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eatures F 18 The Dangers of Xylitol for Pets 20 Why Call a Mobile Vet? 24 I s My Dog in Pain?

26 P awsitive Healing Energy with Reiki 28 The Benefits of Doggie Daycare

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PET LOVERS COMPANION In Every Issue 6 Important Phone Numbers 7 From the Publisher 8 Social Scenes 13 Upcoming Events 22 Pet Sitter Locator Grid 30 A to Z Listings Directory 37 Dog Parks 40 Pet Friendly Apartments 41 Pet Friendly Hotels 42 Non-Profit Listings 46 Dog Breed Rescues 49 Clubs

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

Emergency Animal Hospitals

LifeCentre Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Care, The

165 Fort Evans Road, N.E., Leesburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 703-831-6296

Animal Control & Animal Shelters Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, 4101 Eisenhower Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Animal Welfare League of Arlington, 2650 S. Arlington Mill Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fairfax City Animal Control, 3730 Old Lee Highway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fairfax County Shelter, 4500 West Ox Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Falls Church Animal Control, 300 Park Avenue. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fauquier County SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Casanova. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fredericksburg Regional SPCA, 10819 Courthouse Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loudoun County Shelter, 39820 Charles Town Pike. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manassas Animal Adoption Center, 10039 Dean Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manassas Animal Control Services, 10039 Dean Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manassas Park Animal Control, 329 Manassas Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Prince William County Animal Shelter, 14807 Bristow Road. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vienna City Animal Control, 215 Center Street South. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

703-838-4774 703-931-9241 703-385-7924 703-830-1100 703-248-5172 540-788-9000 540-898-1500 703-777-0406 703-257-2420 703-257-8009 703-361-1136 703-792-6465 703-255-6377

Emergency Animal Care Planning

RedRover Responders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 916-429-2457 (a volunteer service for rescuing animals in major disaster areas)

Injured Wildlife

Wildlife Rescue League, www.wildliferescueleague.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . hotline 703-440-0800 Virginia Game and Inland Fisheries, Richmond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 804-367-1000

Poison Control

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 888-426-4435 (A $55 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 900-443-0000

Crisis can strike at any time on any day. The Life Center is one of the top rated emergency facilities in the region, offering immediate treatment and utilizing the latest equipment and diagnostics for your pet’s life-threatening situations. If your pet has an emergency or has special needs make sure you visit an emergency facility.

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From the Publisher Hello everyone, I am so excited to bring you the next edition of the Northern Virginia Pet Lovers Companion. It is once again an outstanding educational, comprehensive resource for pet lovers in NOVA thanks to the amazing Pet Lovers Companion team! You are going to love this edition and use it all year long.

The Northern Virginia Pet Lovers Companion is part of a larger family of DC Metro pet publications. Take time to look for the Maryland/ DC Pet Lovers Companion or the quarterly NOVADog Magazine (novadogmagazine.com).

They are both wonderful resources for all of your pet needs. Our family of publications works tirelessly to provide educational resources, support non-profits and animal welfare organizations to improve the lives of abused and homeless animals and provide you information on the fun and charitable events to attend that support our mission of helping area animals. There are so many opportunities to engage and so many wonderful events coming up; I hope to meet you at an upcoming event.

Speaking of events, last year we launched our events division and this year the fun continues.

Please look for one of our fun events to enjoy and places to meet other dog-loving friends. We offer everything from Treat Baking, to Hikes, Winery Tours, Toy Making classes, Clay Studio experiences and much more! There are literally dozens of options to keep you and your pooch happy and entertained with unique experiences and memorymaking moments. www.novadogmagazine.com/ events.

There are some great article within the pages you are about to explore and some fantastic resources for your use. Thank you for your continued support. I would absolutely love to hear from you about what you would like to see included next year and what you found useful. Please let the establishments you frequent know that you heard about them in the Pet Lovers Companion so we can continue to grow and develop our community. I am looking forward to a great year and hope you are too. Please reach out—come to an event, drop an email and join us on Facebook! See you soon.

Our Facebook page and newsletters have been growing and growing. Be the first to know about the giveaways and contests we hold and also learn about fun events in your area. It’s an active way to engage with us and other pet lovers—and it’s quick and easy to do, Like us today AND become a regular visitor! https://www.facebook.com/ PetLoversCompanion and if you are a dog-lover, like NOVADog’s page too: https://www.facebook. com/novadog.

Angela Hazuda Meyers Publisher and President, NOVADog Magazine & Pet Lovers Companion ahazuda@yahoo.com

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SOCIAL SCENE

ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE OF ALEXANDRIA: a collection of pictures from their past events – Fun Dog Show at Ballyshaner’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Alexandria’s Walk for the Animals.

