Select the Best Care with Tallowood Boarding Lodge
The finest pet boarding facilities on the Mid North Coast of NSW
Explore Rooms & Book →Welcome to Tallowood Boarding Lodge, your trusted home-away-from-home for pets in Port Macquarie, NSW.
Conveniently located just 2km off the Pacific Highway on Lake Innes Drive, we’re the closest pet boarding facility to Port Macquarie—perfect for local families and travellers alike. Whether you’re on a long trip between Sydney, Coffs Harbour, and Brisbane, or simply need quality pet accommodation while you’re away, Tallowood is a convenient stop for your furry family.
Sitting on 25 acres of tree-lined grounds, our purpose-built dog boarding kennels and modern cattery are the newest and finest pet boarding facilities on the Mid-North Coast of NSW. With spacious, secure enclosures, attentive staff, and a peaceful setting, we make sure every pet feels safe, loved, and cared for. At Tallowood, we understand pets are family—and we’re here to give them a happy holiday while you enjoy yours.
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What Our Customers Say
283 Google Reviews
"The staff at Tallowood were very kind and accommodating. We wanted to be close to our Fur Boy and decided to bring him along on the trip, knowing are well that we couldn't have him stay with us, we wanted to be close. We decided to have him stay in Tallowood. I only have praise for the team, from the introduction to the departure, we felt the warmth from the team. The friendly advice to the invitation to return, 5 Stars! Highly recommended."
Feras Batta
February 2026
"Over the past 12 years we have used Tallowood for both long stay (3 dogs for 6 months) and short trips / weekends away. The dogs are always cared for and love being there just as much as they love coming home. The staff are awesome and always welcoming to the dogs. We, unfortunately had to board the hounds elsewhere once and it was only then that we REALLY appreciated what is offered by Kay, Flick and the crew. The dogs always come back healthy and clean. I would, and don't, have any hesitation in referring others to Tallowood. Well done and thank you for always looking after the hounds (and us)."
Greg Maraun
August 2025
"My dog and two cats absolutely loved their recent nearly three week stay. They received lots of love and cuddles, made new friends and came home happy and healthy. My dog slept for days because she had had so much fun playing with friends. I received emails giving me updates and some photos showing how much they were enjoying their stay at Tallowood."
Bev McCredie
February 2025
"First time user of the Cattery at Tallowood Boarding Lodge in November 25. The whole experience was excellent, booking, drop off and collection were all simple. The staff are caring and obviously love animals and their jobs. The mid stay photo of our cat was a great touch. First time our cat has stayed in a cattery, he was very comfortable and content with accomodation and his care. We will be using Tallowood again."
Sue RD
November 2025
"Our beautiful Maggie now settles very well at Tallowood following a few stays there. Love the interaction the staff appear to have with her and giving her the playtime she so loves. Have no qualms about leaving her in the care of the Tallowood staff."
Judy Brady
May 2025