Frequently Asked Questions
Below we have answered the most common questions our visitors ask. Please contact us if you find your question has not been answered on this page.
General Questions
Do you have a minimum stay during peak periods?
Yes, for Easter bookings there is a 5 day minimum for boarding and for Christmas and New Years there is a 10 day minimum for boarding for both Dogs and Cats
What is the daily charge to board my pet?
See the Prices Page for current prices
How are boarding charges calculated?
Daily charges are calculated as follows.
Our charges are for per Pet / Per Day ( regardless of what time your Pet arrives or departs )
What are your business hours?
We are open 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, and we are open from 8:30am to 3:00pm on Saturday.
We are closed on ALL Public Holidays
We are open on Sundays between the hours of 4pm and 5pm for collection of your pet and drop offs.
Our popular Pet Taxi Service does not operate on weekends
Do you require a deposit?
A non-refundable booking fee is required for ALL bookings over Easter, Christmas, New Years and during the School Holidays
Please refer to our terms and conditions emailed to you upon booking for further information, or feel free to ask one of our friendly staff.
Will my dog be warm?
Yes all our kennels are indoors, and insulated, they provide a comfortable environment for your pet warm in winter and cool in summer
My dog is spoilt, will it be lonely?
No. Your pet will get plenty of interaction with other dogs and kennel staff who routinely monitor your pet throughout the day.
We also have luxury suites and a Private Villa complete with TV, Foxtel, couches and furnishings for those pets who live and breathe the luxury lifestyle – please feel free to ask one of our staff for a quote.
My dog is a fussy eater, what do you feed them?
- Royal Canin Premium Dry Food in the morning and night or as directed by the Pets’ owner
- Biscuits or liver treat snacks after PLAYTIME
We can also cater to the fussiest of eaters with many different foods and flavours to ensure their health and well being is being kept at our high standards.
Are the pens big enough?
Yes all our pens are legally big enough for two dogs to stay in, and we have many large exercise yards too.
My dog is very friendly, can it board with a friend?
We can only mix two dogs if the owners consent and the two dogs are compatible. Under no circumstances will more than two dogs be boarded together because of Victorian State Government boarding regulations.
What vaccinations will my dog require?
We require a C5 vaccination, which covers Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvo Virus and Canine Cough. The vaccination must be current within the last 12 months.
Will my cat be on its own? I have seen catteries where 10-15 cats share a common pen.
Yes, if you have one cat. Cats from different households are never mixed, however two cats from the same family can share the same pen.
What do you feed cats?
For cats we have quality brand named tinned foods and Royal Canin premium quality dry food.
For the really fussy eaters, we have many varieties of food available
What vaccinations should my cat have?
F3 or F4. Your vet will advise you on levels of vaccinations.
Can my dog be trained while boarding?
Will my dog obey me when it comes home?
Yes. During the stay, we will train your dog thoroughly, and during the hand-over lesson we make sure you know how to control the dog.
My dog has been trained, can he have Refresher Training during boarding.
I have been trying to train my dog with no success, can you help?
I will be leaving for my holiday early in the morning, how can I get my pet to the Kennel?
Easy. Our popular pickup and delivery service will solve the problem. This service is available Monday to Friday 6:00-8:00am. We are always on time.
What happens if my pet gets sick during the stay?
We prefer to use your vet, but if distance or time becomes an issue we have access to several 24 hour vets close by should an emergency arise.
Have a Different Question?
Email us anytime
Or call — (03) 9722 1202
“I can’t thank Scott and Tanya and diamond and the rest of the staff enough for the service they gave to my family and my dog. Would recommend homestead at a drop of of a hat. The service was perfect from start to finish and the the condition of my dog was exceptional when I picked him up. Big thank you to homestead for all the work they put into my dog”
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