sanjeev Meston
Nala enjoyed a weeks stay at Kips Dandenong.
lydia
As a loyal customer, Arthur thoroughly enjoyed another 15-day stay at Kip Melbourne South East. Meg is an amazing trainer who provides excellent care and training for Arthur-I can truly see how happy he is when he’s with her. Thank you again to Kip Melbourne South East, and special thanks to Meg and Jules for your consistent kindness and professionalism. We’re already planning Arthur’s next stay! Cheers, Lydia
Andrea Guy
Murphy stayed for a 3 week board and train. He came home a different dog. Murphy is a 10 month old German Shepherd, who had a rough start in life. An injury led to elbow issues and he needed surgery. Crated for 6 weeks. He was behind on his training, socialization and was very reactive. He is also a prized show dog, wining every category he entered prior to the injury. So I was definitely the over protected show dog mum. Meg understood, she listened and accommodated my every request. Murphys care was extensive, one training session a day, then a physio session a day. His own food and multiple supplements. HIs care was complex. I received daily updates, when he had a tummy upset (completely normal when dogs are in a new environment), I received a message whilst i was overseas. It was we can give him probiotics (at no charge). We decide to change him onto his own dry food and see how it goes for a day. I was advised things settled. At handover we spent 2 hours TEACHING ME, how to handle Murphy. The marks, the que''s etc. Meg was patient and let me practice until i felt i was comfortable. i have own a lot of big dogs, and been to a lot of boarding kennels in my day , - BUT THIS IS A STAND OUT. German Shepherd parents are over the top at the best of times, and yes they are all our babies. I AM NOT GOING ANYWHERE ELSE EVER! THE 3 HOURS DRIVE IS WORTH MY DOGS HEALTH, CARE AND HAPPINESS. I would give Meg 10stars. ********************************** We have now settled in back at home. Everyone cannot believe how good he is now on loose lead, healing and generally paying attention. We are working hard to keep his good habits up and US HOOMANS NOW UNDERSTAND, it is us that create a GOOD DOG, by being consistent and disciplined. A good pack leader. We use the training sheets to ensure Murphy gets his walls, training and physio daily - it has really helped us stay on track. I am very grateful I found this place. Andrea Guy
Ally
Our dog, Nala, has always been a Kip girlie. She's attended Kip Blackburn and Kip Bayswater for day care every single week, and attended Kip Melbourne SE on multiple occasions. Every single time, she has come back happy and healthy. Kip does an amazing job keeping us updated through their portal. They also communicated proactively with any concerns they had about Nala's health and wellbeing. She socialised with many different dogs throughout her stay and was able to eat her special diet as requested without any dramas. Although Kip does end up being a bit more expensive, it is definitely worth it.
Bronwyn Meese
Kip is fantastic! We have a very anxious dog and they take the best care of her, she loves it there! Thanks guys!
peter wandoch
Great cat boarding, all care, daily photos/video emailed daily. reasonable feed
Maha dagher
We had a Great experience with KIP Dog Training. The trainers are friendly, professional, and really know their stuff. We saw positive changes in our dog very quickly and felt well supported throughout. Highly recommend! 🐾
Tom Barber
Was nervous about putting our little guy in a boarding place for the first time, but Kip really gave us peace of mind with their great communication and daily pics and videos. Enabled us to really enjoy our holiday in the knowledge our guy was being cared for!
Albert LI
Our whole family is planning a New Year's vacation, so we needed to board our dog. We found this place had high ratings on Google, so we signed up for a two-week boarding and training program. During this time, our dog received excellent care. The trainer, Megan, trained our dog daily according to its behavior and habits. She was loving and experienced, updating us on the dog's day and patiently answering my questions. During the final handover, she patiently and meticulously explained the dog's characteristics and training results, personally guiding us on how to proceed. I gained a lot of valuable experience. I would definitely choose this place again if needed in the future.
Cheryll and Chris McIntosh
Very impressed with Kip Dandenong. They went over and above with the best service. One of our dogs needed vet assistance and the guys at Kip kept us informed at all times. Excellent customer service and excellent care for our dogs.
Louise Oswald
My two dogs attended the board and train 21 days and I am so impressed by the results and experience. Both dogs are now loose lead walking and are more confident than ever. The best part for me is seeing my dog Ruby wagging her tail on walks instead of in between her legs, it has been such an incredible transformation. Meg and Megan were attentive and sensitive to the the dogs needs as well as offering expert advice and delivering exceptional training. I am so happy my dogs were well looked after and shown a lot of love. Thank you Kip, we will see you again! ❤️
Livia Vidotto
I’m so happy we decided to move our very fussy and unsociable boys to Kip Melbourne South East. The staff are very friendly and professional and always provide photos of our boys during their play time. Thank you for looking after our little ones - I no longer feel guilty going on holidays as I know they will be well looked after. (Patch and Buddy say thanks as well)
Ralph C
Just want to extend a massive thank you to Meg and the crew at Kip, my German Shepherd Rambo did the board and train program and has vastly improved holistically. Meg set new foundations building upon his current level of understanding. Didn’t expect to get a perfect dog from this, but the foundations that were set ensured Rambo was set up for success!
