Christchurch Dog Boarding: Kennels That Feel Like Home

If you’re a dog parent in Christchurch searching for a place for your pooch to stay while you’re away, you’ve come to the right place! At Everything Dog, we’re so much more than a dog-sitting service where you can leave your dog for a few days. We pride ourselves on being a second home for your dog – a place where their physical and emotional wellbeing is a priority.

From expert care, to enriching playtime and a comfortable space to rest, the Everything Dog kennels deliver a premium boarding experience unlike anything else you’ll find in Christchurch.

Let’s chat about what makes us different.

A Zero-Stress Approach to Dog Boarding

At Everything Dog, we’ve created an environment of safety, comfort, enrichment and play for every dog and this will be evident from your pup’s very first visit with us – which, by the way, isn’t when you drop them off for the first time. Before we even get to that point, we’ll get you to bring your pooch in for an assessment and familiarisation visit. This allows us to get to know your dog and their unique character, any likes and dislikes, their socialisation history as well as any dietary preferences. 

To help build their familiarity with the new environment, we’ll also take them out into our spaces to see how they interact with our different areas and other dogs, making sure they’re happy, comfortable and ready for when you head away. 

It’s also important to stress that this assessment and visit is not a test – it just gives us personalised insights into their temperament so we can pair them with friends who suit their personality best, and provide a tailored experience that feels like a holiday of their very own.

Please note there is a small fee for the assessment and familiarisation visit.

Reasons to choose Everything Dog for your Dog’s Kennel Stay

We know how important it is to create a space that feels like home for your dog while you’re away. That’s why our facilities are designed with comfort and security in mind, providing a range of comforts for big dogs and small dogs who are boarding with us:

• • Climate-Controlled Rest Runs: Every dog gets their own spacious, climate-controlled rest run fitted with a super comfy bed. This gives them the perfect balance of both privacy and supervision as our staff keep tabs on your pooch and provide any support they may need while they relax.
  • Overnight Supervision: We’re very attentive hosts! While your pooch is boarding with us, they’ll have 24/7 access to support (and love!) from our staff. Overnight, we’ll keep a close eye on all the dogs in our care, checking on them regularly to see if they need some extra cuddles, reassurance or blankets. 
  • Nutritious Food:
    At Everything Dog, we’re huge advocates for a raw food diet and the numerous health benefits it has for our dogs. In fact, we have our very own line of locally sourced and produced raw food, offering complete nutrition from a variety of protein sources. However, we also stock a range of top quality dry kibble if your dog prefers this. We’re happy to provide food for a small extra daily charge, ensuring your dog receives the best of the best while they’re with us.
  • Our Tailored Christchurch Dog Daycare Experience
    One of the standout features of Everything Dog is our tailored daycare options with two distinct types of care to suit all social needs. For dogs who thrive in the company of large groups of other dogs (AKA our ‘Woofers’ groups), daycare is focused on fostering positive group behaviour in a safe, fully supervised environment. With both indoor and outdoor enrichment activities, your dog can enjoy a fun-filled day designed to enhance all facets of their wellbeing.
    For dogs who find group settings overwhelming or who need a more individualised attention, Everything Dog offers a specialised daycare programme for a small additional hourly fee. This version of dog daycare provides individual rest areas, toilet spaces, and 1:1 time with our specialised staff. These dogs benefit from mental and physical stimulation through carefully supervised playtime and indoor/outdoor enrichment centered around their unique needs – whether they prefer the company of other dogs or humans.
  • Lots of playtime in our purpose-build enrichment zones
    At Everything Dog, we’re lucky to have large indoor and outdoor spaces with plenty of room to run, play, jump and rest. Our team set up daily enrichment activities that encourage your dog to not only exercise, but also engage all of their senses to investigate and discover.

How to Book Your Dog’s Christchurch Boarding Kennel Stay

Booking your dog’s stay with us is simple, and we recommend planning well in advance since spots fill quickly! Here’s how to get started:

1. Contact Us:  We’re always excited to hear from you! To book in for dog boarding kennels for the first time (or our dog daycare experience here in Christchurch), please use our online contact form or email us today on info@everythingdog.co.nz 

2. Schedule an Assessment & Familiarization Visit:  Once you’ve enquired, we’ll be in touch to book in your dog’s assessment and familiarisation visit. Once we have familiarised them with our environment and assessed which of our social groups will suit them best, we can book their first visit or stay.

Why Board your Dog at Everything Dog?

Here at Everything Dog, we pride ourselves on being so much more than just a place to drop your dog off. Ours is a space where your dog’s well-being is front and centre. Our Dog Daycare and Dog Boarding Kennels are just a short drive from Christchurch Airport, and are frequently recommended as one of the best dog boarding kennels in the area.

Ready to experience the Everything Dog difference? Get in touch today! 

Our kennels are available on weekends and during all public school holidays.