Southern Highlands NSW · Small & Medium Dogs
Personal dog sitting and walking in the Southern Highlands — small, owner-run, and completely devoted to dogs. From people who genuinely love dogs and happen to live somewhere beautiful.
About Us
Highland Paws is a small, owner-run dog care service in the Southern Highlands, specialising in small and medium dogs. Just a proper home with a fully fenced yard, two very sociable resident dogs, and people who genuinely think about your dog's wellbeing the same way you do.
We focus on smaller dogs because that's what our home, our setup, and our own two are genuinely suited to. Every dog that stays is treated as part of the household — sleeping where our dogs sleep, walking where our dogs walk, and getting real, personal attention every single day.
Fully fenced. Fully insured. All dogs must be desexed and C5 vaccinated.
What We Offer
Out through the trails and parks of the Southern Highlands, back home tired and happy. One-on-one for dogs who prefer it that way, or a small group of no more than three. Either way, they're coming home well exercised.
Your dog spends the day at our home — real yard, real company, plenty of activity. Drop-off and pick-up at your convenience. Honestly, they tend to have a pretty good day.
Going away? Leave your dog with us and actually relax about it. They sleep in the house, get walked, fed, and properly looked after. Daily photos and updates throughout so you know they're doing well.
Your dog deserves to be at your wedding. We collect them, bring them to your ceremony or photos, keep them calm and looking their best, then take them home for a comfortable overnight stay while you celebrate. One of our favourite services. Please note this service is subject to the venue being dog friendly — we recommend confirming with your venue before enquiring.
Please note this service is subject to the venue being dog friendly — we recommend confirming with your venue before booking.
How It Works
Drop us a message with a bit about your dog — breed, age, weight, personality, anything we should know. We specialise in small to medium dogs and we'll be upfront if we're not the right fit. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Before the first booking we do a free meet and greet — you see the house and yard, your dog meets our two, and we make sure everyone's happy. No commitment required.
Hand them over and actually leave without worrying. Photos and updates throughout the stay so you always know they're happy and well.
Secure payment via our online portal — card on file, automatic invoicing, no cash, no surprises. Most dogs are back pretty quickly. Their owners tend to be too.
Reviews
Reviews coming — we're just getting started.
Highland Paws is a new business. If your dog comes home happy and you'd like to leave a Google review, it genuinely means a lot to us.
Be Our First ReviewGood to Know
We specialise in small to medium dogs — broadly speaking, up to around 20kg. This suits our home, our own dogs, and the way we like to work. Cavaliers, Spaniels, Dachshunds, Whippets, French Bulldogs, smaller Poodles and Doodles — that's very much our world. If you're not sure whether your dog is the right fit, just ask. We'll always be honest.
All dogs in our care must have a current C5 vaccination — this covers distemper, hepatitis, parvovirus, and both strains of kennel cough. We'll ask for proof of vaccination when you book. If you're not sure what your dog is up to date with, your vet can check and advise.
Yes — all dogs in our care must be desexed. This is a firm requirement for boarding, daycare, and walking. It keeps our home calm and safe for every dog here, including our own two.
We ask for at least 48 hours notice for cancellations or changes to bookings. Cancellations made with less than 48 hours notice may forfeit any deposit paid. We understand things come up — just get in touch as soon as you can and we'll do our best to work with you.
We keep a maximum of two dogs in our home at any one time, and we focus on small to medium dogs — typically up to around 20kg. This is a deliberate choice that suits our home, our own dogs, and the level of care we want to provide. It's not about excluding anyone — it's about knowing where we do our best work. Availability can fill up fast, especially on weekends and during school holidays, so we recommend booking ahead.
Yes — two dogs from the same family are welcome to board or attend daycare together, and they count as both of our available spots. We offer a small discount when booking two dogs from the same household. Get in touch to discuss pricing when you enquire.
We ask that you bring your dog's regular food (portioned per meal if possible), any medications they're on, their lead and collar, and something familiar from home like their bed or a favourite toy. Familiar scents help dogs settle in more quickly. We provide water, fresh bedding, and lots of company.
Yes — we have two dogs of our own. Both are friendly and well-socialised, and are a big part of what makes our home a comfortable environment for visiting dogs. We always do a careful introduction during the meet and greet to make sure everyone gets along before confirming any booking.
Yes — our yard is fully fenced and secure. Dogs have plenty of room to run, sniff, and do what dogs do, without us needing to worry about escapes. We still supervise all outdoor time, but the secure yard means your dog can stretch out and enjoy themselves safely.
We collect your dog from wherever they're staying, bring them to your ceremony or photo location, keep them calm and happy throughout, and then take them home with us for a comfortable overnight stay. We handle everything so you can focus on your day. We recommend a meet and greet beforehand so your dog knows us before the big day. Wedding bookings start from $250 — get in touch to discuss your specific needs.
Get in Touch
Name, breed, age, weight, personality — the more we know, the better we can look after them. We specialise in small to medium dogs (up to around 20kg). All dogs must be desexed and C5 vaccinated — we'll always be upfront if we're not the right match.
Online Booking
We're setting up Petboost — a dedicated pet sitting platform — so you'll be able to book, manage and pay entirely online. In the meantime, just drop us a message and we'll sort everything directly.