Lyndon Park is an absolutely beautiful place to keep your dog feeling happy and healthy while…read moreyou're off on a holiday. Located in a beautiful green spot that backs onto the river the dogs are very well looked after. The staff are attentive and friendly and do a lot to make sure the dogs have a lot of social time. There is also a vet that visits regularly as well as a groomer so you can have your dog trimmed and looking pretty on your return. On hot days there are little doggy pools for the pups to stay cool in and trips down to the Yarra at the back of Lyndon Park are not uncommon. There is also a fire plan in place in case bush fires occur in the area. Lyndon Park is a lovely kennel where you know your dogs will be looked after with love and kindness.

We took our beloved dog on a once off stay at Warrandyte whilst on holidays. During his stay we…read moregot a phone call advising our dog had been injured without explanation. Upon picking him up our dog was injured with a large piece of skin missing and red raw. NO explanation, NO apology, instead stating that "things happen!" An absolute shocking place to stay. I believe our dog was mistreated. If you love your dogs please DO NOT use these kennels. The owner was an arrogant pig of a man that could not care less for your animals!!

NB: This review was based on the previous owners…read more Very, very, very popular store for dog grooming. So popular in fact that you need to book a month in advance at least, more during peak periods like Christmas. If you do manage to get a booking, you will be impressed by how clean and fluffy your pooch looks when you pick him up. The trade mark bandanna around his neck is also a cute touch. If you need to leave Fido there for the day after he has been groomed, there is no problem as there is a dog minding service for just such an occasion - capacity is limited though so you will need to book ahead. Murphy's also sells high end dog food, bedding, collars, treats and toys.

Love Murphy's Paw. Excellent staff, excellent service. Just not a fan of the 4-6 week waiting list!…read more My little Lucy always comes out looking, feeling and smelling like a little fur-angel. The cute little add-ons, such as free bandana or pretty pink bows on her ears is a really sweet touch. Highly recommend... also the day care service is awesome, they have a little play room for your fuzz babies... so you can drop off in the morning and pick up in the afternoon. x

This place is a pet lovers dream because they sell everything from dog food to clothing which…read moremakes walking out without having a snoop around very difficult. They're proximity to Edinburgh Gardens is very convenient especially when they become really mucky like mine did one morning. A quick phone call and stroll over to Pet Art solved this and 3 hours later Trevor and Jackie were wonderfully clean and smelling decent again. My pups have been coming here for almost 2 years, in that time I've tried others but I always come back to Pet Art as they have proven to be the best!

Every thing your dog could want, and not want, all under one roof. They have complete grooming…read morefacilities to wash, clip, snip and trim any breed of dog.

This vet was recommended to me by a friend after we got our puppy. I have to admit that I'm glad…read morethat I've picked these guys. First of all, it's in a great location, just past Malvern Central Shopping Centre (towards Glen Ferrie Rd) so it's easy to find, and they have their own parking in the back behind their building. You have to be careful to not miss it though because it is an old house with a sign out the front. The reception staff and nurses are very friendly and personable. They absolutely love their job and it shows. I've only met one of the vets but I'm sure both are friendly and know their job well. They also sell lots of good products like dry food, wet food, treats for your pets, toys, leads, collars and pet beds! It's like a mini emporium in there. They are open extended hours to suit the needs of everyone as well! If you're in the market for a vet and this place is in your area definitely have a look!

