If you're boarding a dog or cat in Brisbane this Christmas, one date comes first: Coltrandi Pet Specialists in Gumdale wants its $100-per-pet Christmas booking fee by 31 October. For everyone else, here's what the 8 Brisbane providers we track publish.
What dog boarding costs in Brisbane
Of the 8 Brisbane kennels we track, 7 publish a standard rate. The lowest rates run from $40 to $63 per dog per day, with a median of about $52, a little below Sydney and close to Melbourne. See the full table on Brisbane dog boarding prices.
Cats cost less: the 6 Brisbane catteries that publish a rate start from $27.50 to $33 a day, median about $32. Compare them on Brisbane cat boarding prices.
Christmas minimum stays and fees
- 7-day minimum charge and a Christmas rate across Christmas and New Year at Pet Resorts Australia's Gumdale, Narangba and Samford resorts.
- 10-day minimum over Christmas at The Links Pet Centre in Goodna (5 days over Easter).
- Per calendar day: Coltrandi charges from the day of entry to the day of departure, inclusive.
- Holiday surcharge at AAA Pet Resort in Moggill.
Deposits
Pet Resorts Australia takes a 25% non-refundable booking confirmation fee on all bookings. Coltrandi charges a $100 booking fee per pet, with the Christmas fee due by 31 October. The others don't publish deposit terms, so ask before you pay.
None of the 8 has published Christmas availability yet. The Brisbane Christmas 2026 tracker is updated weekly.
How to book without the stress
- Call before you book flights. Confirm your dates are available first.
- Check vaccinations early. Most kennels ask for C5 for dogs and F3 for cats, often 10–14 days before arrival.
- Read the deposit terms and ask about waiting lists and cancellations.
- Have a plan B. If kennels are full, a pet sitter may be the better fit.
For a step-by-step list, use the Christmas boarding checklist. Travelling elsewhere? Read our Melbourne and Sydney guides.
Packing for their stay
A familiar bed or blanket, their usual food and a favourite toy can help them settle in. Browse The Journey for carriers and travel gear, or The Sanctuary for beds and blankets that smell like home.
Prices and rules are copied from providers' own websites as of 23 October 2026 and can change. Always confirm with the provider before booking.