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ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE OF ARLINGTON: a collection of pictures from Pawcasso 2015 held on November 7, 2015. AWLA joined with Homeward Trails Animal Rescue to host PawCasso, a charity auction event, at Historic Terminal A at Washington Reagan National Airport. A big thank you to everyone who helped to make this event a great success, and to all of our guests who helped raise more than $80,000 for homeless pets!

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GREAT COUNTRY FARM: a collection of pictures from the Dog Days Bloom Festival held on May 2 & 3 at the Bluemont, VA. That weekend the farm goes to the dogs – dogs enjoying various activities at the farm.

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HUMANE SOCIETY OF FAIRFAX COUNTY: a collection of pictures from their 2015 events – Fall Reunion, Fairfax Police K9 Krawl, Deer Spay Project, Wine event.

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UNIQUE, FUN EVENTS FOR YOU AND YOUR DOG! REGISTER TODAY! WINE WALKS DOGGONE HEALTHY TREATASTIC BAKE NIGHTS HIKES & HIGHBALLS BOOTS & BREWS PICTURE PERFECT TOY TIME

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Browse events & register at novadogmagazine.com/events of the many NOVADog events and have a great time with your favorite companion. From baking PICTURE PERFECT healthy treats for your furry friend, to going on fun-filled wine walks, having a photo shoot with your pooch, making safe dog toys, and so much more. There is something for everyone to enjoy.

Set a date for fun with Fido at one of our cool pet-focused events happening each month. There is an abundance of opportunity to get involved, have fun and show off your love for your pooch. And some of the events even give back to the animal community.

To learn more and to register for a class visit www.novadogmagazine.com/events. Seats are limited, register today and save your spot!

Upcoming Events April 7, April 27 and June 16: Boots and Brews: Lace up your hikers and grab your dog leash. This hike concludes with a brewery tour, tasting and pizza dinner – all included in your ticket price. Not sure how else to create a more perfect night. Join us for a fun night out that your dog gets to enjoy as well! All hikes are optional and you can always meet up at the second location and skip the hike. Register Here: www. novadogmagazine.com/events

April 9 - Pet Photography 101: Love taking pictures of your pets but wish they would turn out better? Great for beginners, learn tips and

tricks from professional pet photographer Terry Wingfield of Wingfield Photography. Bring your dog and your camera to this exciting interactive class. 3pm – 6pm at 433 Carlisle Drive, Herndon.

Cost $45. Register Here: www.novadogmagazine. com/events

April 17, May 27 and June 10: Wine Walks: Enjoy a nice hike in Sky Meadows State Park and then regroup back at Barrel Oak Winery to enjoy a catered lunch and a private tasting and dog-friendly winery tour – all included in the events. We will also enjoy an additional 10% off any wine purchases made that day. Join in on this

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exclusive experience, designed specifically for you and your pooch! All hikes are optional and you can always meet up at the second location and skip the hike. Register Here: www.novadogmagazine.com/events

April 23 - Pet Photography 201: Is a great choice for those having already taken Photo 101 or who are already advanced, amateur photographers. This class will review advanced camera settings, more detailed light and exposure methods, composition and much more. 3pm – 6pm at 433 Carlisle Drive, Herndon. Cost $45. Register Here: www.novadogmagazine.com/events

May 10, May 22, June 1 and June 7&14 (2 part class): Health, Safety and Emergency Preparedness: The health and safety of your pet is your primary concern as a pet owner, but how many of us know enough to help our pet in a true emergency, or better yet how to prevent an emergency or prepare for a disaster. These classes are designed to give you the information, resources and training you need to help save your pet in an emergency and to make you a more informed pet parent. Register today, www.novadogmagazine.com/events

May 15 and June 5: Hikes and Highballs: Enjoy the newest craft movement – handmade spirits. Virginia is becoming home to a wonderful set of craft distilleries, but not all are dog friendly.

However, the fine folks at Catoctin have an affection for our four-legged friends. This Hike ends at Catoctin Distillery where we’ll all enjoy a fido-friendly tour and meal. There are options for tasting, but they can’t be included in the fee due to state regulations. All hikes are optional and you

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Many dates and locations to choose from: Dog Toy Making: Have Fun & Do Good! Join our experienced trainer to learn critical lifesaving and injury prevention information while you also enjoy making some safe dog toys for you to take home for your dog AND for you to give to the rescue organizations for enjoyment by the dogs in their care. Brighten your own dog’s day and be able to help those in need. This is a fantastic opportunity to give back to animals in need. All materials included. You’ll make a minimum of 2 different dog toys! Children welcome. Register Here: www.novadogmagazine. com/events

