Darlo’s Den – Premium Small Dog Boarding near Paddington
Home-style, kennel-free sleepovers for little pups who deserve the very best.
Looking for small dog boarding near Paddington that’s safe, calm, and personal? Darlo’s Den isn’t a kennel — it’s a boutique, home-stay boarding experience where every dog is treated like family.
A Home, Not a Kennel
At Darlo’s Den near Paddington, your dog enjoys a safe, nurturing home environment designed exclusively for small dogs. This is premium dog boarding the way it should be: calm, personal, and full of love.
Capped numbers — only a small group of dogs at a time to prevent stress or overwhelm
Individual care and attention tailored to your dog’s personality
Gentle socialisation and enrichment with like-minded small dogs
Safe, comfortable home giving your dog the freedom to unwind, play, and sleep in comfort — wherever they feel at home.
Complimentary food provided daily
Daily teeth cleaning included for healthy smiles
A bath is included if your dog stays 3 nights or more
Every dog is treated like a cherished family member, ensuring they feel safe, loved, and completely at ease throughout their stay.
Flexible Boarding Options
Whether it’s an overnight stay, a weekend getaway, or a short visit, Darlo’s Den near Paddington is designed around your dog’s needs:
Overnight boarding: $130 per night per dog (small breeds only)
4-Hour Paws: $80 per session
Weeknights: 6–10 pm
Weekends: morning, afternoon, or evening (6–10 pm)
Your dog enjoys the same home-stay comfort, supervision, and love in both overnight and 4-hour stays.
Planning a longer stay?
$115 per night for stays longer than 5 nights
* Peak holiday time is $150 p/n
Why Choose Darlo's Den near Paddington?
A home-style stay made for small dogs
At Darlo’s Den, everything is designed around calm, comfort and genuine care.
No crowded kennels, no loud environments — just a peaceful home space where little dogs feel safe, understood, and truly at ease.
- Small dogs only
- Only 4 pups per night-cosy, calm & personal
- Live-in 24/7 care
- Home-style routine
- Fresh real food included
- Daily teeth cleaning
- Enrichment walks + play
- Daily photo & video updates
Because little dogs deserve care that’s personal, thoughtful and just as warm as home.
Meet Giullia - Your Host
Giullia welcomes every dog into her home and cares for them like family.
With vet-clinic experience and a calm, nurturing approach, she creates a safe, cosy space where little paws settle quickly and feel truly at home.
A Cosy Home for Little Paws
Peaceful spaces, gentle routines, and all the comforts of home.
Conveniently Located near Paddington
Book a stay or a 4-Hour Paws visit at Darlo’s Den near Paddington today and give your dog the premium, safe, home-stay boarding experience they deserve.
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FAQs
What type of stays do you offer?
Our Pawjamma Club are priced per 24 hours and includes everything you would want for your pup to feel safe, relaxed and calm being away from you.
The Four Hour Paws is an excellent choice if you head out for dinner during the week or have a long lunch or beach trip planned over the weekend and your little one needs some company.
Where is Darlo’s Den located?
Our property is located only a few minutes walk from Darlo Dogs.
Who looks after the dogs?
Giullia is our dedicated overnight carer. The Den is her home — warm, patient, and adored by the Darlo Dogs crew. She’ll treat your dog like one of her own, making sure they feel safe, loved, and totally at ease.
Do I need to bring anything?
Trial Night
Please bring your dog’s food, bed and any medications. We want to make them as relaxed as possible, given that they will be in unfamiliar company, and consistency will help. (Unless they sleep on your bed..a queen size suffice? 🙂
Pawjamma Club
No need! Food is included, as are bedding, toys, and everything your pup needs. Please let us know if your dog has any special dietary needs or requires medication. *If your dog has a sensitive tum or prefers their own diet, please bring that along.
The Four Hour Paws
Please bring their food, or they’re welcome to enjoy ours for an additional cost (5 Hounds light cooked real food)
How do drop off and pick ups work for Pawjamma Club?
Weekday drop-offs made simple: Giullia picks up our friends from Darlo Dogs, making drop-offs and pick-ups super convenient and flexible.
Weekends: Drop-off and pick-up times (and location) will be confirmed during the booking process to make things easy and stress-free.
What are drop-off and pick-up times for The Four Hour Paws?
Weeknights:
If your dog isn’t joining us for daycare on the day and you’re only opting for “The Four Hour Paws” they must be dropped at Darlo Dogs at 5.45pm. The pick-up location will be arranged directly, and it must be no later than 10pm; otherwise, a full overnight stay rate will be charged.
Weekends:
Times and location will be confirmed during the booking process. Stays longer than 4 hours will be charged the night rate of $130.
Is Darlo’s Den only for clients of Darlo Dogs?
Not at all! We welcome all new small dog friends.
How many dogs stay at a time?
We intentionally keep the numbers to 4 dogs, to make it feel like home, not a kennel. Peaceful, safe, and tailored to each pup’s needs.
Do the dogs go to daycare every day? My dog will find that too much!
No, definitely not every day. At Darlo Dogs, we like our pups to have a well-balanced day — happy, content, and enriched, not tired out and exhausted.
Giullia’s vet clinic hours change week to week — sometimes she’s there for just a few hours, and other days she’s home all day. During the hours she works, the dogs head off to Darlo Dogs for some socialising and playtime. When she’s home, they spend the day with her, enjoying plenty of attention, rest, and enrichment.
And if she happens to work a few hours over the weekend, that’s when the Darlo Dream Team comes together to lend a hand — making sure every dog is cared for and happy, no matter what.
Do you charge for walks, playtime or photos?
No way! Walks, adventures, playtime and cuddles are all included plus as many photos and videos to your heart’s content.
Do you bath them?
If your pup is staying longer than two nights, we’ll make sure they’re bathed and fresh for pick-up — ready for cuddles the moment you see them.
Exceptional Care Distinctly Darlo
Cosy, calm, and truly cared for — just like home.
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