Georgina Ganson
Looks after our two dogs so so well - always so so friendly and will always choose them for our training or boarding needs! Love love love the photo updates as get the make sure our dogs are loving their time there
Terry Spicer
It is a relief to be able to take a holiday in the knowledge that your best mate will be well cared for and will come home fit and happy. Tango has just enjoyed his second stay at Kip and seems all the better for his happy holiday.
Mark Rodrigues
We don’t trust our loved ones with anyone other than Kip. They are organised and live animals. I can’t ask for more than that. The photo updates and wonderful report card we get at the end of the stay are the cherries on top.
xiao yun shi
Napoleon had been with this boarding kennel for many years while we went away !He really enjoyed stay with them and we had happy dog coming back home ! I recommend this boarding kennel strongly to everyone who needs animal boarding service!👍
David L
Our dog was with Kip for 3 weeks doing the Board and Training course, with particular emphasis on his recall. He was well looked after, with regular updates and photos. We would strongly recommend Kip (and Megan). Our dog has shown substantial improvement, and we look forward to continuing the training.
Dawn
We needed help. We had no recall and little control over Henry, our two year old Great Dane. Although playful, his size made him potentially dangerous. And after a minor altercation with another dog, we signed up with Kip. Henry completed a three week intensive training course. The staff were amazing! Big shout out to Meg. She kept us up to date with photos, videos and emails on his training and well being. We completed an online course at the same time, to help us get a better understanding of Henry’s body language and behaviour, and how to successfully manage it. At the hand over sessions, we worked through all the new commands with Meg. We dropped off a mischievous giant doofus, who trampled everything in his excitement. And we brought home a mischievous giant doofus, that listens to us and comes when he’s called. Training is an on going process and fun. Highly recommend Kip South Eastern. They know dogs and every element of their behaviour . We still receive emails checking in on him, and offering help when needed. Thank you Kip.
Bosworth Family
Our dog loves staying at Kip, she enjoys playing with the other dogs and having lots of new toys and activities to entertain her. She recognises the road we drive down to get to the kennel and her tail wags like crazy when she sees the familiar street. The Kip crew always take good care of her with regular checks and they give her a bath so she comes home clean (and exhausted)
Esther Wangari
My pup recently completed the board and train program at Kip South East, and I’m so happy with the results! He’s gained so much confidence and made great progress with his loose leash walking. The daily free updates gave me peace of mind knowing he was comfortable and settling in well. A big thank you to Meg for making the onboarding process smooth (even with my hit-and-miss phone skills!) and an extra special thanks to Alex, our trainer!! My pup absolutely adored her. Super grateful to the whole Kip SE team for their care, support, and love throughout his stay!
Lucy Mcnicol
Despite doing intensive puppy training, our gorgeous boy Wolfie was just a big ball of energy who jumped all over people to say hello and his excitement would overcome his ability to follow the commands we had spent so long working on. We attended the 3 week stay and board program at Kip and could not be happier. All the staff, particularly our trainer Megan, were genuinely thrilled to be looking after Wolfie and you could tell this was much more than a job for them. We got regular video updated of his progress which was great. We had a 3 hour handover session which provided us with the insights and skills to keep up his training and helped us understand his psychology. Now Wolfie is loose lead walking, very settled and happy around the home and we are only a few days in. So much more progress to be made which we know is achievable. The ongoing support too is key for us as there are always things you need to troubleshoot. Thanks so much to the team, we are already looking to book in our next sessions for when we go away again.
Rebecca McIntyre
Maddie (spoodle) and Mia (ragdoll x) stayed for 3 weeks and both came home happy and healthy. It was fabulous to receive daily updates on how they were doing and the final 'report card' of their stay was a wonderful touch. They have been coming to Kip for sometime and it is fantastic to know we can leave them in such professional and attentive care while we are on holiday. Thank you to all the staff at Kio.
Song Yuping
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip! Our dog Popcorn stayed for 2 weeks for boarding and training, and his primary trainer, Alex, was absolutely amazing, so patient, kind, and genuinely caring towards Popcorn. We received regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind seeing how well he was doing. The handover session was incredibly detailed and hands-on. Alex took the time to walk us through everything Popcorn had learned and how to continue his progress at home. Popcorn used to be very reactive to everything, but we can already see a huge improvement in his behavior. Thank you so much to Alex and the Kip team for the care, effort, and love you’ve shown Popcorn. We’ll definitely be back for holiday boarding in the future! 🐾❤️
Naomi McKinnon
Our four year old American staffy Teddy was easily excitable, anxious and reactive to other dogs and cars, and was extremely challenging to walk. Teddy attended Kip’s three week board and train program and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Our trainer Alex was extremely helpful and understanding, and provided daily photos and videos of Teddy’s progress. Since returning home Teddy has been loose leash walking, engaged in training sessions, and is much more calmer in situations where he would usually be extremely reactive. I am extremely pleased with the service we received and Teddy’s progress over the three weeks. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone needing support with their dogs challenging behaviours! These are some of the photos taken while he was there and you can see just how happy he was to be with Alex!
