This is Donut Dogz.

Dog Sitting on the Northern Rivers near Byron Bay.

Dough Way?!

Founded by Kristy Van Den Houten

I am a doggo lover (handy!) and Special Education Teacher.

I created Donut Dogz as I LOVE dogs (and donuts), I have owned a dog (RIP Tyson boy) and have played, tummy scratched and cuddled a bazillion in my lifetime, so I’m excited to offer a variety of dog services to you and your pet.

Dogs, foofys, doggos, puppos, fluffballs are the best pals to have.

Prices

  • 1 to 3 nights is $90 per night.

    4 or more nights is $80 per night.

  • $100 per night. Contact me to discuss rates for extended bookings.

  • If you own a puppy a surcharge of $10 per night will apply.

    *I do not offer 1:1 constant care

  • 1:1 Dog Walking $60 for a 45 min walk,including pick-up.

    2 Dogs, from the same household, $70 for a 45 min walk including pick-up.

    2 Dogs from different families (must be a social and friendly pet) $40 per dog for a 45 minute walk, including pick-up.

    Contact me via the enquiry page to discuss availability.

  • 45 minute check-in for your doggy, to feed, cuddle and scratch.

    Ballina to Lennox Head - $40

    Byron Bay - $50

*No minimum nights stay

*If you are north of Byron Bay a $10 surcharge per night may apply

*If you need to cancel your booking please do so by 12pm, 2 days prior to the arrival date or deposits will be non-refundable

*I will arrive between 3-4pm on the first day of your booking and depart at 10am to 11 am at the conclusion of the dog sit . If your dog requires care until you arrive home, and it is outside of these hours, a surcharge of $40 may apply

*A Meet and Greet is essential before finalising the booking to ensure we are a ‘good’ fit

*Dog information form & a deposit must be paid prior to arrival

  • East Ballina

  • Ballina

  • Cumbalum

  • Bangalow

  • Newrybar

  • Byron Bay

  • Suffolk Park

  • Broken Head

  • Lennox Head

  • Skennars Head

Areas of Service

  • Tintenbar

  • Fernleigh

  • Alstonville

  • If you require service outside of the mentioned areas, please get in contact. Not all areas have been listed.

Donut Dogz helps you by

  • Minding and caring for your dog/s in your own home. This supports your pets by following their familiar routines, as well as easing their anxiety as they get to stay in their comfy environment. Plus, daily tasks such as: watering plants, putting the bins out and collecting mail where needed.

  • A meet and greet prior to your first booking to ensure you are comfortable as pet owners and if your dog/s are at ease with me.

  • Walking your dog/s 1 or 2 times daily.

  • Playing, cuddling and giving your pooch lots of tummy scratches and attention.

  • Administering medication via food. No pill dropping.

  • Sending daily photos or videos via text or DMs.

  • Brushing your dog’s fur weekly where needed.

  • Giving you flexibility with departure and arrival times for your getaway, as you do not need to organise pick up and drop off as you would with a pet kennel or resort.

I will be very respectful during my stay by not allowing guests to visit and will care for your belongings and home space. I have a Working with Children Check as evidence of no prior convictions.

Testimonials

"Thank you so much Kristy! It's been such a gift to be able to go away and know my precious pooches are safe and cared for! They're very very calm, which I know means they've been well treasured!"

briana, Past Client

“Kristy took such great care of Peaches that she did not want to leave her side. It made going away easier knowing she was at home and cared for. Kristy has a great love for all dogs and I couldn't recommend Donut Dogz highly enough”

Alana, Past Client

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