Cage-Free, Always
No kennels. No cages. Your dog roams freely at a real farm property — because dogs weren't designed to be locked up. Ever.
4.9 on Google · 300+ reviews
Dog Boarding.
Your dog plays all day — and you never have to worry.
Cage-free stays at real farm locations across Melbourne. Daily photo updates so you feel connected. 24/7 care so you can actually relax.
🏡 Cage-free always
📸 Daily photo updates
🌙 24/7 care
📍 6 Melbourne locations
No credit card required to check availability · Replies in under an hour on WhatsApp
Silvan
Toolern Vale
Ferny Creek
Warrandyte
+ 2 more
Why Dogdayz
Why Melbourne Dog Owners Choose Dogdayz
6 reasons this isn't just any boarding kennel.
Daily Photo Updates
You'll get photos of your dog every single day. See Brooklyn chasing a ball. See Lucy sunbathing. You stay connected the whole time.
24/7 On-Site Care
Our hosts live on-site. If something happens at 2am, someone is there. Your dog is never left alone overnight in an empty facility.
Real Farm Locations
Open paddocks, natural grass, fresh air. Our 6 Melbourne properties give dogs the outdoor experience they were born for.
Small Groups Only
We limit numbers at every location so dogs get real attention — not just a spot in a crowd. Your dog is known by name, not kennel number.
300+ Five-Star Reviews
Melbourne dog owners have trusted us with their fur-family. A 4.9-star average across hundreds of reviews isn't luck — it's how we operate.
The process
How It Works
From enquiry to tail-wagging pickup — here's what to expect.
Check Availability
Choose your location and dates. See real availability — no waiting for a callback.
Meet Your Host
Quick intro visit at your chosen location so your dog can sniff around before committing.
Drop-Off Day
Bring your dog's usual food and bed. We handle everything else. Most dogs are playing within 20 minutes.
Daily Updates & Pickup
Enjoy daily photo updates while you're away. Pickup by arrangement, dog goes home happy and tired.
Check Availability for Your Dates
Free meet-and-greet included with every booking
Pricing
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No surprises. What you see is what you pay.
Dog Daycare
Full-day supervised play on the farm
From $45 / per day
- Full day supervised play
- Cage-free farm environment
- Mid-day photo update
- Off-leash paddock access
- Small group numbers
Most Popular
Overnight Boarding
Cage-free farm stay with the host family
From $65 / per night
- Cage-free 24/7 care
- Daily photo updates
- Sleeps inside with host family
- Tailored feeding to your schedule
- Host lives on-site
Extended Stay
7+ nights — ideal for longer trips
Ask Us / 7+ nights
- Weekly rate available
- Dedicated host for the full stay
- Video updates included
- Priority booking access
- Complimentary extra wash
Rates vary by location and dog size. Multi-dog households receive a discount.
Life at Dogdayz
Life at Dogdayz
Real dogs. Real farms. Real holidays.
A break in the sun — Toolern Vale
Daily cuddles
Jess in the field
Taking Floyd for a swim
Daycare at Warrandyte
Enjoying the sunshine
Fenn & friends in the orchard
A fluffy bunch
Happy Dalmatians
Shiraz on the lawn
Mia & Aubrey
Francis gets some help — Warrandyte
Reviews
What Melbourne Dog Owners Say
Real reviews from real dogs — and the people who love them.
★★★★★
"Brooklyn absolutely loves Dogdayz. We were nervous about leaving her the first time, but seeing the daily photos made us realise she was having the time of her life. She's a completely different dog — so happy and social now."
★★★★★
"Lucy used to get anxious when we travelled. After her first stay at Dogdayz she now runs to the car when she figures out where we're going. Seeing her in the daily updates, happy and free, is worth every cent."
★★★★★
"Charlie has been to Dogdayz four times now and every time it gets easier to drop him off — because we know he's in the best possible hands. Cage-free, farm, people who genuinely love dogs. Couldn't recommend more."
Our hosts
Meet Your Hosts
Dog lovers who live on-site. Your dog isn't left with staff — they're left with family.
David Ellis
Director · 25 years in dog boarding
"We've lived on this property our whole adult lives. Having dogs running across our paddock every day is our idea of a perfect life. Every dog that stays here is treated like one of our own."
· 200+ stays hosted
Our Team
Trained in animal care & canine first aid
"We have two dogs of our own and couldn't imagine them in a cage. That's why we do this — because we know how it feels to leave your dog and just want them somewhere they'll genuinely thrive."
· 150+ stays hosted
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Emma
Ferny Creek Host · since 2021
"Ferny Creek is a special place — quiet, forested, and with space for dogs to truly decompress. I send photos every afternoon so owners never have to wonder if their dog is okay. They always are."
· 120+ stays hosted
Our Melbourne Locations
Silvan
Yarra Valley Ranges · 40 min from CBD
Toolern Vale
Melton area · Western Melbourne
Ferny Creek
Dandenong Ranges · SE Melbourne
Warrandyte
Manningham · NE Melbourne
Location 5
TBC
Location 6
TBC
FAQ
Common Questions
Everything a first-time boarder wants to know before they book.
Is my dog always cage-free, even at night?
Yes — always. Hosts live on-site, dogs sleep inside the family home. Cage-free applies around the clock.
What vaccinations does my dog need?
C5 vaccination required (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Bordetella). Proof of vaccination needed before first stay.
What if my dog gets sick or injured?
Hosts trained in canine first aid. Clear emergency protocol. We contact you immediately. Vet relationship at every location.
What should I bring?
Dog's usual food portioned into daily bags, collar and lead, something that smells like home (blanket/toy). Full packing list sent with booking confirmation.
My dog is nervous around other dogs — can they still stay?
Yes, possibly. Start with a daycare trial visit. Small group numbers. Hosts experienced at dog behaviour and introductions.
Ready to Book Your Dog's Holiday?
Cage-free farm stays across 6 Melbourne locations. Daily photo updates. 24/7 care. Book online or ask us anything on WhatsApp.
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