Pet Boarding Hunter Valley
Formerly Akuna Pet Resort
Dog boarding
Cat boarding
Door to door Transport
The beautiful Hunter Valley is home to some of the most famous wineries, vineyards, and of course, Kip Hunter Valley! Our world-class resort sits on 10 acres of lush, spacious grounds and is surrounded by countless bushwalking trails that epitomise natural beauty.
Reception Opening Hours
Servicing Sydney and Newcastle with Door-To-Door Transport!
Water Fun Park
Pricing Comparison
Room Pricing
We have a range of additional services you can add to your dog’s stay to ensure they have the best possible stay with us.
Additional Services
For Dogs
We have a range of additional services you can add to your dog’s stay to ensure they have the best possible stay with us.
See what our guests think
Alysia Blundell
The team at Kip Hunter Valley are absolutely amazing! They were so welcoming and made us feel Atlas was in safe hands. We loved how we got regular photo & video updates to see what he was up to. Atlas definitely had the best time & I think he was sad to leave. He’ll be looking forward to his next stay! 😊
Iain Ferrie
No need to look elsewhere this place is the best. Top class service and my dog is always looking forward to going and is spoilt rotten.
Charlie Sleiman
What can I say? My dog absolutely hated coming back home. He was grumpy, sad and couldn't be bothered for anything. While I wanted to snap him out of it, it was a sign of how much he had missed Kip Hunter Valley. It was important for us that wherever we left our fur baby American Staffy, Brutus, he needed to be on his own as he is quite reactive around other dogs. I knew straight away from reading the reviews and talking to Kip beforehand that this was the place from Brutus. Took a load off our shoulders. All in all we left him for 3 weeks and it was the best decision we made. We will definitely be dropping him off again.
Trace M
Lovely place. Ange showed us around the place, explaining to us everything. She has a heart of gold & loved animals. ❤️ We are considering booking our dogs in for the holiday stay. One of my lab needs care assistance due to post surgery & they would be the best place to care for.
Experienced Team, Safe Space, Regular Pupdates, Tailored Care
What makes boarding at Kip different?
We are passionate about providing the best care and enrichment for pets and a great experience for you. Our team of pet lovers have decades of experience.
We know every pet is unique, so we have various options, including different accommodation types and extra services, to ensure we are tailoring the stay to suit your pet’s needs - better yet, we will ensure you get frequent updates so you know you are getting the services you paid for!
With best-in-industry facilities and structured processes around health and welfare monitoring, team training, customer updates and enrichment, our team will make sure your pet has the best day, every day.
Dog Boarding with a splash!
Kip Hunter Valley boasts a custom-built doggy water park, perfect for your water-loving dog! It'll turn any old day into an extraordinary adventure and make their boarding visit an unforgettable stay!
Meet the Team
Ange Mclaren
Boarding Manager
Ange is absolutely animal-mad, having worked at Petstock and RSPCA Burwood (Melbourne), managed a doggy daycare, become a qualified NDTF Dog Trainer, founded the German Shepherd Rescue Victoria, and been part of the Kip Homestead Yarra Valley Team! She also has a keen interest in canine nutrition and now, she brings her expertise (and her 3 German Shepherds) to Kip Hunter Valley to care for dogs in NSW!
Corinna Connor
Assistant Manager
Corinna is an avid animal lover and has a world of experience under her belt. Having previously worked with RSPCA and assisted in puppy classes, she is the perfect team member to care for your pets. Having been a vital member at Kip Hunter Valley, Corinna now helps to lead the team at Kip Lake Macquarie. Her passion for animals is to be commended, with 5 of her own rescues at home, so it's no wonder your pets have a wonderful time with Corinna!
How Boarding Works
Step 1: Choose Date
Request your boarding stay and complete your pet’s profile, including details such as your pets' vaccinations and any medication they need.
Step 2: Start Your Stay
Drop off your dog during reception hours. If you’ve selected transport, we’ll pick them up right from your door in the morning.
Step 3: Welcome & Health Check
Your dog gets settled in for their holiday, and staff gives them a health check.
Step 4: Enjoy Regular Updates to your Phone
Enjoy regular photo and/or video updates right to your phone throughout their stay.
Step 5: Get that Fresh Wash Feeling
Receive a complimentary hydro-bath before going home for longer stays.
Step 6: Home Time!
Pick them up during reception hours, or if you’ve selected transport, we’ll drop them at your door.
Has your pet been pawing to stay at a pet retreat?
What you need to know about your Boarding Visit!
As pet pawrents ourselves, we know that leaving your pet for the first time can be stressful! Every trip to Kip includes your own room, 1-on-1 playtime with our staff, daily photo and video updates, and premium kibble meals, and we encourage pet parents to come visit the accommodation before the trip. Whether your dog loves running in our grassy yards, or your cat loves lounging in the sun, we’re sure your pet will have the best time!
To ensure everyone’s safety, please make sure that all pets are up to date with all vaccinations, and a certificate must be presented.
What we do
DOG BOARDING
Are you needing overnight care for your dog?
Keeping your four-legged friend happy, comfortable and safe is what pet boarding with us is all about. Every Kip trip comes with cosy rooms, premium meals, and extras that are sure to entertain even the fussiest pets.
How We Do Things
Safe & Fun
We have lots of fun together, but balance is key, which is why we tailor our services to meet your pet’s needs.
Passionate Team
With an in-house vet and decades of industry experience, our team of highly trained pet carers (and pet lovers) will ensure your pet is in the safest hands.
Regular Updates
Leaving your pup can be stressful, so we deliver regular updates (or pup-dates) right to your phone, so you know they’re having fun!
FAQs
Does my pet need to be vaccinated?
Does my pet need to be desexed?
Can you pick up my pet? When will the pet van come?
Can I tour the facilities?
My pet needs medication! Can you administer it?
My dog is a picky eater! Can I bring my own food?
