Dog Boarding in Alexandria
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Jaden was great. He was very patient with Diego and kept us in the loop about everything. We would definitely recommend him.
Dan S.
Julie was so caring and attentive with Kiro!
Kee C.
Itala, is a wonderful caregiver. She s a very respectable honest woman very professional, and has a gentle, gentle, loving spirit, and my Shayla loves her.
Erica H.
Awesome! Thanks for taking such good care of them.
Stephanie C.
Thanks to Destiny for her kindness to our Dino!
Kimberly and Todd M.
Brandon was great! Gave great updates throughout the weekend and I could tell my girls were very comfortable. Made the process easy- 10/10 would recommend
Maddy G.
Itala is AMAZING!! My dog was so happy everyday while in her care.
Avery S.
Picked up my hyper goofy baby for a long boarding and watched him most attentively. So grateful for Qing and her family who treated Gongura as their own
Vani P.
Olivia and her fianc were so sweet and great with Finn! I knew he was in the best of hands when I dropped him off and I know he ll be back :)
Maggie R.
Andrea was so communicative with me and caring toward my dog, Ernie. She sent lots of pictures and updates so I knew Ernie was in good hands. Andrea was super creative in making sure Ernie got exercise and enrichment during a heat wave, and was proactive and knowledgeable about keeping him safe in the extreme heat. 11/10!
Emi S.
The best dog events in Alexandria
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Holiday Boat Parade of Lights
Whether you have a boat or not - everyone is invited to participate in or support this great dog-friendly event! There will be lots of family-friendly activities at the marina before and after the 5:30 pm parade. The parade will take place at Alexandria's waterfront at the foot of Cameron Street near the Torpedo Factory Art Center. Decorate your boat with festive lights and boughs of holly, and cruise up the Potomac River for all to cheer on from the shore! Don't you worry - Santa will be arriving via fireboat at 3:00 pm before the parade starts! It's never too late to get you and Fido's wish list to his elves!36
City of Alexandria Tree Lighting Ceremony
Oh, Christmas Tree in ol' Virginia! Get into the holiday spirit by coming downtown to Alexandria's dog-friendly Tree Lighting event (with Fido on his leash please) and count down to the big tree lighting on Market Square! Come one, come all and heed the Town Crier's call! Be sure to clean up after your pup while you are downtown and don't forget your camera, as Santa will be making a special appearance too! Tis the season to spend time with family, friends and your furry buddies! Happy Pawlidays!24
Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
This is an old-time tradition that has been going on since the city's founding in 1749! Did you know this city was established by three Scottish Merchants? That is why Scottish heritage is celebrated each year! The Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend is a dog-friendly event that consists of a full weekend of family activities. There will be the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade, where members of the area's Scottish clans make their way through the streets followed by pipers and drums (and don't forget the traditional Scottish dogs - the terriers and the hounds!) Come all three days for tons of tail waggin' good times!12
Canine Cruise on the Potamac
Ahoy, Matey! It's time to board the S.S. Fido with your furry friend and wind your way down the Potomac on this canine cruise! Doggies and their people can do a little sightseeing as they lazily drift down the river. All dogs get on board for free- but their people must pay! You are going to want to bring your camera to catch all the great memories of this day out on the water. The cruise is 45 minutes in total and your pup must stay on their 6-foot leash the whole time. Be a responsible pup paw-rent and make sure to clean up after your fur baby! For cruise schedules, contact the Potomac Riverboat Company. Bon voyage!
All the President's Pups Walking Tour
This event is really pup-tastic! On Saturdays April through June and September through October, bring your leashed pup and be prepared for some history lessons, some fresh air and everything you ever needed to know about all the dogs who have lived under Mount Vernon's roof. The tour consists of 5 buildings and is about 1.25 miles in total. Fun fact - George Washington had an extreme love and respect for dogs? Join them for the tour and learn all about his dogs, their names and their lives inside the historic Mount Vernon. For more information on this event, contact Mount Vernon's ticket staff. Have a Yankee-Doodle-dandy time with your pup!