We've used Pawsitive, both for short and long stays, over many years for our Bichon, Sally. We…read morenever think of leaving her anywhere else. Fred and Linda are dog crazy in the best way. They love dogs and treat them accordingly. In every aspect of care and treatment, Pawsitive not only caters for each dog's needs, but they know as well what each dog requires to be content and happy, especially while being without their owners. It's lovely knowing Sally really is treated like a part of Fred and Linda's family - pampered, cared for, loved. Look, if you love your dog (and of course you do), and you need to be away, you probably also want to feel guilt-free, knowing your little furry friend is in the best hands. If so, it's Pawsitive - bliss for dogs and their owners. Best wishes, Michael

When we decided it was time to get a faithful hound, my little lady and I headed out to Coldstream…read moreand checked out Animal Aid. After looking at the website, in which they have set up 'facebook like' pages for each of the dogs up for adoption, we had decided on a dog to save, and went to meet it in person. They have lovely staff here, and its clear they love all the animals that come through. We met a heap of dogs, and as hard as it is to decide, we chose a dog that we thought we'd like to have some 'one on one" time with. Here the staff let you take the dog for a short walk around and you get to say hello without the fence in the way. It was then that we found out how things work. We weren't allowed to meet the dog, as it had 3 people who had put it "on hold" over the Internet. It seems people shop for animals online now, and you can 'hold' a dog until you get the time to come and meet it, rendering anyone else who is keen out of the running to adopt it. Although I definitely recommend adopting over buying a dog from a store, I suggest you get online and 'hold' any dog you like the look of before heading to the Animal Aid and avoid disappointment.

This is a local shelter that does a great job rescuing animals and finding them new homes…read more My girlfriend does volunteer work here as they rely heavily upon community help to survive. We also donate dog treats and old blankets when they need them. Please look here when you are looking for your next pet

This place opened only recently and safe to say our dog hates it but we love it. It has a DIY dog…read morewash station, which has been a godsend for us. Our dog is a big boxer and trying to wash him at home is super difficult. He either jumps out of the bath or runs away from the hose in the backyard, either way it is a total pain in the you-know-where. The Happy Pet Company has a bath with nice high sides and plenty of washing settings in the hose. It is operated with coins so make sure to bring plenty of gold. It generally costs us around $8 to give him a thorough scrubbing and about $5 for a lazy wash. The shop itself also sells dog treats, dog food, toys and bedding. They offer dog washing and grooming as well but this is a little expensive for my budget. Be careful if you come here with a big dog as there are often dogs all over the place. Our dog loves 'socialising' with other dogs but sadly others don't like being pinned to the floor with a big paw. For this reason I always go early in the morning to avoid the crowds.

This place is just great. I found on each occasion I've been the staff to be highly knowledgeable…read moreand helpful. They keep a record of what food you buy your dog and because of their advice his skin condition has completely vanished, his coat is shinier and he is just a happier little dude. I'm so happy they were able to help in a natural way :-) I found the prices to be competitive and fair also with a great range of natural treats. Plus they don't get upset when your dog pees on the floor... thanks guys!

The first thing that made us suspect these guys are good, is that their 'about us' page on their…read morewebsite includes details of the pets the staff here have at home. It's personable; approachable; human. We'd been using a competing vet on Lygon Street and found them to be less so, and constantly pushing expensive insurance plans whilst giving hypochondriacal diagnoses. So we changed vets and gave Fitzroy Veterinary Clinic a chance. First impressions? It's busy. Busy and efficient. The crowd dispersed after a few minutes but it gave us a chance to see what it's like here when they're under pressure, and it was a relaxed environment. There's a dog side and a cat side to this place, and decorated accordingly. Our own little fur-ball doesn't travel well and gets a bit nervous in new places, but this was as good as we could hope for, given our in-and-out 'check up' we were there for. We were kept waiting for half an hour beyond our allotted time, but I suspect we arrived at the tail-end of a particularly busy period. Before long, we'd completed the forms and were ushered in to see a very friendly, plain-speaking vet who never once attempted to sign us up to an insurance plan, or push anything other than an honest verdict on how little Samson was doing. And he's doing just fine. We left really satisfied with the experience and confident we made the right change.

The team at Fitzroy Vet Clinic are super-nice, always seem to run on time, and give you all the…read moretime you need to ask questions about your pet. We even found a stray kitten there when we were looking to adopt, and they handled everything. There's even a boarding house connected for when we have to go away and leave our beloved cat for a few days. Doesn't get better that this!