Vicki Collie
Charlie attended KIP boarding and training to work on some difficulties we were having with loose lead walking and prey drive, pulling and some reactivity. He progressed amazingly with the training he received and the online training and the face to face sessions I had with him and Megan were so beneficial. Extremely positive, force free training that he obviously loved because when we returned for follow up he was so excited to see all the staff and especially Megan. The updates and support during the whole process was outstanding and we both learnt so much and continue to put this training into practice. Thank you from a very happy Charlie ( Greyhound) and Vicki
Carol Davies
We recently boarded our dog Jimmy with Kip and couldn’t be happier with the care he received. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming and clearly love animals. They kept me updated during his stay will fun photos and videos which gave me peace of mind knowing he was happy and well looked after. The facilities are clean, safe, and spacious, and Jimmy came home relaxed and content. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring place to leave their pet.
Laurissa Rossin
I have used KIP South East multiple times for dog boarding and training. Our dog always returns happy! The training team give daily updates and provides a thorough handover lesson when I return. A special shout-out to Megan, who has been a total game-changer in Sarge's training!
Selby Tuck
Cannot recommend Kip enough, it’s the best decision we’ve made as dog owners. It is such a clean, friendly and calming environment! After much deliberation we decided to jump in to the 3 week board and train program with our adult German Shepherd who was especially reactive towards other dogs. Before this point we were so concerned to leave the house with him after a traumatic experience. From the initial phone call we were immediately put at ease and Alex our trainer kept us updated every step of the way and poured an amazing amount of love and attention into our boy. The training modules we received as handlers were comprehensive and easy to work through. We could not be more pleased with the results not only with our dogs general disposition but with our own self confidence handling him. We look forward to working with the team in the future for any of our training & boarding needs!
Fiona De-Mendonca
Our beautiful 8 month old puppy spent 11 days at kip, the staff are all incredibly friendly and professional. The daily updates of either video or photo and report card at the end of her stay, really went above and beyond. It was very reassuring to see her being so well cared for and having fun. I would highly recommend this high quality boarding. Satine will be back again, we might do doggy day care next.
Lauryn
Our boy Harry stayed with Kip for 2 weeks in the training/boarding program. I cried dropping him off but once I met the staff I knew he was going to be in great hands. Staff were very caring for Harry (and for me in tears) and my mind was put at ease once I saw the place and the plan over the next few weeks. Staff were extremely helpful, caring and organized. We got pictures and videos everyday which put my mind at ease with what he was learning and getting to see his face everyday. We had an online course to complete whilst we were home and the handover was great when we went to go pick him up. They are still checking in with us and Harry which is great. Harry has definitely learnt a lot and we have the tools to keep it up. He even got a special birthday celebration! Special thanks to Alex for making our boy feel like he is home and helping our smart little boy!
nicola ward
Our Vizsla absolutely loves going to Kip Dandenong and we wouldn’t send him to any other boarder. He comes home super happy each time, along with a report card so we can see how he went during his stay! We receive daily updates and can add extra treats and playtime daily. Staff are amazing and go beyond with how energetic and cheeky he can be. Would highly recommend!
Liam Redmond
Kip and the team have done an amazing job taking care and training my pup. That’s extremely and attentive and amazing at what they do. I can’t recommend them enough.
Annie Nguyen
Our Australian Shepherd had big reactivity towards greyhounds despite being attacked by another breed. We were always anxious when out walking so we thought it was a good opportunity whilst we had a family holiday she would go to Kip and have some work done. It was the best decision we have ever done. Handover was great, Alex was amazing and kept us updated daily and went through all her training in detail and now we are confident in taking our dog Maisey for a walk and our goal is to be able to go to a market where there are lots of dogs, and she will be able to walk through it calmly and focus on us! Thanks Alex for taking care of our first fur-born! We will continue this training indefinitely.
Tash Sullivan
Friendly staff my pup has the best times visiting Kip
Mark Rodrigues
We don’t trust our loved ones with anyone other than Kip. They are organised and live animals. I can’t ask for more than that. The photo updates and wonderful report card we get at the end of the stay are the cherries on top.
xiao yun shi
Napoleon had been with this boarding kennel for many years while we went away !He really enjoyed stay with them and we had happy dog coming back home ! I recommend this boarding kennel strongly to everyone who needs animal boarding service!👍
David L
Our dog was with Kip for 3 weeks doing the Board and Training course, with particular emphasis on his recall. He was well looked after, with regular updates and photos. We would strongly recommend Kip (and Megan). Our dog has shown substantial improvement, and we look forward to continuing the training.
Dawn
We needed help. We had no recall and little control over Henry, our two year old Great Dane. Although playful, his size made him potentially dangerous. And after a minor altercation with another dog, we signed up with Kip. Henry completed a three week intensive training course. The staff were amazing! Big shout out to Meg. She kept us up to date with photos, videos and emails on his training and well being. We completed an online course at the same time, to help us get a better understanding of Henry’s body language and behaviour, and how to successfully manage it. At the hand over sessions, we worked through all the new commands with Meg. We dropped off a mischievous giant doofus, who trampled everything in his excitement. And we brought home a mischievous giant doofus, that listens to us and comes when he’s called. Training is an on going process and fun. Highly recommend Kip South Eastern. They know dogs and every element of their behaviour . We still receive emails checking in on him, and offering help when needed. Thank you Kip.
