Abbeyvale lodge is recognised as one of the finest boarding facilities in Western Australia and was first established in 1993.  We have both been brought up with dogs all of our lives and had the experience of the boarding industry with our parents.

Our goal is to provide a safe, clean, comfortable and happy environment for your best friend.

At Abbeyvale Lodge, boarding is our only business. Your pets are important to us and the only reason we exist in this business.  We know your pet is important to you and the selection of a temporary home is not taken lightly. We know we cannot replace you, but we are always here when you need us and we can provide a comfortable and caring atmosphere to alleviate any anxiety your pet may have.

 

About Diane and Craig

At Abbeyvale Lodge, caring for dogs isn’t just our profession—it’s our passion and our way of life.

Diane

Diane was raised in the beautiful country town of Mt Barker, Western Australia, where she grew up surrounded by animals on the family farm. From a young age, sheepdogs were her constant companions, and her love and respect for dogs has only grown stronger over the years.

After leaving school, Diane explored careers in beauty therapy and real estate before discovering her true calling — working with dogs. Today, she finds nothing more rewarding than caring for, training and enriching the lives of every dog.

Whether she’s helping a nervous guest settle in, giving baths and pampering sessions, or working on basic training and confidence building, Diane believes every dog deserves patience, kindness and understanding.

“We both love dogs. We believe they understand far more than people give them credit for. We talk to them throughout the day, and if one of our guests seems to be missing Mum or Dad, I’ll often sit with them, give them a cuddle and even sing to them. I’m certainly no Mariah Carey, but thankfully the dogs don’t seem to mind!”
— Diane

Craig

Craig grew up in Wales, where his family owned and operated boarding kennels. Caring for dogs has always been a part of his life, giving him decades of practical experience in understanding their needs and behaviour.

Before joining Diane, Craig worked as a boilermaker. Today, those skills help ensure every kennel, gate and piece of steelwork is maintained to the highest standard, creating a safe and dog-friendly environment for every guest.

Craig is passionate about providing dogs with a secure, comfortable place to stay and enjoys seeing each guest settle in and feel at home.

“Dogs have always been good mates to me. Their loyalty is something I truly respect. Looking after them never feels like work—it’s something I genuinely enjoy every single day.”
— Craig

 

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday : 9am – 11am , 4pm – 6 pm
Saturday: 4pm – 6pm, Sunday: 5pm – 6pm for collection of pets

By Appointment also available for customers needing other times we will try to accommodate within reason.
We welcome appointments to inspect our facility.

 

Location

Abbeyvale Lodge is situated 30kms south of Perth, Western Australia at Lot 38, 17 Passmore Street, Southern River