Many dates and locations to choose from: Treatastic Bake Nights: The most fun way we can think of to make tasty, healthy treats for your favorite dog . These events introduce you to great new recipes, tips, tricks of the trade, and new friends. On top of all that, you leave with dozens of healthy, homemade, preservative free treats and go home to a clean kitchen! Great date night or girls night out event! Grab a drink, roll up your sleeves and join us for an evening of treat baking fun. Register Here: www.novadogmagazine.com/events

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Upcoming Events March 18-20 – Super Pet Expo: Fri: 3-8pm,

May – HSFC Dog Walk Fundraiser: Exact

Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm at the Dulles Expo Center, 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, VA 20153. WELCOME TO THE PET LOVERS DREAM WEEKEND! To buy tickets and learn more, visit http:// www.superpetexpo.com/chantilly.

dates TBD. Details will be announced soon at www. hsfc.org or contact outreach@hsfc.org.

April – October - Doggy Happy Hour at Hotel Monaco Alexandria: Happy Hour has become an Old Town institution, uniting folks and fourlegged friends every Tuesday at 5 p.m. Complimentary doggy treats and fresh water keep canine guests content, while Jackson 20’s bar menu satiates everyone else. For more details, visit http://www.monaco-alexandria.com/boutique-hotel-amenities/courtyard/#sthash.

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April - HSFC Baby Animal Shower: Exact dates TBD. Details will be announced at www.hsfc.org or contact outreach@hsfc.org.

April 17 - 5th Annual Dogs Walk Fundraiser: Celebrate You and Your Dog as you Support K9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park 13000 Minnieville Rd., Woodbridge, VA. All proceeds go toward improving the Park. To pre-register, visit www.pwcdogs.com/ upcomingevents.

April 23 - Pups in the Park: Bring your dog to the baseball game. But tickets at http://washington. nationals.mlb.com/schedule/promotions.jsp?c_id=was.

April 23-24 - Dog Days Bloom Festival: Bring your pup to the Bloom Festival at Great Country Farms at Bluemont, VA. Your family can enjoy the spring bloom season and a good romp on the farm with your family’s canine companions! For more details, visit http://greatcountryfarms.com/festivals-events/dogdays-bloom-festival/.

May 1- Bark in the Park: Bring your favorite 4-legged P-Nats fan out to the ballpark! All dogs are welcome to enjoy the game with their owners! Dogs (and owners) are also welcome to participate in a pregame dog parade. Buy tickets at http://www.milb.com/ promotions/index.jsp?sid=t436

May 1 - Alexandria’s Walk for Animals.

Put on your walking shoes and show your support for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria! The mile-long walk takes place in Old Town Alexandria’s Market Square and will feature fun games for kids and dogs alike. Visit AlexandriaAnimals.org/walk to register.

May 7 - Paws in the Park: 10 am - 2 pm.

Demonstrations, exhibitors, vendors--they’ll have it all.

For more details contact Kerri Syrus at kerri_syrus@ nps.gov or 703-221-7181.

May 7 - Walk for the Animals: The Animal Welfare League of Arlington will host the Annual Walk for the Animals at Bluemont Park in Arlington. This event brings together hundreds of local animal lovers and their canine companions for a walk to benefit AWLA shelter animals and support the services and programs that the League provides to the community.

More details at https://www.awla.org/events/.

May 7 – Reston Pet Fiesta: This outdoor festival brings together local businesses, animal rescue groups and pet owners for an exciting day of activities, demonstrations and animals galore. Enjoy onstage entertainment, face painting and caricature artists.

Gather the kids and join in for a day of pets and fun for the whole family! For more details, visit http://www. petfiesta.org/.

May 12 - AWLA Calendar Contest: People can submit photos of their pets and vote to raise money for AWLA. The winners will have a painting made from their pet’s photo that will be the cover of the calendar and also a mural on the side of our building! Details to follow at https://www.awla.org/events/.

May 14 & 27 - Pups in the Park: Bring your dog to the baseball game. But tickets at http:// washington.nationals.mlb.com/schedule/promotions. jsp?c_id=was.

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May 15 – BarkPark at Taste of Arlington: Lap up the excitement with your dog, friends

May 26 - Low Cost Rabies & Microchip Clinic. Bring proof of a prior rabies shot (a rabies

and family at the Taste of Arlington BarkPark. Your $5 entry ticket includes all the water your dog can drink and one complimentary beer or wine for Mom or Dad (age 21 and over)! To buy tickets, visit http://www. ballstonbid.com/taste/tickets.

certificate, not a tag) to get a three-year rabies shot.

Without it, your pet will receive a one-year shot. More details at https://www.awla.org/events/.

June - HSFC Wine Tasting Fundraiser: Exact dates TBD. Details will be posted at www.hsfc. org or contact outreach@hsfc.org .