Bosworth Family
Our dog loves staying at Kip, she enjoys playing with the other dogs and having lots of new toys and activities to entertain her. She recognises the road we drive down to get to the kennel and her tail wags like crazy when she sees the familiar street. The Kip crew always take good care of her with regular checks and they give her a bath so she comes home clean (and exhausted)
Esther Wangari
My pup recently completed the board and train program at Kip South East, and I’m so happy with the results! He’s gained so much confidence and made great progress with his loose leash walking. The daily free updates gave me peace of mind knowing he was comfortable and settling in well. A big thank you to Meg for making the onboarding process smooth (even with my hit-and-miss phone skills!) and an extra special thanks to Alex, our trainer!! My pup absolutely adored her. Super grateful to the whole Kip SE team for their care, support, and love throughout his stay!
Lucy Mcnicol
Despite doing intensive puppy training, our gorgeous boy Wolfie was just a big ball of energy who jumped all over people to say hello and his excitement would overcome his ability to follow the commands we had spent so long working on. We attended the 3 week stay and board program at Kip and could not be happier. All the staff, particularly our trainer Megan, were genuinely thrilled to be looking after Wolfie and you could tell this was much more than a job for them. We got regular video updated of his progress which was great. We had a 3 hour handover session which provided us with the insights and skills to keep up his training and helped us understand his psychology. Now Wolfie is loose lead walking, very settled and happy around the home and we are only a few days in. So much more progress to be made which we know is achievable. The ongoing support too is key for us as there are always things you need to troubleshoot. Thanks so much to the team, we are already looking to book in our next sessions for when we go away again.
Rebecca McIntyre
Maddie (spoodle) and Mia (ragdoll x) stayed for 3 weeks and both came home happy and healthy. It was fabulous to receive daily updates on how they were doing and the final 'report card' of their stay was a wonderful touch. They have been coming to Kip for sometime and it is fantastic to know we can leave them in such professional and attentive care while we are on holiday. Thank you to all the staff at Kio.
Song Yuping
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip! Our dog Popcorn stayed for 2 weeks for boarding and training, and his primary trainer, Alex, was absolutely amazing, so patient, kind, and genuinely caring towards Popcorn. We received regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind seeing how well he was doing. The handover session was incredibly detailed and hands-on. Alex took the time to walk us through everything Popcorn had learned and how to continue his progress at home. Popcorn used to be very reactive to everything, but we can already see a huge improvement in his behavior. Thank you so much to Alex and the Kip team for the care, effort, and love you’ve shown Popcorn. We’ll definitely be back for holiday boarding in the future! 🐾❤️
Naomi McKinnon
Our four year old American staffy Teddy was easily excitable, anxious and reactive to other dogs and cars, and was extremely challenging to walk. Teddy attended Kip’s three week board and train program and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Our trainer Alex was extremely helpful and understanding, and provided daily photos and videos of Teddy’s progress. Since returning home Teddy has been loose leash walking, engaged in training sessions, and is much more calmer in situations where he would usually be extremely reactive. I am extremely pleased with the service we received and Teddy’s progress over the three weeks. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone needing support with their dogs challenging behaviours! These are some of the photos taken while he was there and you can see just how happy he was to be with Alex!
Vicki Collie
Charlie attended KIP boarding and training to work on some difficulties we were having with loose lead walking and prey drive, pulling and some reactivity. He progressed amazingly with the training he received and the online training and the face to face sessions I had with him and Megan were so beneficial. Extremely positive, force free training that he obviously loved because when we returned for follow up he was so excited to see all the staff and especially Megan. The updates and support during the whole process was outstanding and we both learnt so much and continue to put this training into practice. Thank you from a very happy Charlie ( Greyhound) and Vicki
Carol Davies
We recently boarded our dog Jimmy with Kip and couldn’t be happier with the care he received. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming and clearly love animals. They kept me updated during his stay will fun photos and videos which gave me peace of mind knowing he was happy and well looked after. The facilities are clean, safe, and spacious, and Jimmy came home relaxed and content. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring place to leave their pet.
Laurissa Rossin
I have used KIP South East multiple times for dog boarding and training. Our dog always returns happy! The training team give daily updates and provides a thorough handover lesson when I return. A special shout-out to Megan, who has been a total game-changer in Sarge's training!
Selby Tuck
Cannot recommend Kip enough, it’s the best decision we’ve made as dog owners. It is such a clean, friendly and calming environment! After much deliberation we decided to jump in to the 3 week board and train program with our adult German Shepherd who was especially reactive towards other dogs. Before this point we were so concerned to leave the house with him after a traumatic experience. From the initial phone call we were immediately put at ease and Alex our trainer kept us updated every step of the way and poured an amazing amount of love and attention into our boy. The training modules we received as handlers were comprehensive and easy to work through. We could not be more pleased with the results not only with our dogs general disposition but with our own self confidence handling him. We look forward to working with the team in the future for any of our training & boarding needs!
Fiona De-Mendonca
Our beautiful 8 month old puppy spent 11 days at kip, the staff are all incredibly friendly and professional. The daily updates of either video or photo and report card at the end of her stay, really went above and beyond. It was very reassuring to see her being so well cared for and having fun. I would highly recommend this high quality boarding. Satine will be back again, we might do doggy day care next.
