Kip Homestead Yarra Valley
Formerly Homestead Pet Retreat
12 Homestead Rd, Wonga Park VIC 3115
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Your four-legged friends stay in style when you choose Kip Homestead Yarra Valley! Our purpose-built property has been designed to ensure that your pet is in an environment that created ample stimulation and allows them to have plenty of fresh air, exercise and enrichment.
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Monday-Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
Saturday: 8:30am-3:00pm
Sunday: 3:00pm-5:00pm
Public Holidays: as advised
Your pets’ health and well-being are our top priority, and you can have peace of mind knowing we have an on-site vet. Dr. Ken Chang is always on hand to monitor your pet during their stay with us. If your pet becomes unwell during their stay with us or we have concerns regarding their health, we will always communicate with you and your current vet if your pet’s medical history is required.
You don’t just have to live with poor behaviour from your dog! We offer various dog training programs, our most popular being our Board & Train Program. We believe dog training is about developing trust in your relationship and achieving life goals together. Start your furry friend on the right paw by filling out this form.
What service are you interested in?
Dog Boarding Options
We have a variety of pricing options for every dog's needs.
Classic Room
From $71/day
Our Classic Rooms are light, airy, and climate-controlled for year-round comfort. Guests enjoy access to purpose-built outdoor day yards and exercise areas for the stimulation they need to thrive.
Suite
From $111/day
[ MOST POPULAR ] Our Suites offer extra space and the comforts of home, including a TV, music, orthopaedic Kuranda bed, toys, and luxury fittings. Luxury Suite guests enjoy private day yard playtime, scenic views, and quality time with our qualified carers for walks, play, and cuddles.
Luxury Villa
From $139/day
Our Luxury Villas offer indulgence and privacy, with a climate-controlled environment, TV, music, luxury furnishings, and a private sun deck. Our carers provide walks, playtime, cuddles, and extra one-on-one attention throughout the day.
Cat Boarding Options
We've got cat boarding room options for even the fussiest of felines.
Classic Cat Room
From $32/day
Our Indoor Cat Suites are light, airy, and temperature-controlled for year-round comfort. Each spacious suite is designed to accommodate even the fussiest of felines.
Cat Suite Inside/Outside
From $39/day
Our Indoor/Outdoor Suites are light, airy, and climate-controlled for year-round comfort. Each guest has 24/7 access to both indoor and outdoor areas, with purpose-built sun yards and exercise areas for the stimulation they need to thrive.
Cat Villas
From $55/day
Our Cat Villa Suites offer luxury with climate control, plenty of light, and air. Your cat will enjoy all the comforts of home and 24/7 access to the outdoor sun yard to watch the world go by.
Dog Training Options
We know every dog is different, so we've got different training options to help get your dog started on the right paw!
Daycare And Train
From $90/day
A full day of daycare with added one-on-one training. We’ll work on skills such as loose leash walking, socialisation, and polite behaviour, all while your dog enjoys their day at Kip.
Training Room
From $149/day
[EXCLUSIVE] Our Board & Train Program fast-tracks your dog’s learning, addressing behaviours like jumping, selective hearing, reacting to dogs, and leash pulling. The 21-day Standard Program includes multiple daily sessions, weekly updates, and online module support.
Extras Offered
We have a range of extras you can add to your pet's stay to ensure they have the best possible stay with us.
Canine Coaching
$72.00/pet/day
Your dog will have multiple sessions with one of our qualified trainers. This gives your dog plenty of additional mental and physical activity throughout the day rather than the regular single-play session.
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.
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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
$19.00/pet/day
Your dog will love stretching their legs with a daily bushwalk. Let them make the most of the great outdoors and escape city life during their stay with an extra 15 minute bushwalk.
Daily Treat
$4.00/pet/day
A daily treat is the perfect extra for your furry friend! Choose from our in-house treat menu to brighten your dog's day.
Other services in VIC
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See what our guests think
Both my girl Nixie and I Love the team at Kip Homestead- we wish you could give More than 5 stats!! I love knowing that whilst I’m away Nix is being loved and cared for! So appreciate the daily messages, photos and videos! Tonight after Nixie came home she curled up on the couch and drifted into the deepest sleep- over half an hour I lay pizza crusts next to her but she only stirred after 7 when I went to open the door! 😂 Thoroughly recommend Kip Homestead- Nixie is already booked in for another stay later in the year! 🐶 Board and train stays are great too!
I would highly recommend Kip Homestead Dog board and training program. I was planning to have surgery and knew that my young Groodle would be hard for me to manage whilst recovering and on crutches and I thought what better time than to get him boarded and trained at the same time. The facilities are great and his trainer David did a wonderful job and the updates, communication and handover are really important to carry the program forward at home.
I think mochi enjoyed the training program, they were professional imo :3
Took fantastic care of our 2 dogs
Highly recommend the team at Kip Homestead, Yarra Valley. They take amazing care of our dog Snow, and are excellent with their training sessions too. It’s so amazing to have peace of mind that our Swiss Shepherd is in safe and caring hands.
Our super high energy pup absolutely loved her stay with Kip. She was enrolled in the board and train program, which was tailored to suit her individual needs. We got regular updates, photos and even had the choice of supplying her own food. Better yet, at the end of her stay we had a comprehensive handover from her trainer, which was very educational and allowed us to continue said training at home. Highly recommend.
Wow. I have just got my beautiful border collie back from train and board. The updates along the way of her stay were so beautiful and assuring. Beck is her amazing trainer and my goodness is she amazing. My dogs new found confidence and happiness is quite astonishing. Getting home it’s still my beautiful dog but she is calm, has more confidence and I can see is less anxious. On day one of being home things that have been really triggering for her are now manageable with the tools Beck has given us. We have work to do as her parents and are grateful for the support and guidance of Beck. This place is amazing!
My dog is reactive to other dogs so we were a bit concerned with any type of boarding situation, but the staff at Kip Homestead answered all our questions and made us confident Tyson was going to be okay. We got daily updates and pictures, and we joked that he looked like he was having such a good time he wouldn’t want to come home. He exceeded our expectations and were very proud fluffy parents, and I have no doubt that was largely contributed to by the staff making him feel so at home. We’re going to make weekend sleepovers and their training program a regular occurrence.
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.
Make your pet's trip easier and enjoy door-to-door transport!
Skip the traffic and let us pick up your dog right from your door. We'll take them directly to Kip to start their boarding stay, and then drop them off back to your home at the end of their stay! Transport is available Melbourne-wide.
Meet the Team
Dog Training Programs Available
Industry-Recognised Board & Train Dog Training Program
We offer 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,
- 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 lifetime 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.
Daycare & Train Program
Can't commit to a long program? Our Daycare & Train is a great way to give your pooch some extra stimulation and some new manners along the way! With our daycare & train program, you can drop off your pooch at 8:30am and pick them up at 4:30pm. Throughout the day, our team of professional trainers will complete multiple training and stimulation sessions with your pooch, improve manners, controlled socialisation around lots of other dogs and learn improved manners along the way.
Training includes:
- Better leash walking
- Better focus on the person at the end of the leash
- Door manners
- Learning how to relax and/or Building motivation
Interested? Speak to us about whether this program is right for you and your dog.
How Boarding Works
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.
What we do
How We Do Things
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 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.
