The Best Dog Boarding Kennels in Auckland

Pick the best holiday options for your beloved dog

Updated 7 September 2021

Leaving your dog in boarding kennels while you are away can be a distressing experience. Dogs bond with the owners and become part of the family and putting them in the hands of others for even a short time is not easy.

There are many boarding kennels around Auckland, but you need to make sure that your dog will be treated correctly and it with people who have a genuine love for dogs. 

Our guide to the top 10 dog boarding kennels in and around Auckland has all the information about what to look for, how much it costs and shortlists ten operators that stand out.

Our Auckland dog boarding kennels guide covers:​​​

What Will a Dog Boarding Kennel Cost?

Cost should not be the primary concern, but you do want to know that you are getting value for money. The price will vary depending upon how long your dog needs to remain in the kennels, and by location. We found that as a rule of thumb you can expect to pay between $20 and $90 per day (nights included) for boarding your pet, and the size and type of animal may also influence the price.

What to Consider When Choosing a Dog Boarding Kennel in Auckland

The most important part of choosing a dog kennel is knowing your dog will be looked after correctly. The following is our checklist of things to do and consider before you choose:
  • Always visit the premises and check for cleanliness, available space and to get a feel for how it is run. A boarding kennel will likely be noisy, but should also be orderly
  • Ask for information on the qualifications and experience of the staff, and make sure you meet them.
  • Is the space allocated to dogs adequate? Will your dog be housed alone or with another animal? Some dogs will accept this, others will not tolerate it.
  • What is the daily routine, as in how often will the dog get to be walked and what are the feeding routines? Will the dog get one to one attention, for playing or perhaps light grooming?
  • Does the kennel have vet care on site, and if not, who is their chosen vet? 
  • Do they insist on up to date vaccinations, as they should do for the safety of all pets?
The above list offers some good starting points from which to begin your search for a suitable dog boarding kennel.
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The Best Auckland Dog Boarding Kennels Available Right Now

​Our list below, which is no particular order, covers dog boarding kennels in East, West, North and South Auckland. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Auckland, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.

​Before You Start Looking for Dog Kennels Consider the Following:
  1. Ask around your friends, family, and neighbours for recommendations about where they send their dog.
  2. Ask your vet if they have a recommendation.
  3. Stay local for the best rates and convenience (especially after coming back from holiday - a short drive is appreciated than traversing Auckland.

No dog boarding kennels have paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with anyone listed below.

DogHQ Day Care

Base: Glenfield and Albany Auckland   
Hours: Mon to Fri 6 am – 7 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.8/5
Website:  DogHQ Day Care
Facebook Page: DogHQ Day Care
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 442 2365
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Provides helpful updates and reports during the day  
  • Genuinely cares about animal welfare
  • Makes the dogs happy
  • Professional staff  
 
Pros:
  • Caters all breeds regardless of age 

Cons:
  • Only operates during weekdays 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • DogHQ Day Care is a professional dog boarding provider in Auckland
  • Provides a safe environment for dogs to meet their socialisation and stimulation requirements
  • Offers overnight boarding, dog daycare, training, grooming, preschool programme and more 

The Dog Den

Base: Takapuna, Auckland  
Hours: Mon to Fri 6:30 am – 6:30 pm 
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website:  The Dog Den
Facebook Page: The Dog Den
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 486 0575
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Fantastic facility with loads of space for dogs to have fun
  • Kind, caring and experienced staff 
  • High-quality service with a genuine love for dogs 
 
Pros:
  • Competitive prices
  • Their services are available for all working paw parents around Takapuna, Devonport, Milford, Northcote and the NorthShore
 
Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • The Dog Den is a dog daycare facility based in Takapuna, Auckland
  • Aims to provide a trusted, safe and fun environment so that dogs could experience a better quality of life
  • Includes service for dog care, grooming, spa, puppy preschool and dog boarding 

Furry Babies Daycare

Base: East Tamaki, Auckland  
Hours: Mon to Fri 7 m – 6 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.8/5
Website:  Furry Babies Daycare
Facebook Page: Furry Babies Daycare
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 273 1604 
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Dogs are well looked after  
  • Has a clean and warm environment  
  • A trustworthy, knowledgeable and caring team   
  • Patient and accommodating to dogs   
 
Pros:
  • Offers convenient and affordable doggy daycare and boarding services to all breeds of dogs
  • Groups all dogs based on their behaviour and temperament
 
Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Furry Babies Daycare has a massive passion for animals and their welfare
  • They make sure that the pets under their care are treated as one of their own and given all the TLC they deserve
  • Provides services for dog boarding, dog grooming, dog training and cattery

Complete Canine Care

Base: Onehunga, Auckland  
Hours: Mon to Sun 7 am – 6:30 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.7/5
Website:  Complete Canine Care
Facebook Page: Complete Canine Care
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 215 8092 ​
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Trustworthy of pets   
  • Provides great socialisation and exercises   
  • Friendly and approachable staff   
  • Genuinely cares about the dogs.
 
