Hotels
There are 68 pet friendly hotels in Richmond, VA.
You'll find information on all the most popular pet friendly hotels, vacation rentals, bed & breakfasts, and campgrounds in Richmond, VA below.
Westin Richmond is pet friendly! Two dogs up to 40 lbs are welcome for no additional fee. Guests traveling with dogs will be assigned to rooms on the second and third floors. Dogs may not be left unattended in rooms. Bowls and beds are available. There is a pet walk area with waste stations on the property. Cats are not permitted. For same day arrivals, please call 877-411-3436 to confirm availability of a pet-friendly room.
This 3-bedroom Airbnb rental is pet friendly! Pets of any size for no additional fee. There is no specified limit on the number of pets. Pets are not permitted on beds. Pet owners must clean up after their pets and are asked to vacuum after pets who shed excessively.
Restaurants
Don't leave Fido in the hotel room when it's time for dinner.
There are 106 dog friendly restaurants in Richmond, VA.
A handful of our favorite sidewalk cafes, coffee shops, bars, and other eateries in Richmond, VA that welcome Fido to join at an outdoor table are listed below. Bon appetit!
Acacia offers fresh, high-quality seasonal fare in an upscale midtown setting with dog-friendly outdoor seating available. A seafood-centric menu features fried oysters, jumbo lump crab cakes, sauteed flounder, pan roasted ribeye, and a wide selection of wine, beer, and mixed cocktails.
Southern Railway serves burgers, flatbreads, fish tacos, and Bison meatloaf. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs.
Caliente serves Cajun, Caribbean & Southern-inspired cuisine. They have a burger menu, American craft beers, Belgian ales, micro-brews, and a nice wine list, not to mention a full bar. They feature a great menu with creative sandwiches, entrees and appetizers. Beautiful patio welcomes dogs.
Activities
Get out and play!
There are 14 dog friendly activities in Richmond, VA.
You'll find information on our favorite dog parks, beaches, hiking trails, tours, stores, and lots of other "animal attractions" in Richmond, VA below.
This large, off-leash dog park is fully fenced and includes bench swings, shade, and drinking water in-season. Be sure to bring water in cooler months.
Your pet will love to join you as you stroll through this beautiful riverside park. They're welcome as long as they remain on-leash.
Stony Point Fashion Park is a dog-friendly center. Each dog must be in either a carrier or on a leash no longer than 3 feet. Dog comfort stations are located throughout the center (drinking stations and bag dispensers). All of the dog friendly merchants display a "Welcome Dog" sign on their store fronts. A few of the merchants "Welcome Small Dogs" only. Dogs now have a new favorite place to have fun and get exercise! Stony Point Fashion Park also features a Dog Park, which gives dogs and their owners a place to meet and run off-leash in a safe, dog-friendly enclosed area.
Events
When you want to really spoil your dog, or just meet other dog owners in Richmond, VA who are as crazy about their pets are you are, there's no better place to bring Fido than a dog event. You'll find information on some of our favorite annual dog events in Richmond, VA below.
BringFido out to the ballgame with the Richmond Squirrels! Wear your green GDU shirt! Dogs must have proof of current rabies vaccine.
A portion of your ticket purchase will help support Green Dogs Unleashed in their rescue of special needs animals.
Sep.
7
Lace up your sneakers and leash up your dog for this annual event benefiting the Richmond SPCA, presented by Holiday Barn Pet Resorts! All proceeds benefit the pets in the care of the Richmond SPCA. The day begins with a chip-timed 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk for people only, followed by a dog-friendly, leisurely one-mile Dog Jog.
Throughout the morning, there will be a pet-friendly vendor fair at the Robins-Starr Humane Center, featuring a Kids’ Fun Zone and a pets’ Fun Zone packed full of fun activities for the whole family.
Mar.
21
BringFido every Wednesday for Yappy Hour! Special dog friendly areas include the indoor rear tasting room space and the outdoor patio. The indoor front tasting room can be used for you and your pups to access the rear space, just please be mindful of other patrons.
Leashed, well-behaved dogs only please.
Jan. 22 –
Sep. 23
Services
When traveling with dogs, one thing is certain. Poop happens.
Luckily, there are 38 dog friendly pet services in Richmond, VA that can help you out with poop bags (or anything else you may need).
You'll find information on the most popular pet stores, pet sitters, trainers, groomers, and other pet businesses in Richmond, VA below.
Fido Park Avenue is a dog boutique inspired by chic New York City specialty stores. They added a strong dose of friendly Southern customer service and stock it with products for dogs of all sizes. Fido Park Avenue carries all the basics, designer clothes, nutritious treats and more. They also host events for you and your dog.
River City Dog Excursions operates in the Greater Richmond area and offers mid-day walks, nature hikes, and pet sitting services. We provide a safe and positive outlet for your dog's energy through stimulating exercise and personalized attention.
We have over 20 years combined experience in the pet care industry. River City Dog Excursions is adamant about your pet's safety and well-being so we are licensed, bonded and insured as well as Red Cross certified in Pet First Aid & CPR. Call us today to set up an initial meet and greet client consultation!
Conveniently located inside Petsmart, Banfield Pet Hospital offers superior medical care for pets. At the present time, they're considered one of the leading pet hospitals in the United States with more than 700 locations nationwide. Visit Banfield today and your pet will be 'treated like family' by the veterinarian and entire staff.
We offer an open play dog daycare environment where your dog will be free to run, jump, play and sniff to their heart's content. Our passionate, well-trained staff provides personalized care and exceptional service to our guests on four legs, as well as their two-legged parents. Live webcams offer a peek into your dog's day and peace of mind that they're having the time of their life socializing and burning off energy with their friends. At the end of the day you'll be greeted by a happy, tired pup.
At Good Dog Grooming not only do they groom your pet, they become part of the family. They offer a warm, relaxing environment where your four legged friend can relax and enjoy one-on-one attention. They also have play and resting areas to make the grooming experience as comfortable and low stress as possible. All grooming is done by hand and with special care. Your pet is never rushed through the grooming process. The products they use are oatmeal based to soothe and restore your pet’s coat and skin. Each dog or cat receives special attention and care for their individual needs; whatever they may be. For example, they offer special care for puppies/kittens and elderly animals, animals with physical limitations, and animals who are stressed or fearful. They offer everything from your basic bath, to custom clips and pet-friendly hair dyes.
Dog Training / Behavior Counseling -- using science-based positive reinforcement training techniques for good manners at home and in public, obedience skills, impulse control, and gentle, effective protocols for modifying all kinds of behavior problems.
Virginia Broitman has over 30 years of experience, and currently provides private lessons, in-home consultations, phone consultations, and dog training DVDs. (www.takeabowwow.com)
The Richmond SPCA is a nonprofit, no-kill humane society. They provide for animal's safety and comfort, strive to alleviate their suffering and work to place them in homes that provide a responsible lifetime commitment to them. They promote spaying and neutering to achieve and retain a no-kill community. Their humane center houses the Adoptions Center, Track & Training Center, Exploratorium for children, Wilma’s Admissions Wing, Lora Robins Retail Shop, our sheltering operations and administrative offices.
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