Lauryn
Our boy Harry stayed with Kip for 2 weeks in the training/boarding program. I cried dropping him off but once I met the staff I knew he was going to be in great hands. Staff were very caring for Harry (and for me in tears) and my mind was put at ease once I saw the place and the plan over the next few weeks. Staff were extremely helpful, caring and organized. We got pictures and videos everyday which put my mind at ease with what he was learning and getting to see his face everyday. We had an online course to complete whilst we were home and the handover was great when we went to go pick him up. They are still checking in with us and Harry which is great. Harry has definitely learnt a lot and we have the tools to keep it up. He even got a special birthday celebration! Special thanks to Alex for making our boy feel like he is home and helping our smart little boy!
nicola ward
Our Vizsla absolutely loves going to Kip Dandenong and we wouldn’t send him to any other boarder. He comes home super happy each time, along with a report card so we can see how he went during his stay! We receive daily updates and can add extra treats and playtime daily. Staff are amazing and go beyond with how energetic and cheeky he can be. Would highly recommend!
Liam Redmond
Kip and the team have done an amazing job taking care and training my pup. That’s extremely and attentive and amazing at what they do. I can’t recommend them enough.
Annie Nguyen
Our Australian Shepherd had big reactivity towards greyhounds despite being attacked by another breed. We were always anxious when out walking so we thought it was a good opportunity whilst we had a family holiday she would go to Kip and have some work done. It was the best decision we have ever done. Handover was great, Alex was amazing and kept us updated daily and went through all her training in detail and now we are confident in taking our dog Maisey for a walk and our goal is to be able to go to a market where there are lots of dogs, and she will be able to walk through it calmly and focus on us! Thanks Alex for taking care of our first fur-born! We will continue this training indefinitely.
Tash Sullivan
Friendly staff my pup has the best times visiting Kip
Mark Rodrigues
We don’t trust our loved ones with anyone other than Kip. They are organised and live animals. I can’t ask for more than that. The photo updates and wonderful report card we get at the end of the stay are the cherries on top.
xiao yun shi
Napoleon had been with this boarding kennel for many years while we went away !He really enjoyed stay with them and we had happy dog coming back home ! I recommend this boarding kennel strongly to everyone who needs animal boarding service!👍
David L
Our dog was with Kip for 3 weeks doing the Board and Training course, with particular emphasis on his recall. He was well looked after, with regular updates and photos. We would strongly recommend Kip (and Megan). Our dog has shown substantial improvement, and we look forward to continuing the training.
Dawn
We needed help. We had no recall and little control over Henry, our two year old Great Dane. Although playful, his size made him potentially dangerous. And after a minor altercation with another dog, we signed up with Kip. Henry completed a three week intensive training course. The staff were amazing! Big shout out to Meg. She kept us up to date with photos, videos and emails on his training and well being. We completed an online course at the same time, to help us get a better understanding of Henry’s body language and behaviour, and how to successfully manage it. At the hand over sessions, we worked through all the new commands with Meg. We dropped off a mischievous giant doofus, who trampled everything in his excitement. And we brought home a mischievous giant doofus, that listens to us and comes when he’s called. Training is an on going process and fun. Highly recommend Kip South Eastern. They know dogs and every element of their behaviour . We still receive emails checking in on him, and offering help when needed. Thank you Kip.
Bosworth Family
Our dog loves staying at Kip, she enjoys playing with the other dogs and having lots of new toys and activities to entertain her. She recognises the road we drive down to get to the kennel and her tail wags like crazy when she sees the familiar street. The Kip crew always take good care of her with regular checks and they give her a bath so she comes home clean (and exhausted)
Esther Wangari
My pup recently completed the board and train program at Kip South East, and I’m so happy with the results! He’s gained so much confidence and made great progress with his loose leash walking. The daily free updates gave me peace of mind knowing he was comfortable and settling in well. A big thank you to Meg for making the onboarding process smooth (even with my hit-and-miss phone skills!) and an extra special thanks to Alex, our trainer!! My pup absolutely adored her. Super grateful to the whole Kip SE team for their care, support, and love throughout his stay!
Lucy Mcnicol
Despite doing intensive puppy training, our gorgeous boy Wolfie was just a big ball of energy who jumped all over people to say hello and his excitement would overcome his ability to follow the commands we had spent so long working on. We attended the 3 week stay and board program at Kip and could not be happier. All the staff, particularly our trainer Megan, were genuinely thrilled to be looking after Wolfie and you could tell this was much more than a job for them. We got regular video updated of his progress which was great. We had a 3 hour handover session which provided us with the insights and skills to keep up his training and helped us understand his psychology. Now Wolfie is loose lead walking, very settled and happy around the home and we are only a few days in. So much more progress to be made which we know is achievable. The ongoing support too is key for us as there are always things you need to troubleshoot. Thanks so much to the team, we are already looking to book in our next sessions for when we go away again.
Rebecca McIntyre
Maddie (spoodle) and Mia (ragdoll x) stayed for 3 weeks and both came home happy and healthy. It was fabulous to receive daily updates on how they were doing and the final 'report card' of their stay was a wonderful touch. They have been coming to Kip for sometime and it is fantastic to know we can leave them in such professional and attentive care while we are on holiday. Thank you to all the staff at Kio.