Pros:
  • Has a great variety of services offered  
  • Operates daily 
 
Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Complete Canine Care is a dog daycare and boarding facility located in Onehunga, Auckland
  • A team of qualified and experienced staff in the animal care industry with certificates in Pet First Aid and Knowing Dogs 101
  • Accepts dog daycare, boutique boarding, off-leash adventures, training and grooming services

Kumeu Boarding Kennels

Base: Kumeu, North West Auckland
Hours: Mon to Sun 8 am – 10 am, 3 pm – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.7/5
Website:  Kumeu Boarding Kennels
Facebook Page: Kumeu Boarding Kennels
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 412 7665
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Takes good care of the dogs  
  • Carefully explains the process and how it all works 
  • The dogs come back clean, happy and relaxed
  • An excellent place for dogs to socialise ​
 
Pros:
  • Provides the owner with peace of mind, knowing that their dogs are in good hands 
 
Cons:
  • Does not allow owners to enter the dog facilities 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Kumeu Boarding Kennels is a pet accommodation and daycare service provider operating since 1996
  • Takes pride in their 14-acre park-like facility that is Council approved, safe and secure
  • Offers introductory visits, large grassed outdoor area for playing, socialisation exercises, bed options, meals and indoor accommodation
  • Offers hydrobath, nail cutting and cattery services 

Pets At Whitford Spa & Stay

Base: Whitford Road, Auckland 
Hours: Mon to Fri 7 am – 6 pm, Sat and Sun 8 am – 10 pm, 2 pm – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.6/5
Website:  Pets At Whitford Spa & Stay
Facebook Page: Pets At Whitford Spa & Stay
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 530 8860
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Provides a very spacious place for the doggies
  • Well worth the price 
  • Keeps the dog happy and well cared for 
 
Pros:
  • Hassle-free booking 
 
Cons:
  • Delays of email communication may occur
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Pets At Whitford Spa & Stay is owned by a qualified dog trainer and animal lover, making sure that all pets are healthy
  • Offers kennel & cattery services set in 10 acres of land in Whitford Road
  • Provides dog daycare, onsite grooming and dog training

Bethells Farmstay Boarding Kennels​

Base: Bethells Beach
Hours: Mon to Sun 9 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.6/5
Website: Bethells Farmstay Boarding Kennels
Facebook Page: Bethells Farmstay Boarding Kennels
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  ​09 810 8238
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Pampers the dogs 
  • Provides owner with photos of dogs for reassurance  
  • Ensures that dogs are always safe and happy 
  • Provides a classic, yet luxurious place for dogs 
 
Pros:
  • Provides a top-notch facility  
  • Caters all dogs regardless of their sizes

Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Bethells Farmstay Boarding Kennels​ is a dog boarding kennel based in the West Auckland region
  • They are situated on a five-acre property in the Waitakere Ranges where dogs of all sizes can enjoy and have fun
  • Provides home-cooked meals, lots of attention and safe accommodation to all boarding dogs
  • Offers dog daycare, drop-off and pick up services 

Petparks Boarding Kennels & Cattery

Base: Albany, Auckland 
Hours: Mon to Sun 9 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.8/5
Website:  Petparks Boarding Kennels & Cattery
Facebook Page: Petparks Boarding Kennels & Cattery
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 473 8622
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Dogs are well looked after
  • Accepts short and long term dog stay  
  • Provides one to one care  
  • Offers a discounted price after a length of stay  
  • Dogs come home healthy and happy

Pros:
  • Provides the necessities of dogs, including bedding, food and a loving environment
 
Cons:
  • None
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Petparks Boarding Kennels & Cattery provides boarding kennel services in Albany since 
  • Provides services for boarding kennel and cattery 

K9 Heaven

Base: Massey, Auckland
Hours: Mon to Sun 7 am – 6 pm
Google Review rating: 4.7/5
Website:  K9 Heaven
Facebook Page: K9 Heaven
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 833 1883
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Staff are amazing to deal with
  • Shows genuine care and support to the client and owner 
  • Assures owners of the safety of their dogs
 
Pros:
  • No hassle booking 
  • Operates daily 
 
Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • K9 Heaven is a stand-alone modern-day rural dog care establishment
  • Provides full social boarding and daycare services 
  • Accepts full dog grooming 

Airport Doggie Daycare & Kennels

Base: Mangere, Auckland
Hours: Mon to Fri 6:45 am – 6 pm, Sat and Sun 9 am – 11 am, 3:30 pm – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.7/5
Website:  Airport Doggie Daycare & Kennels
Facebook Page: Airport Doggie Daycare & Kennels
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  09 275 1212
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Staff shows genuine care for dogs 
  • Gives the owner confidence that their dogs are well taken care of
  • Friendly and lively surrounding 
  • Responds promptly to enquiries 
 
Pros:
  • Provides the best price to every service 
  • Located near Auckland Airport 
  • Accepts dogs with a special diet and on medication 
 
Cons:
  • None 
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Airport Doggie Daycare provides the original home-away-from-home for companion animals in a comfortable, indoor environment with access to an outside garden area and constant human companionship
  • Offers fantastic accommodation in their purpose-made, open plan facility
  • Provides overnight boarding, bathing, swimming and more 
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Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the dog boarding kennels listed on this page. Nightly and weekly rates will vary, and our pricing guide is for informational purposes only. 

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