East of loop
Disposal bag receptacles are provided at Alexandria parks; patrons must provide their own bags Off-leash, unfenced, under voice control areas Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Unfenced.
Along Chambliss Street south of tennis courts
Off-leash, unfenced, under voice control areas Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Unfenced; area is marked by traffic barriers.
801 South Scott St. The park is fenced with two separate areas, one for big dogs and one for small. From 395 North or South, take Columbia Pike West towards Bailey’s Crossroads. Stay in right-hand lane and take right on Scott St. at white church. Go straight until road ends at parking lot. Exercise area is behind the tennis courts.
301 South Harrison St. This area located near a creek and woods. This site is not fenced. From Route 50, head West to the Carlin Springs Rd. Exit. Exit right and turn left at stop sign. Pass under Route 50 and follow Carlin Springs until 4th St. Turn left on 4th St. and go 5 blocks until the road ends at Glencarlyn Park sign. Follow park road until road ends. Park your car and walk over a small bridge and stream to the exercise area.
East of Park Road
Location: 6621 Columbia Pike. Directions: Beltway Exit 52B(Little River Tpk., Rt. 236) east 3 miles to left at Robert Ave. and right on Alpine Drive and then left into the parking lot entrance.
1600 Block North Sycamore. This park is partially fenced with wooden rail fencing. Take I-66 West to Sycamore St. Exit 69. Turn left on Sycamore past the East Falls Church Metro Station. Turn right onto North 16th St. Then take first right which dead ends at the dog exercise area.
North West District of Columbia. Whitheaven Parkway.
3829 North Stafford St. Exercise area is partially fenced. From Lee Highway (29) North or South. Turn onto Military Rd. Follow Military to end. Turn left onto Old Glebe Rd. Exercise area is on left. Drive past and turn left into entrance for Community Center. Park in Center front parking lot. Walk from your car to left of building to enter area. NOTE: Police will ticket for parking in back lot. Also, dogs are not allowed on soccer field.’
Interior space is one acre of bluestone dust surface. Clean and dry. Location: 4710 Mt. Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria. Directions: Turn onto Mt. Vernon Memorial Hwy from Rt. 1 (Richmond Hwy) and continue just past Rt. 623 to park entrance on left. Off Leash Dog Area is to right, past barn and garden plots on asphalt trail along front of park.
Run by the town of Vienna. Dogs must be leashed outside of the fence. The fence is only 4 feet high. Not much room for Large. dogs to run. Benches, trash bags, & cans, but water is broken. 3 agility pieces. Great for shy & well behaved dogs. Children must be leashed [just kidding] with an adult. Small dog park that is approximately 1/3 of an acre. Location: Near 9500? Courthouse Road. It is next to the rest of the park, but different driveway. Directions: From I-66, take Nutley Street [Rte 243] NORTH. At the 3rd traffic light, turn LEFT on Courthouse Road [large drainage dip in the road]. Take the 2nd. LEFT into the small gravel parking lot. If you go too far, you will see the sign for the rest of the facilities.
Water, fenced, & agility equipment. Location: 700 Courthouse Rd, SW
Large area for large dogs to run. Mostly dirt, some grass, & some trees. Water outside the fence, trash cans, & benches. The fence is only 4 ft. high, & very close to the parkway. Large fenced area with some woods [est. 3 acre]. Burke [Fairfax Co.]. Location: 9500 Fairfax County Parkway [Rte.7100]. Directions: From I-66, take Fairfax County Parkway [Rte.7100] SOUTH. [ADC NoVA Map Book-Map 27/page31, D2](mileage?). First Right after passing Lee Chapel Road. [between Lee Chapel Rd. & Pohick Rd.] Use the first parking lot, [on the left]. Cross the street & follow the trail & signs to the dog park & nature trail.
Big (unfenced) playground behind secondary school. Also has a spring/fountain for dogs to cool off. Local dogs meet there between 7-9am. Location: Corner of Elm and Poplar.
Location: 10033 Blake Lane. Directions: from interstate 66, take the rte 123 exit (Chain Bridge Road), North towards Vienna. Right onto Germantown Road (2nd light?) Park will be on your right- park at the recycle center parking lot.
Park use is restricted to current members – to join please go to website. Use of the park is restricted during the following hours: Saturdays between 10 AM and noon (big / vigorous dogs). Sundays between 10 AM and noon (small dogs). Location: At the corner of Metzerott Rd and University Blvd in Acredale Park (M-NCPPC). Directions: From the west: Take University Blvd (193) east. Turn right on Metzerott Rd. The dog park is on the right. From the north: Take Baltimore Ave (Rt 1) south. Turn right on Metzerott Rd, just after the 193 intersection. The dog park is on the left.
Don’t forget to bring a bag or ‘poop scooper’ — one MUST clean up after their little (or big) one(s). Also, the park is supported by the county (no fees) — please make sure your dog is socialized so that the park can stay open — with the success of this park, other parks will hopefully open in the county. Location: http://www.mc-dog.org/wheatmap.html Directions: Take Arcola Avenue (off of Georgia Avenue) to Orebaugh Avenue and follow the signs.