Song Yuping
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip! Our dog Popcorn stayed for 2 weeks for boarding and training, and his primary trainer, Alex, was absolutely amazing, so patient, kind, and genuinely caring towards Popcorn. We received regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind seeing how well he was doing. The handover session was incredibly detailed and hands-on. Alex took the time to walk us through everything Popcorn had learned and how to continue his progress at home. Popcorn used to be very reactive to everything, but we can already see a huge improvement in his behavior. Thank you so much to Alex and the Kip team for the care, effort, and love you’ve shown Popcorn. We’ll definitely be back for holiday boarding in the future! 🐾❤️
Naomi McKinnon
Our four year old American staffy Teddy was easily excitable, anxious and reactive to other dogs and cars, and was extremely challenging to walk. Teddy attended Kip’s three week board and train program and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Our trainer Alex was extremely helpful and understanding, and provided daily photos and videos of Teddy’s progress. Since returning home Teddy has been loose leash walking, engaged in training sessions, and is much more calmer in situations where he would usually be extremely reactive. I am extremely pleased with the service we received and Teddy’s progress over the three weeks. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone needing support with their dogs challenging behaviours! These are some of the photos taken while he was there and you can see just how happy he was to be with Alex!
Vicki Collie
Charlie attended KIP boarding and training to work on some difficulties we were having with loose lead walking and prey drive, pulling and some reactivity. He progressed amazingly with the training he received and the online training and the face to face sessions I had with him and Megan were so beneficial. Extremely positive, force free training that he obviously loved because when we returned for follow up he was so excited to see all the staff and especially Megan. The updates and support during the whole process was outstanding and we both learnt so much and continue to put this training into practice. Thank you from a very happy Charlie ( Greyhound) and Vicki
Carol Davies
We recently boarded our dog Jimmy with Kip and couldn’t be happier with the care he received. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming and clearly love animals. They kept me updated during his stay will fun photos and videos which gave me peace of mind knowing he was happy and well looked after. The facilities are clean, safe, and spacious, and Jimmy came home relaxed and content. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring place to leave their pet.
Laurissa Rossin
I have used KIP South East multiple times for dog boarding and training. Our dog always returns happy! The training team give daily updates and provides a thorough handover lesson when I return. A special shout-out to Megan, who has been a total game-changer in Sarge's training!
Selby Tuck
Cannot recommend Kip enough, it’s the best decision we’ve made as dog owners. It is such a clean, friendly and calming environment! After much deliberation we decided to jump in to the 3 week board and train program with our adult German Shepherd who was especially reactive towards other dogs. Before this point we were so concerned to leave the house with him after a traumatic experience. From the initial phone call we were immediately put at ease and Alex our trainer kept us updated every step of the way and poured an amazing amount of love and attention into our boy. The training modules we received as handlers were comprehensive and easy to work through. We could not be more pleased with the results not only with our dogs general disposition but with our own self confidence handling him. We look forward to working with the team in the future for any of our training & boarding needs!
Fiona De-Mendonca
Our beautiful 8 month old puppy spent 11 days at kip, the staff are all incredibly friendly and professional. The daily updates of either video or photo and report card at the end of her stay, really went above and beyond. It was very reassuring to see her being so well cared for and having fun. I would highly recommend this high quality boarding. Satine will be back again, we might do doggy day care next.
Lauryn
Our boy Harry stayed with Kip for 2 weeks in the training/boarding program. I cried dropping him off but once I met the staff I knew he was going to be in great hands. Staff were very caring for Harry (and for me in tears) and my mind was put at ease once I saw the place and the plan over the next few weeks. Staff were extremely helpful, caring and organized. We got pictures and videos everyday which put my mind at ease with what he was learning and getting to see his face everyday. We had an online course to complete whilst we were home and the handover was great when we went to go pick him up. They are still checking in with us and Harry which is great. Harry has definitely learnt a lot and we have the tools to keep it up. He even got a special birthday celebration! Special thanks to Alex for making our boy feel like he is home and helping our smart little boy!
nicola ward
Our Vizsla absolutely loves going to Kip Dandenong and we wouldn’t send him to any other boarder. He comes home super happy each time, along with a report card so we can see how he went during his stay! We receive daily updates and can add extra treats and playtime daily. Staff are amazing and go beyond with how energetic and cheeky he can be. Would highly recommend!
Liam Redmond
Kip and the team have done an amazing job taking care and training my pup. That’s extremely and attentive and amazing at what they do. I can’t recommend them enough.
Annie Nguyen
Our Australian Shepherd had big reactivity towards greyhounds despite being attacked by another breed. We were always anxious when out walking so we thought it was a good opportunity whilst we had a family holiday she would go to Kip and have some work done. It was the best decision we have ever done. Handover was great, Alex was amazing and kept us updated daily and went through all her training in detail and now we are confident in taking our dog Maisey for a walk and our goal is to be able to go to a market where there are lots of dogs, and she will be able to walk through it calmly and focus on us! Thanks Alex for taking care of our first fur-born! We will continue this training indefinitely.
