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Kip Ipswich

1 Hodgsons Rd, Walloon QLD 4306

Dog Boarding

Nestled amidst serene Australian bushland, Kip Ipswich offers a tranquil and private retreat for your dog’s next boarding experience. Our boutique setting features spacious yards, allowing your dog to explore and unwind in a peaceful environment. With comfortable, purpose-designed rooms, your dog will enjoy the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure, ensuring a truly memorable stay.

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Monday-Friday: 8:00-11:00am, 2:00-5:00pm

Saturday: 8:00-11:00am

Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm

Public Holidays: as advised

Leaving your pup can be scary, so we deliver regular updates (or pup-dates) right to your phone, so you know they’re having fun! You are also welcome to call us during the stay to get an update about how your pet is going.

We offer door-to-door transport across Brisbane. This service is run Monday to Friday (subject to availability) and is not offered on public holidays. This service can be added as part of the booking process and takes the stress out of getting your pet to or from their holiday.

Dog Boarding Pricing

The perfect room for your dog, with everything they need for a happy stay.

Suite

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From $59/day

This indoor/outdoor suite provides a spacious retreat for your dog, with a private outdoor area for fresh air and plush bedding indoors. The room is double-insulated and fully air-conditioned for year-round comfort.

Extras Offered

We have a range of extras you can add to your dog’s stay to ensure they have the best possible stay with us.

Own Food

$3.50/pet/day

We understand that some pets have special dietary needs. Bring your pet�s own food instead of using our in-house menu to ensure they feel right at home during their stay

Medication

$6.00/pet/day

We offer daily administration of medication, following your vet's instructions to ensure your pet's routine is maintained during their stay.

Chicken & Rice Dinner

$9.00/pet/day

Prime100 SPD™ Slow Cooked Chicken & Brown Rice is a single protein slow-cooked diet that combines select ingredients and crafted broth, simmered low and slow, resulting in a delicious, full flavour, wholesome diet.

Bushwalk

Bushwalk

$20.00/pet/day

Does your dog love the great outdoors? Let them make the most of the great outdoors and escape city life during their stay with an extra 15 minute guided bushwalk.

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Extra Playtime

$16.00/pet/day

Do you have a dog who just loves to play? Get your pooch some extra playtime fun in one of our play yards!

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Experienced Team, Safe Space, Regular Pupdates, Tailored Care

is 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.

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We know there’s nowhere as special as home.

That’s why we give you the flexibility to adjust your pet's accommodation and services to best suit their needs.

Meet The Team

Stuart Paine

Stuart Paine

Cluster Manager

With a passion for pets and a wealth of experience in pet care, Stuart is committed to improving the care and service we provide to our beloved furry guests and their families. Stuart's enthusiasm for animal welfare and strong leadership abilities make him a solid leader for his team.

Rachelle Tobler

Site Lead

Over the past few months, Rachelle has shown incredible leadership, always bringing a calm, thoughtful approach that supports both our team and our furry guests. Rachelle will play a key role in helping us grow while maintaining the high level of care our Kip families know and love.

How Boarding Works

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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.

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Step 2: Start Your Stay

Drop off your dog during reception hours and check in for your stay.

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Step 3: Welcome & Health Check

Your dog gets settled in for their holiday, and staff gives them a health check.

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Step 4: Holiday Time

Your dog enjoys playing and exploring the grounds with our staff, eating delicious meals, and resting in their comfortable room.

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Step 5: Enjoy Regular Updates to your Phone

Enjoy regular photos and video updates right to your phone throughout their stay.

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Step 6: Home Time!

Pick them up during reception hours and be reunited with your precious pet!

Big adventures start with comfy stays

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! That’s why we’ve created a boarding experience that feels like a true retreat. Every stay includes a comfortable room, daily playtime with our team, free photo /video updates, and premium kibble meals. You’re also welcome to tour the accommodation beforehand for extra peace of mind.

Whether your dog’s racing around our grassy yards or your cat’s lounging in the sun, we’re confident they’ll love their stay.

To ensure everyone’s safety, please make sure that all pets are up to date with all vaccinations, and a certificate must be presented.

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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.

Learn more about dog boarding

Pick-up and Drop-off

Make your visit easier!

At Kip, we offer pick-up and drop-off to our locations to provide you with convenience and ensure you have a great experience.

Learn more about pet transport

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

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 us with evidence of your pet's current (and immediate prior vaccination if checking in with 10 days of their most recent 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 Brisbane-wide for an extra charge. Our driver will pick-up or drop-off your pet between 11am and 2pm, and someone must be home to facilitate the handoff.

Absolutely! Simply contact us at ipswich@kip.com.au so our team can organize the best time for you to tour the premises.

Absolutely! For an extra $5/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/day! Please provide all required food, clearly marked and labelled. Please inform staff if your dog has any food allergies.

Ready to book a stay in Ipswich?

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