Dog Boarding in Yarra Valley
A natural surrounds pet boarding facility in the peaceful Yarra Valley
Explore Rooms & Book →At Yarra Valley Pet Resort, we know your dog is family.
That’s why our dog boarding in the Yarra Valley provides more than just a place to stay, it’s a safe, loving environment where tails wag, and every guest is treated with genuine care. Located in Badger Creek, near Healesville and Lilydale, our boarding kennels are designed to give dogs of all sizes a holiday filled with comfort, play and companionship.
Whether you choose our fully climate-controlled deluxe suites or our spacious standard accommodation, your dog will enjoy a raised individual stretcher bed, cosy blankets, and plenty of pats and cuddles from our caring team. With outdoor exercise areas shaded by trees and sails, plus optional nature walks and interactive playtime, your pup will feel happy, secure and right at home.
Highly Rated by Local Pet Owners
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A Country Escape with Dog Boarding in the Yarra Valley Ranges
Countless Outdoor Play Yards
With over 20 outdoor play yards across our 18-acre Yarra Valley pet boarding property, dogs can enjoy everything from lush grassy spaces for active play to shaded yards with sun sails for calmer, gentle time outdoors.
Fresh Country Air
Located in the peaceful Yarra Ranges near Healesville and Lilydale, our dog boarding offers a true escape from the noise of everyday life, where fresh country air and open space help dogs feel calm, relaxed, and at ease.
Unique Nature Walks
For dogs who love to explore, our optional nature walks offer a sensory-rich experience around our beautiful property. From wandering past the dam to sniffing through native Australian bushland, it’s enrichment your dog will truly enjoy.
What Our Customers Say
"The Yarra Valley Pet Resort team were amazing in their care of our furbabies. We used both their boarding and wedding chaperone service and couldn’t recommend them more. The team were super communicative in the lead-up to the big day and took the time to ask for all the right details, which gave us so much confidence. They were also incredibly warm and friendly and handled our overactive, anxious pups with such care and kindness. Our pups arrived at the wedding beautifully groomed and dressed in their wedding outfits, which absolutely made our day. We felt completely at ease knowing they were in such good hands and are so grateful to the team for taking such wonderful care of them."
Carina Lai
January 2026
"Yarra valley has taken care of our dogs Akira and Manny like their own and diligently posted photos of playtime and their health parameters on the pet portal and also very patiently answered our daily calls to them! Their regular updates and the fact that they weigh pets every alternate day gives me great confidence that they're being well taken care of. Our pups also came back smelling great and feeling soft after a bath just the day before we had to pick them up. They always come back happy and looking healthy from yarra valley pet resort"
Priya Laxman
January 2025
"I had Tess & Cliff stay at YVPR over the Christmas period. I cannot speak highly enough of the service and care my dogs had. When I picked my dogs up they came back looking healthy and happy.The staff were so friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend YVPR."
Paddy Leonard
January 2026
"Precious cats first experience (due to last minute travel plans) was wonderful. She had the best time and came home less anxious than her previous place. Everyone was soo warm and loved taking care of her. The daily affection/ playtime was worth including in the boarding services. Would totally recommend YVPR for your pets stay."
Easwari Thiagarajah
January 2026
"We had a great experience with Yarra Valley Pet Resort. Woody was clearly well cared for and returned home happy and relaxed. The delivery service was seamless and efficient, and every staff member we dealt with on the phone or in person was welcoming and friendly."
Emily Thursfield
January 2026
Dog Boarding FAQ's
All dogs must have a current C5 vaccination. Vaccinations must be given at least 14 days prior to boarding. A vaccination certificate is required at check-in. Puppies must be at least 18 weeks old and 2 weeks post-final vaccination before boarding.
Yes, a current microchip number must be provided. Entire female dogs in heat will either be moved to private accommodation (with additional fees) or must be collected by the owner.
Dogs enjoy daily exercise in our secure grassed runs. Extra playtimes or nature walks can be booked.
Yes, every dog gets a complimentary hydrobath before departure.
Yes, food may be supplied by owners, but it must be clearly labelled and pre-portioned into daily servings. Storage fees may apply.
We are able to administer medication as required. Please bring all medication clearly labelled with instructions.