Tash Sullivan
Friendly staff my pup has the best times visiting Kip
Mark Rodrigues
We don’t trust our loved ones with anyone other than Kip. They are organised and live animals. I can’t ask for more than that. The photo updates and wonderful report card we get at the end of the stay are the cherries on top.
xiao yun shi
Napoleon had been with this boarding kennel for many years while we went away !He really enjoyed stay with them and we had happy dog coming back home ! I recommend this boarding kennel strongly to everyone who needs animal boarding service!👍
David L
Our dog was with Kip for 3 weeks doing the Board and Training course, with particular emphasis on his recall. He was well looked after, with regular updates and photos. We would strongly recommend Kip (and Megan). Our dog has shown substantial improvement, and we look forward to continuing the training.
Dawn
We needed help. We had no recall and little control over Henry, our two year old Great Dane. Although playful, his size made him potentially dangerous. And after a minor altercation with another dog, we signed up with Kip. Henry completed a three week intensive training course. The staff were amazing! Big shout out to Meg. She kept us up to date with photos, videos and emails on his training and well being. We completed an online course at the same time, to help us get a better understanding of Henry’s body language and behaviour, and how to successfully manage it. At the hand over sessions, we worked through all the new commands with Meg. We dropped off a mischievous giant doofus, who trampled everything in his excitement. And we brought home a mischievous giant doofus, that listens to us and comes when he’s called. Training is an on going process and fun. Highly recommend Kip South Eastern. They know dogs and every element of their behaviour . We still receive emails checking in on him, and offering help when needed. Thank you Kip.
Bosworth Family
Our dog loves staying at Kip, she enjoys playing with the other dogs and having lots of new toys and activities to entertain her. She recognises the road we drive down to get to the kennel and her tail wags like crazy when she sees the familiar street. The Kip crew always take good care of her with regular checks and they give her a bath so she comes home clean (and exhausted)
Esther Wangari
My pup recently completed the board and train program at Kip South East, and I’m so happy with the results! He’s gained so much confidence and made great progress with his loose leash walking. The daily free updates gave me peace of mind knowing he was comfortable and settling in well. A big thank you to Meg for making the onboarding process smooth (even with my hit-and-miss phone skills!) and an extra special thanks to Alex, our trainer!! My pup absolutely adored her. Super grateful to the whole Kip SE team for their care, support, and love throughout his stay!
Lucy Mcnicol
Despite doing intensive puppy training, our gorgeous boy Wolfie was just a big ball of energy who jumped all over people to say hello and his excitement would overcome his ability to follow the commands we had spent so long working on. We attended the 3 week stay and board program at Kip and could not be happier. All the staff, particularly our trainer Megan, were genuinely thrilled to be looking after Wolfie and you could tell this was much more than a job for them. We got regular video updated of his progress which was great. We had a 3 hour handover session which provided us with the insights and skills to keep up his training and helped us understand his psychology. Now Wolfie is loose lead walking, very settled and happy around the home and we are only a few days in. So much more progress to be made which we know is achievable. The ongoing support too is key for us as there are always things you need to troubleshoot. Thanks so much to the team, we are already looking to book in our next sessions for when we go away again.
Rebecca McIntyre
Maddie (spoodle) and Mia (ragdoll x) stayed for 3 weeks and both came home happy and healthy. It was fabulous to receive daily updates on how they were doing and the final 'report card' of their stay was a wonderful touch. They have been coming to Kip for sometime and it is fantastic to know we can leave them in such professional and attentive care while we are on holiday. Thank you to all the staff at Kio.
Song Yuping
We couldn’t be happier with our experience at Kip! Our dog Popcorn stayed for 2 weeks for boarding and training, and his primary trainer, Alex, was absolutely amazing, so patient, kind, and genuinely caring towards Popcorn. We received regular updates with photos and videos, which gave us so much peace of mind seeing how well he was doing. The handover session was incredibly detailed and hands-on. Alex took the time to walk us through everything Popcorn had learned and how to continue his progress at home. Popcorn used to be very reactive to everything, but we can already see a huge improvement in his behavior. Thank you so much to Alex and the Kip team for the care, effort, and love you’ve shown Popcorn. We’ll definitely be back for holiday boarding in the future! 🐾❤️
Naomi McKinnon
Our four year old American staffy Teddy was easily excitable, anxious and reactive to other dogs and cars, and was extremely challenging to walk. Teddy attended Kip’s three week board and train program and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Our trainer Alex was extremely helpful and understanding, and provided daily photos and videos of Teddy’s progress. Since returning home Teddy has been loose leash walking, engaged in training sessions, and is much more calmer in situations where he would usually be extremely reactive. I am extremely pleased with the service we received and Teddy’s progress over the three weeks. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone needing support with their dogs challenging behaviours! These are some of the photos taken while he was there and you can see just how happy he was to be with Alex!
