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Kip Mornington

Formerly Stirling Lodge Boarding Kennels

2 Vidotto Ct, Pearcedale VIC 3912

Dog boarding

Door to door Transport

Located in Peacedale, Kip Mornington provides ample room for your dog to run around, meet new friends, comfortable places to rest, and just enjoy a holiday while you’re on your own holiday!

Reception Opening Hours

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

Saturday: 8:00-11:00am

Sunday: 2:00-5:00pm

Public Holidays: as advised

Servicing Melbourne with Door-To-Door Transport!

We offer door-to-door transport Melbourne-wide. 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. 

Comfortable, classic accommodation

Kip Mornington offers Classic Rooms that are fully insulated with indoor & outdoor spaces. Your dog will enjoy exploring their home away from home!

Pricing Comparison

Room Pricing

We've got options to make your pets' stay comfortable!

Dog boarding

Classic Dog Room

From $58/day

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.

Extra Playtime

Social Playtime

$23/pet/day

Extra Playtime

Paddock Playtime

$15/pet/day

Bushwalk

Bushwalk

$15/pet/day

Cuddletime

Cuddletime

$15/pet/day

Delicious Dinner

Chicken & Rice Dinner

$9/pet/day

Treat

Daily Treat

$4/pet/day

See what our guests think

Sarah

I can't say enough good things about these boarding kennels! They have looked after my dog, Matteo, on numerous occasions, and each time has been fantastic. The team (especially Adam!) are incredibly accommodating. The care and flexibility they have provided me especially with last-minute bookings so I can be with my terminally ill father has been incredible and has ment I have not needed to worry about Matteo as I know he is very happy here. Plus the daily photo or video updates are incredible and are helpful to know my boy is so happy. Matteo is always so excited to be there – sometimes I even wonder if he'd prefer to live there than with me! The care and attention they provide are top-notch, and it gives me great peace of mind knowing he's in such good hands. Highly recommend!

Alison Prata

Kip were fantastic to deal with - happy to give me a full tour before we left our 18 month old entire bouncy girl lab, Aggie, with them for the weekend. During the stay she had a paddock play or bushwalk each day (an extra but well worth it) and I received photos and videos showing how well she had settled in. Will definitely be back if we are away again.

Elle Neziri

Archie & Daisy love spending time at Kip Mornington. We love that they are able to socialise with other dogs under professional supervision. They always come back happy and relaxed.

Silva Mirovics

The dedicated dog lovers at Kip Mornington never disappoint. Our boy is collected from home, cared for while we go away, and returned home clean and happy. Duke has had a couple of short stays, and recently a 4 week stay. I received a daily update (video or photos). He suffers a lot of anxiety, so we were nervous about leaving him for 4 weeks, but Kip Mornington managed his quirks without issue. Highly recommend Kip Mornington when you can't take your doggy with you.

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.

Experienced Team, Safe Space, Regular Pupdates, Tailored Care

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

Andie

Andie Collishaw

Cluster Manager

With her positive attitude and compassion, Andie looks after our Mornington and Melbourne South East locations. Her commitment to maintaining a safe and joyful environment has transformed Kip to a home away from home for all pets.

Ralee

Ralee Anderson

Assistant Manager

Ralee is highly committed to dog care and training, especially with her own working dogs, Leo and Ted. She has a strong background in management and leadership, having managed a Kip daycare. She now turns her attention to the boarding space, where her passion for dog care makes her the perfect fit.

How Boarding Works

FDT Step 1

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.

Boarding Transport

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.

Boarding Yard

Step 3: Welcome & Health Check

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

Boarding Pupdate

Step 4: Enjoy Regular Updates to your Phone

Enjoy regular photo and/or video updates right to your phone throughout their stay.

Hydrobath Landscape

Step 5: Get that Fresh Wash Feeling

Receive a complimentary hydro-bath before going home for longer stays.

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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 dog 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 Mornington includes a comfortable 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 playing with our carers, 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.

Has your dog been pawing to stay at a pet retreat?

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.

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.

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?

All pets must be up to date with their vaccinations and present a current certificate to the team. We are able to care for pets if they’re not desexed. Our vaccination requirements are as follows: 

  • 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.

Does my pet need to be desexed?

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.

Can you pick up my pet? When will the pet van come?

We provide door-to-door transport Melbourne-wide for an extra charge. You will be contacted by the driver with an estimated arrival time the day before your reservation commences.

Can I tour the facilities?

Absolutely! Simply contact us at [email protected] so our team can organise the best time for you to tour the premises. We have locations for dog boarding kennels Melbourne-wide, so you can also check out our other facilities too!

My pet needs medication! Can you administer it?

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.

My dog is the picky eater! Can I bring my own food?

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 in a happy stay?

Let's go

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