The Westin Alexandria welcomes a maximum of two dogs under 40lbs per guest room for no additional fee. Dogs cannot be left unattended at any time. Only dogs allowed; no cats or other animals.
Established in 1989, Del Ray Animal Hospital has become a vital part of a unique and progressive community. We are committed to delivering top quality, individualized care to your pets. We are conveniently located directly off Route 1 between Old Town and National Airport across from Potomac Yards. We look forward to serving you and your pet and truly appreciate your confidence in us.
Del Ray Animal Hospital is an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). We regularly undergo inspections by AAHA to ensure that we comply with the association’s high quality standards of care. Approximately 17% of animal hospitals in North America are accredited by AAHA.
Lorien Hotel and Spa A Kimpton Hotel allows up to two dogs of any size per guest room for no additional fee.
Paws Purrs and Exotics Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Alexandria, VA. The professional and courteous staff at Paws Purrs and Exotics Animal Hospital seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients.
We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. Paws Purrs and Exotics Animal Hospital strives t
Residence Inn by Marriott Alexandria Old Town allows pets of any size for a fee of $15 per night plus a $150 one-time fee.
Hilton Alexandria Mark Center welcomes a maximum of two pets, 75lbs or less, per guest room for an additional $50 per pet, per stay. Pets are ONLY ALLOWED IN ROOMS WITH TWO QUEEN BEDS.
A great local veterinarian loves your pet (almost) as much as you do, and provides the best preventive pet healthcare – from nose to tail veterinary medical exams to vaccinations, microchipping, dental care and surgery.
You’ll find the vet your pet deserves at your neighborhood Banfield Pet Hospital®. We’re committed to partnering with you to ensure your pet’s long-term health and happiness, and your peace of mind with:
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Fully Fenced Dog Park. Hours: Sunrise to 1/2 hour after Sunset. Working to get the park lighted for winter early darkness. Check our website for updates. Location: 2060 S. Walter Reed Drive. Directions: Corner of S. Walter Reed and S. Pollard. Between Glebe Road and Four Mile Run.
VCA operates a network of more than 540 animal hospitals in 41 states across the nation. These hospitals are staffed by more than 1,800 fully qualified, dedicated and compassionate veterinarians to give your pet the very best in medical care. Over 200 are board-certified specialists. Our hospitals provide a full range of general medical and surgical services as well as specialized treatments.
Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Fenced, disposal bag receptacles, trash cans, parking.
4100 South Four Mile Run Drive This exercise area is located in the park at the ‘T’ of Arlington Mill Rd, and South Walter Reed Dr. If you drive to it you must enter at the South Four Mile Run entrance close to the DMV. Park and walk east along the bicycle path approximately 1/2 mile toward S. Walter Reed. The dog exercise area is on the left between the bicycle path and water, close to the road.
Travelodge Alexandria allows up to two dogs (30 lbs or less) per guest room for an additional fee of $25 per pet (for stays of 1 night) and $5 per pet (each subsequent night). Larger dogs …
Sheraton Suites Old Town welcomes a maximum of two dogs, 80lbs or less, per guest room for no additional fee. Only dogs allowed.
Takes care of small animals
At the corner of Fairfax and 1st Streets
The Residence Inn by Marriott allows up to two dogs (50 lbs or less) per guest room for an additional fee of $200 per stay
Daily dawn to half-hour after dusk Fully fenced, picnic table and benches, water.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Alexandria allows up to three dogs (40 lbs or less) per guest room for an additional fee of $100 per stay. Larger dogs may be permitted with prior management approval.
Hotel Monaco Alexandria – A Kimpton Hotel is pet friendly! Multiple pets of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Pets are permitted to be left alone in rooms, but guests must sign a waiver …
For My Friends Pet Spa We offer breed specific akc breed standard grooming, as well as mixed breed groomings as per owner requests. We welcome hand-strip and scissor clients. Our groomer, is an Award Winning, School Certified Master Groomer (Graduate of the NY School of Dog Grooming, 1991). Area Served: Located on the South Side of Old Town AlexandriaServices Offered: » Grooms most/all breeds of dogs » Special Care Appointments » Hand Stripping Services » Offers Large Dog (70+ Pounds) Grooming Services » Pet Sitting Services » Pet Daycare Services » Retail Pet Products Available » Vet Referred » Show Grooming Services Business Established: 2008
Daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Unfenced; 100-by-100-foot area is marked by traffic barriers. Off-leash, unfenced, under voice control areas
Oronoco Street and Union Street
The Red Roof Alexandria welcomes one pets, 60 lbs or less, for no additional fee. Two dogs are welcome with prior approval from the hotel, depending on the size of the dogs.
Couture Animal Care is a full service provider of dog walking & pet sitting services in the Washington D.C. area. We provide quality care that is affordable and customizable for you and your pet’s needs. Our loving care guarantees that your pet is comfortable and happy while you are away, and there is no better feeling than that!
We provide care for all types of animals including:
Dogs
Cats
Birds
Reptiles & Amphibians
Guinea Pigs & Hamsters
Small Animals