Vicki Collie
Charlie attended KIP boarding and training to work on some difficulties we were having with loose lead walking and prey drive, pulling and some reactivity. He progressed amazingly with the training he received and the online training and the face to face sessions I had with him and Megan were so beneficial. Extremely positive, force free training that he obviously loved because when we returned for follow up he was so excited to see all the staff and especially Megan. The updates and support during the whole process was outstanding and we both learnt so much and continue to put this training into practice. Thank you from a very happy Charlie ( Greyhound) and Vicki
Carol Davies
We recently boarded our dog Jimmy with Kip and couldn’t be happier with the care he received. From the moment we arrived, the staff were welcoming and clearly love animals. They kept me updated during his stay will fun photos and videos which gave me peace of mind knowing he was happy and well looked after. The facilities are clean, safe, and spacious, and Jimmy came home relaxed and content. I would highly recommend Kip to anyone looking for a trustworthy and caring place to leave their pet.
Laurissa Rossin
I have used KIP South East multiple times for dog boarding and training. Our dog always returns happy! The training team give daily updates and provides a thorough handover lesson when I return. A special shout-out to Megan, who has been a total game-changer in Sarge's training!
Selby Tuck
Cannot recommend Kip enough, it’s the best decision we’ve made as dog owners. It is such a clean, friendly and calming environment! After much deliberation we decided to jump in to the 3 week board and train program with our adult German Shepherd who was especially reactive towards other dogs. Before this point we were so concerned to leave the house with him after a traumatic experience. From the initial phone call we were immediately put at ease and Alex our trainer kept us updated every step of the way and poured an amazing amount of love and attention into our boy. The training modules we received as handlers were comprehensive and easy to work through. We could not be more pleased with the results not only with our dogs general disposition but with our own self confidence handling him. We look forward to working with the team in the future for any of our training & boarding needs!
Fiona De-Mendonca
Our beautiful 8 month old puppy spent 11 days at kip, the staff are all incredibly friendly and professional. The daily updates of either video or photo and report card at the end of her stay, really went above and beyond. It was very reassuring to see her being so well cared for and having fun. I would highly recommend this high quality boarding. Satine will be back again, we might do doggy day care next.
Lauryn
Our boy Harry stayed with Kip for 2 weeks in the training/boarding program. I cried dropping him off but once I met the staff I knew he was going to be in great hands. Staff were very caring for Harry (and for me in tears) and my mind was put at ease once I saw the place and the plan over the next few weeks. Staff were extremely helpful, caring and organized. We got pictures and videos everyday which put my mind at ease with what he was learning and getting to see his face everyday. We had an online course to complete whilst we were home and the handover was great when we went to go pick him up. They are still checking in with us and Harry which is great. Harry has definitely learnt a lot and we have the tools to keep it up. He even got a special birthday celebration! Special thanks to Alex for making our boy feel like he is home and helping our smart little boy!
nicola ward
Our Vizsla absolutely loves going to Kip Dandenong and we wouldn’t send him to any other boarder. He comes home super happy each time, along with a report card so we can see how he went during his stay! We receive daily updates and can add extra treats and playtime daily. Staff are amazing and go beyond with how energetic and cheeky he can be. Would highly recommend!
Liam Redmond
Kip and the team have done an amazing job taking care and training my pup. That’s extremely and attentive and amazing at what they do. I can’t recommend them enough.
Annie Nguyen
Our Australian Shepherd had big reactivity towards greyhounds despite being attacked by another breed. We were always anxious when out walking so we thought it was a good opportunity whilst we had a family holiday she would go to Kip and have some work done. It was the best decision we have ever done. Handover was great, Alex was amazing and kept us updated daily and went through all her training in detail and now we are confident in taking our dog Maisey for a walk and our goal is to be able to go to a market where there are lots of dogs, and she will be able to walk through it calmly and focus on us! Thanks Alex for taking care of our first fur-born! We will continue this training indefinitely.
Tash Sullivan
Friendly staff my pup has the best times visiting Kip
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FAQs
Our vaccination policy for pet boarding is as follows:
Vaccination Requirement: Your pet must be vaccinated, and the vaccination must be valid for the entire duration of your pet's stay.
- Puppies may board 10 days after their final puppy vaccines as long as they are C5 or equivalent.
- Kittens may board 10 days after their final kitten vaccines as long as they are F3 or equivalent.
- Dogs must have an up-to-date C5 (or equivalent) vaccination.
- Cats must have an up-to-date F3 vaccination.
10-Day Rule: If your pet's previous vaccination had lapsed by more than 14 days, the new vaccine must be administered at least 10 days before the check-in date.
Vaccination Documentation: You are required to provide proof of your pet’s current vaccination. If your pet is checking in within 10 days of their most recent vaccination, we also require the certificate from their immediate prior vaccination.
We are able to care for pets if they’re not desexed. We do not take dogs in heat across our centres. To the extent your dog comes into heat whilst in our care, we will require an emergency contact to pick them up within 24 hours of being notified. We will not accommodate entire males in the same room as undesexed females.
We provide door-to-door transport from major metro cities for $35 one way. You will be contacted by the driver with an estimated arrival time the day before your booking commences.
Absolutely! Simply contact us directly so our team can organise the best time for you to tour the premises.
Absolutely! For an extra $6/pet/day, we can administer medication to your pets. Please provide all medication in a marked vet bag and provide enough medication for the entire duration of their stay.
We sure can, for an extra fee of $3.50/day! Please provide all required food, clearly marked and labelled. Please inform staff if your dog has any food allergies.
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