Kip Melbourne West
Formerly Vern Ryan's Pet Resort
melbournewest@kip.com.au
Tel: (03) 5369 5236
Dog boarding
Cat boarding
Door to door Transport
Kip boasts expansive green grounds with plenty of room to run, play and relax! Let your pets enjoy our comfortable rooms with indoor and outdoor sections, and enjoy bushwalks in the gorgeous countryside of rural Melbourne.
Reception Opening Hours
Servicing the City with Door-To-Door Transport!
Come check us out and tour the facilities!
Pricing Comparison
Room Pricing
We've got options to make your pets' stay comfortable!
Additional Services
For Dogs
We have a range of additional services you can add to your dog’s stay to ensure they have the best possible stay with us.
See what our guests think
Rebecca Murphy
This was our 11 month old dogs 1st time away from home and he handled it really well. and he has returned better trained, isn't nipping anymore. highly recc Kip and will def use their service again (not my dog in pic hahhaha )
Shane Wilson
Will definitely recommend Kip Melbourne West to friends who are looking for boarding. I've never used boarding before after having my pup, Rufus, for 10 years. The employee who I first met was extremely nice and welcoming, which made me feel a lot more comfortable when dropping off my Rufus! Daily updates of Rufus, playing with other dogs, also made the experience so much better!
Mark Nethersole
I’ve used Kip a few times, Bacchus Marsh and Mornington. This last experience (Marsh) was my favourite or I should say my standard poodles favourite time. I could tell from the daily updates pics that she was enjoying herself…..Which of course makes us enjoy our vacay even more.
Hope Pruitt
I hands down recommend Kip Melbourne West to all pet parents that need a safe place to go while you’re away! As a first time dog mom I was very nervous and anxious to leave my boy, let alone for a week with strangers. The moment I dropped him off the staff did an amazing job at easing my nerves, I had a picture update of him smiling an hour after I left! With updates daily to see him smiling and happy the weight was off my shoulders worrying about my boy. The care and kindness the staff here radiate is unbeatable and my Nash will definitely be returning next holiday!
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 for dog boarding Melbourne, 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.
We know there’s nowhere as special as home.
That’s why we give you the flexibility to adjust your pet's accommodation and services to best suit their needs.
Meet the Manager
Bec Froy
Boarding & Daycare Manager
Bec has been a crucial part of the Kip family for a number of years, taking care of Kip Bayside and Melbourne West. She brings a wealth of experience to the team, making her the perfect choice to lead the team and care for every dog that walks through our doors.
How It Works
Step 1: Choose Date
Request your boarding stay and complete your pet’s profile, including details such as your pets' vaccinations and any medication they need.
Step 2: Start Your Stay
Drop off your dog during reception hours. If you’ve selected transport, we’ll pick them up right from your door in the morning.
Step 3: Welcome & Health Check
Your dog gets settled in for their holiday, and staff gives them a health check.
Step 4: Enjoy Regular Updates to your Phone
Enjoy regular photo and/or video updates right to your phone throughout their stay.
Step 5: Get that Fresh Wash Feeling
Receive a complimentary hydro-bath before going home for stays longer than 2 days.
Step 6: Home Time!
Pick them up during reception hours, or if you’ve selected transport, we’ll drop them at your door.
Has your pet been pawing to stay at a pet retreat?
What you need to know about your visit
As pet pawrents ourselves, we know that leaving your pet for the first time can be stressful! Every trip to Kip includes your own room, 1-on-1 playtime with our staff, daily photo and video updates, and premium kibble meals, and we encourage pet parents to come visit the accommodation before the trip. Whether your dog loves running in our grassy yards, or your cat loves lounging in the sun, we’re sure your pet will have the best time!
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
DOG BOARDING
Are you needing overnight care for your dog?
Keeping your four-legged friend happy, comfortable and safe is what pet boarding with us is all about. Every Kip trip comes with cosy rooms, premium meals, and extras that are sure to entertain even the fussiest pets.
How We Do Things
Safe & Fun
We have lots of fun together, but balance is key, which is why we tailor our services to meet your pet’s needs.
Passionate Team
With an in-house vet and decades of industry experience, our team of highly trained pet carers (and pet lovers) will ensure your pet is in the safest hands.
Regular Updates
Leaving your pup can be stressful, so we deliver regular updates (or pup-dates) right to your phone, so you know they’re having fun!
FAQs
Does my pet need to be vaccinated?
Does my pet need to be desexed?
Can you pick up my pet? When will the pet van come?
Can I tour the facilities?
My pet needs medication! Can you administer it?
My dog is a picky eater! Can I bring my own food?
