A cage-free dog homestay on a deer-fenced rural property at Tarras, just off the Red Bridge near Wanaka. Dogs live in and around the house and roam the fenced grounds rather than staying in kennels, so it suits sociable dogs that don't need to be kept apart from others. Overnight homestays are $45 a night, with weekday daycare also available.
A purpose-built retreat in Cromwell, boarding since 2008 with underfloor-heated kennels and a deliberate cap of 20 dogs and 15 cats so it never feels crowded. Nightly rates run by size from toy breeds through to giant breeds, with premium diets fed as standard and medication administered on request. Family pets sharing a space receive a 5% discount.
Boarding and doggy daycare run from the Remarkable Vets clinic on Malaghans Road in Arrowtown, opposite Millbrook, with fully fenced paddocks for exercise. Having veterinary staff on site is reassuring for senior dogs or those needing medication during a stay. Every boarder first completes a short weekday introductory day, and no peak-season surcharge is charged.
