Creature Comforts Pet Resort is a family-run boarding facility at 149 Taylor Road in Waimauku, about 30 minutes north-west of Auckland's city centre. It takes dogs and cats. The business says it pays particular attention to toy dogs, which it says larger commercial kennels often overlook, and it aims for a quiet, stress-free stay. Dogs have a peaceful environment, and cats have a cattery with two lounges, a courtyard and a unit room. Each cat has its own unit at night and has the run of the cattery during the day. The business collects and returns pets from across Auckland, including the airport, with shuttles in the middle of the day. Shuttle prices are $45 one way or $80 return per family, as at 2026. Clients come from Parnell, the North Shore, Howick and Helensville, among other areas. One client says their two dogs came home happy and healthy after six days. Our pick in Waimauku for a toy dog or a cat that needs a calm place to stay.