#1
Pupstars Daycare and Grooming
Read 195 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
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2026 rankings QLD
15 Best Pet Boarding & Kennels
in Cairns
Compare the top 15 pet boarding & kennels in Cairns, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 28 September 2026 · 1,143 reported Google reviews across 15 businesses
See the 15 listings ↓Top 15 Pet Boarding & Kennels in Cairns, QLD
1–15 of 15The shortlist
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, Pupstars Daycare and Grooming (4.8 stars from 195 Google reviews), Dogtainers Cairns (4.8 stars from 124 Google reviews) and Kuranda Pet Resort (4.7 stars from 133 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Cairns pet boarding & kennels ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Dogtainers Cairns
Read 124 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#3
Kuranda Pet Resort
Read 133 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#4
RSPCA Cairns
Read 148 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#5
K9 Fitness Centre
Read 85 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#6
Pupstars Daycare And Grooming Trinity Beach
Read 98 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#7
K9 River Retreat
Read 97 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#8
Yaps Cat Oasis Resort
Read 95 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#9
Cairns Pet Sitting
Read 31 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#10
Dog Wash Cairns
Read 31 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#11
Cairns Canine & Cat Care
Read 38 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#12
Doberling Boarding Kennels and Cattery
Read 27 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
#13
Cat's Cattery Cat Boarding Facility.
Read 38 reviewsReputation score: 73/100
5/7 Stanley St, Gordonvale Queensland 4865
0404 194 999#14
Lion's Den Cairns Cat Hotel
Read 2 reviewsReputation score: 16/100
#15
Accommodation Cairns Pty Ltd
Read 1 reviewsReputation score: 8/100
15 Victoria St, Parramatta Park Queensland 4870
0413 237 472Showing 15 of 15 businesses. This ranking covers our Cairns listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about pet boarding & kennels in Cairns
LocalLocal's Cairns capture includes 15 pet boarding & kennels with 1,143 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.9 stars, backed by a median of 85 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about pet boarding & kennels in Cairns and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Cairns pet boarding & kennels ranking?
Based on records collected 28 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Pupstars Daycare and Grooming (4.8 stars from 195 Google reviews); Dogtainers Cairns (4.8 stars from 124 Google reviews); Kuranda Pet Resort (4.7 stars from 133 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are pet boarding & kennels in Cairns ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for pet boarding & kennels in Cairns?
The 15 pet boarding & kennels captured for Cairns hold 1,143 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.9 stars and the median review count is 85. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 28 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.