Kip Lake Macquarie
Formerly Bluegum Boarding Lodge
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life? Your dog will love Kip Lake Macquarie, a luxury pet retreat where they can stretch their legs in our spacious yards, or become one with nature and go on a scenic bushwalk!
4.9
Reception Opening Hours
Door-to-door transport offered across Sydney!
Regular Photo and/or Video Updates Provided During Stay!
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
Judd Milton
Had a positive experience with Kips board and train program. While we are still a way off of hitting all our goals, the program gave us a very solid foundation to begin making steps towards thise goals. Kips board and train program didn't only help my dog but also gave me direction to help ensure the best outcome for her.
Christine Jarvis (Artis)
We have been taking our dogs to Kip for the last 2 years and are loving it. It allows us to be able to go away and not worry about our dogs at all. Our dogs are highly anxious and one of our dogs won’t even let people come in our house yet when we go to the pet resort they get cuddles and pats of all the staff Which is really nice to .
J Winter
The team at KIP Lake Macquarie are amazing! Our dogs have never been so excited to stay away from home, we have left them for a couple of nights to several weeks and they always return home happy, healthy and with tails wagging. We love the personalised friendly service, daily videos of our pups & the love and care they always get. We can't recommend KIP at Lake Macquarie enough!
Beau Evans
Every time Winnie has been here she has absolutely loved it and has come back to me super happy and last time they even gave her a bath. Staff are awesome and honestly couldn’t fault myself and Winnie’s experiences with this business. Love the video updates.
Experienced Team, Safe Space, Regular Pupdates, Tailored Care
What makes Kip boarding 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.
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
Nic Hodgson
Manager
Nic’s leadership, dedication, and positivity make a lasting impact every day. Her ability to create a supportive and uplifting environment, while delivering exceptional care, embodies the values we strive for. With a great sense of fun and unwavering commitment to the team and the animals, Nic is truly an asset to Kip!
Georgia Newman
Training Lead
Georgia is a powerhouse when it comes to all things dogs. Having managed our daycares in Melbourne and Sydney, being NDTF certified, and teaching a wide range of group classes from puppies to adults, in a variety of disciplines including agility and obedience, Georgia's passion has always been in dog training. She brings her expertise and knowledge as our Training Lead and is committed to finding training solutions that improve your dog's behaviour.
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 and check in for your stay.
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 and be reunited with your precious pet!
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.
Dog Training Programs Available
Industry-Recognised Board & Train Dog Training Program
Starts at $149/day
Kip Lake Macquarie offers an industry-recognised Board & Train Program that ensures a cohesive relationship between you and your pooch. This is our most popular program and can help with many challenging behaviours, including:
jumping all over you and your guests,
having selective hearing,
reacting to other dogs and/or
pulling on the leash
At the end of the program, your trainer will meet with you for a comprehensive handover session, as well as providing you with a complimentary follow-up session and ongoing support on your training journey with your dog. We believe that dog training is about developing trust in your relationship and achieving life goals together. Start your furry friend on the right paw.
Add day sessions with Canine Coaching
Only $72/day
Already got an upcoming boarding booking? Got a high-energy dog that needs some extra enrichment and stimulation throughout their stay? Adding Canine Coaching to your dog's stay can help to:
Provide basic training to your dog.
Enrich and stimulate your dog during their boarding stay.
Multiple coaching sessions on Monday-Friday.
Choose as many or as little days as you like.
Regular report cards from your trainer.
Email us today at [email protected] to find out more!
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 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!
