14 Years as a Vet Nurse
Bree cared for animals and supported pet owners throughout her veterinary nursing career.
About Bree & Co
Proudly Australian family owned and operated, helping rabbit and guinea pig owners provide the very best care for their small pets.
What started at home with a sewing machine, a love of rabbits and guinea pigs, and a desire to provide better care for small pets has grown into a retail store, warehouse, production space and specialist boarding service in Kilsyth, Victoria.
From Vet Nurse to Small Pet Business Owner
After working as a veterinary nurse for 14 years, Bree took some time away from the profession following the birth of her first child.
During this time, Bree began caring for rabbits and guinea pigs and quickly discovered a growing need for specialised products and services designed specifically for small pets.
Between caring for family and animals, Bree started sewing fleece bedding and cage liners by hand. What began as a small hobby soon grew into a thriving business, with handmade products being shipped to rabbit and guinea pig owners across Australia.
Bree was also providing small animal boarding from home. More owners were looking for experienced care specifically for rabbits and guinea pigs rather than accommodation where small animals were simply added alongside cats and dogs.
Growing Into Bree & Co
Following the arrival of her second child, the boarding side of the business was temporarily paused while the handmade bedding range continued to grow.
Demand for fleece liners increased rapidly, the range expanded and sales continued to grow through eBay. Eventually, the business grew large enough for us to launch the Bree & Co website and create a dedicated online home for rabbit and guinea pig owners.
Over time, our range expanded to include food, enrichment toys, accessories, treats and our very own Stella Bites range, named after one of our much loved rabbits.
As the business continued to grow, we moved into our own premises in Kilsyth, Victoria, complete with a retail store, warehouse and production space.
We later introduced our Australian assembled C&C cage range, designed to work perfectly with our handmade fleece liners. Today, our cages and liners remain some of our most popular products.
Our Journey
The Beginning
Rabbit and guinea pig boarding began from home alongside handmade fleece bedding and cage liners.
Growing Online
Our handmade products developed a loyal following, with sales growing through eBay and reaching customers across Australia.
Launching Bree & Co
We created our own website and moved our online sales into a dedicated store for small pet owners.
Moving to Kilsyth
Bree & Co expanded into a retail store, warehouse and production facility in Kilsyth, Victoria.
Where We Are Today
Retail, manufacturing and specialist rabbit and guinea pig boarding now operate together under one roof.
Why We Do What We Do
We believe rabbits, guinea pigs and other small animals deserve the same level of care, quality products and specialist support as any other member of the family.
Everything we stock, manufacture and recommend is chosen with the health, comfort and wellbeing of small animals in mind.
Whether we are handcrafting fleece liners, assembling C&C cages or caring for boarding guests, our goal remains the same: helping small pets live happy, healthy lives.
14 Years
Veterinary nursing experience
Australian
Family owned and operated
Kilsyth
Retail store, warehouse and boarding facility
Specialist
Rabbit and guinea pig boarding
Specialist Rabbit & Guinea Pig Boarding
One thing never changed over the years. People kept asking if our boarding service would return.
We realised there was a genuine need for specialist rabbit and guinea pig boarding that focused entirely on small animals.
To meet that demand, we converted part of our Kilsyth warehouse into dedicated rabbit and guinea pig boarding rooms. This allowed us to provide accommodation designed specifically around the comfort, safety and daily care needs of small animals.
Our boarding service has continued to grow each year, giving pet owners a dedicated place to leave their rabbits and guinea pigs while they travel.
Built by Family, for Families
Bree & Co has never been just a business. It is something our entire family has helped build together.
From sewing bedding at home and packing orders on the dining table to running a retail store, warehouse and specialist boarding facility, every stage of the journey has involved family, friends and a shared love of animals.
The photos below capture real moments from that journey, with the next generation helping around the store, learning about animal care and becoming part of everyday life at Bree & Co.
More Than a Pet Store
What makes Bree & Co special is not just the products we sell. It is the people behind them.
Every fleece liner that is sewn, every cage that is assembled, every boarding guest that is cared for and every customer question that is answered comes from people who genuinely care about small animals.
Many members of our team are small animal owners themselves, and the products we recommend to customers are often used in our own homes and boarding facility.
Meet the People Behind Bree & Co
Every order packed, cage assembled, fleece liner sewn and boarding guest cared for is supported by a small team that loves animals and believes small pets deserve the very best care.
Bree
Founder, Product Development and BoardingAfter working as a veterinary nurse for 14 years, Bree founded Bree & Co to provide better products, support and specialist care for rabbits and guinea pigs.
What started with handmade fleece liners and home boarding has grown into a retail store, warehouse, production space and specialist rabbit and guinea pig boarding service.
Bree continues to oversee the business, boarding operations, product development and customer experience.
Shaun
Manufacturing, Warehouse and OperationsShaun manages manufacturing, warehouse operations and business systems at Bree & Co.
From cutting corflute and assembling C&C cages to stock management, warehouse organisation and improving production processes, Shaun helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Many of the Australian assembled C&C cages that leave Bree & Co have passed through Shaun’s hands before reaching customers.
Susan
Sewing and Product DevelopmentSusan helped Bree & Co for several years and played an important role in sewing, product development and expanding our handmade product range.
From helping design new products to sewing fleece liners and bedding, Susan’s creativity and attention to detail helped shape many of the products our customers know and love today.
Susan’s contribution helped transform a small handmade bedding range into the much larger collection available today.
Steph
Social Media and Customer SupportSteph helps with social media, customer communication and online support across Bree & Co.
From sharing product launches and boarding updates to assisting customers online, Steph helps keep our community informed and connected.
Steph also supports the friendly and personal customer service Bree & Co is known for.
Renee
Customer Service and Boarding SupportRenee joined the Bree & Co family in December and quickly became a valued member of the team.
Now working with us for most of the week, Renee assists customers in-store, helps care for boarding guests and supports daily operations throughout the business.
Renee’s friendly approach and genuine care for animals make Renee a valued part of the experience we provide to customers and their pets.
Kayley
Store and Boarding SupportKayley is one of the newest members of the Bree & Co team and helps in both our boutique small animal store and boarding facility.
Currently in Year 11 and studying a Certificate III in Equine Studies, Kayley has a genuine passion for animal care and welfare.
Kayley treats every boarding guest as if the guest were one of Kayley’s own pets, providing attention, pats and favourite foods throughout each stay.
At home, Kayley has four guinea pigs and a cheeky whippet named Kevin. Customers will usually see Kayley around the store on Saturdays and during school holidays.
Built in Kilsyth, Victoria
Every Bree & Co C&C cage is assembled and quality checked by our team in Melbourne. We cut our corflute bases in-house and continue to manufacture many of our products right here in Kilsyth.
As the business has grown, so has our investment in producing quality products for small pet owners across Australia.
From handmade fleece liners to Australian assembled cages, we are proud to keep our production close to home and provide local support when customers need it.