A dog homestay at 17 Sheehy Grove in the hills of Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt. It sits on a 7000 square metre section with bush trails, a creek and a large fenced backyard. Wellington Airport is about 30 minutes away. Dogs of all sizes stay in a pack, and the house has pools, toys, beds, couches and crates.
The homestay keeps each dog's home routines, such as where it sleeps. Leads, beds and food are provided, unless the dog is on a special diet. Dogs learn to share space, play calmly and eat without guarding food. Pick-up and drop-off is offered, in a van with three compartments, so smaller or more anxious dogs can travel apart.
The homestay says it covers most areas, including Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Eastbourne, Stokes Valley, Tawa, Porirua and Johnsonville. Grooming is available during a stay, including nail trims and a full bath and blow dry. Bookings are essential, grooming depends on availability, and the bath and blow dry needs a stay of at least four nights. A stay for two or more dogs from the same house is $120, as at 2026.