Located in Southern River at the corner of Warton and Ranford Roads, Dogs West offers a range of versatile facilities designed for dog training, competitions, meetings, and private events.
Our grounds feature an administration office, meeting rooms, an undercover pavilion, and two spacious outdoor arenas, making it the perfect venue for canine events, business meetings, functions and community gatherings.
Our facilities are purpose built for our Members and the activities they undertake with their dogs, but are also available for hire.
Spaces Available for Hire
MEETING AND EVENT SPACES
Ground Floor Meeting Rooms – Ideal for meetings and small group training.
o Features: TV display with laptop connectivity.
o Capacity: 55
First Floor Boardroom – Suitable for meetings.
o Features: Kitchenette, TV display with laptop connectivity.
o Capacity: 65
First Floor Meeting Rooms with Kitchen – Perfect for meetings and general activities.
o Features: Full kitchen with refrigerator, oven, and beverage urns.
o Capacity: 65
Members Lounge and Bar – Great for private functions and large group training.
o Features: Lectern, projector, licensed bar.
o Capacity: 215
OUTDOOR AND TRAINING SPACES
Undercover Pavilion – A large undercover hard-surfaced area ideal for conformation shows, training and exhibition events in wet weather and the heat of summer. Adjoins the Administration building.
o Features: Lighting, PA system.
Main Arena – One of Australia’s most scenic dog show grounds, perfect for conformation shows, training.and events
o Features: Extensive grass area, Lighting, PA system.
Lower Arena – Large area designed for dog performance trials and training,
o Features: Extensive grass area, Lighting with adjacent club house.
Lower Arena Club House – Ideal for club bookings, private functions, and small group training.
o Features: Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, beverage urns, toilet facilities seating and wall-mounted TV.
o Capacity: 55
Off-Lead Enclosure – Safe and fully enclosed area for off-lead dog exercise and private training.
Additional Amenities
- Accessibility: Accessible parking bays, toilets, and an elevator for first-floor access.
- Facilities: Air-conditioning, general parking, dog waste disposal stations, and toilets.
- Convenience: Beverage vending machine, on-site pet supplies (Alpha Dog Shop).
- Recreation: BBQ facilities available.
- Member Library: features an extensive collection of dog-related books, magazines, and DVDs.
Bookings & Enquiries
Please direct all enquiries to the Dogs West Office.
Please note that bookings are not final until a confirmation email has been sent.
Phone Hours
Monday to Friday: 9am – 4pm
Reception Hours
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 9am – 5pm
Tuesday & Thursday: Closed
Grounds Access
Please note the Ranford Road gate is locked from 4pm on weekdays.
For evening access, use the Warton Road gate.