P.O.Box 239, Vernon, VA 22121 JuneMount 4 - Springfield Days PetFest: 9am 3pm at the South Run RECenter. PetFest is a commuphone - 703-780-4400 nity event for all pet lovers—agility demonstration; fun May 21 - Let’s Get Lucky Casino Night: on-stage presentations; and rescue demonstrafax-search 815-301-8304 Lucky Dog Animal Rescue annually gives thousands tion; pet photos and children’s activities– just to name a of animals a second, third, or even a fourth support@petloverscompanion.com chance at few. For more details, visit www.springfielddays.com.

May 20 – 22 - Greys & Grapes: A wine tast-

ing celebration and fundraiser presented by the Virginia Greyhound Adoption. More details at http://greysandgrapes.com/.

finding a loving forever home. By sponsoring one of the casino night tables or purchasing a ticket, you—or your company—can help share the luck. Details to follow at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org.

June 13 - Pups in the Park: Bring your dog

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June 10-12 - DockDogs Championship at Celebrate Fairfax: Northern Virginia’s largest community-wide celebration, will take place at the Fairfax County Government Center. The world’s premier canine aquatics competition, DockDogs is a national dog jumping competition that will feature four-legged athletes from around the region. Dock jumping is a fun and exciting canine sport open to all breeds. Visit http://celebratefairfax.com/things-to-do/fairfax-countydockdogs-championship/ to pre-register.

calendar or even win the top prize of being crowned Alexandria’s Animal of the Year! Exact dates TBD. Visit AlexandriaAnimals.org/calendar for details.

August 27 - Wag and Whiskers: Wags n’ Whiskers is a community-oriented event for animalloving shoppers of all ages to spend a day at The Village at Shirlington with their pet. 10am – 4pm. For more details, visit www.villageatshirlington.com/events/ upcoming-events.

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The Dangers of Xylitol for Pets

By Rachel Ray

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Common products that include xylitol are candies/gum, chocolate, desserts, honey, jam/ syrups, drink powders, medication/vitamins, and many dental products. A big surprise for many pet owners is that xylitol is now popping up in peanut butters. For a growing list of products that contain xylitol visit www.preventivevet. com/xylitol-products-toxic-for-dogs. Not only do you want to avoid purposely feeding your pet xylitol, you will want to keep these items out of reach of your pet. Store these items in a safe and secure place.

Even the smallest amount of xylitol can wreak havoc on a pet’s system causing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), liver failure, seizures, or death. There is no antidote for xylitol toxicity, but your veterinarian can provide supportive care to help your pet recover if treated in a timely manner.

Symptoms of xylitol ingestion occur quickly,

usually within 15-30 minutes. Signs that your pet’s blood sugar is lowering rapidly include any of the following: • Vomiting • Weakness • Shaking or tremors • Lethargy • Difficulty walking or standing • Seizures If you suspect your pet ingested a product containing xylitol, it is important to contact your veterinarian immediately. Do not wait for your pet to show symptoms.

Rachel Ray is the Director of Marketing for eight Caring Hands Animal Hospital locations in Northern Virginia & Maryland. She lives in Winchester, VA with her husband and their three dogs. Her hobbies include photography, graphic design, interior decorating, and Florida State football games. She is a decent cook, but not enough to be famous.

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One of the most rewarding aspects of starting my practice is having clients tell me that their animals would not receive veterinary care if it were not for our efforts. We see dogs larger than their owners who when they break a bone or blow a knee ligament would not be able to have x-rays taken as they are unable to transport them. Many senior dogs with arthritis and other orthopedic conditions shun car rides as they age and benefit from a house call veterinarian.

Likewise if an owner is unable to drive due to various reasons including visual impairment, neurological conditions, advanced age, or other medical issues, we serve as a valuable lifeline for their companion’s health care. We see dogs that have seizures when taken to a normal brick and mortar hospital, but allow our trained staff to perform a complete examination with their tails wagging. Some dogs are not good around other dogs, but are fine during a house call visit. Some clients trust me with the ultimate responsibility: to perform humane euthanasia on their loved one when their quality of life has diminished due to age, organ failure, cancer, or other reasons. By far though the most common class of animals that would not receive medical

care without our efforts are cats. Not a week will pass without a client commenting that they have not been able to take their cat to the vet for years as they are unable to get their cat in its carrier. Felines can be very particular creatures and the combination of rounding them up, stuffing them into a cat carrier, and then driving them to a hospital to wait in a room with a bunch of dogs barking can take even the most patient feline past their limit. Our mobile hospital allows a client to place food in a confined space, shut the door, and let us handle the rest. Often times we are able to obtain a more detailed physical exam when a cat has not been through this extremely stressful process and are way past their limit before a veterinarian can even put their hands on him or her.

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Unfortunately, most of our four-legged friends don’t give us clear signs when they are uncomfortable or in pain. Occasionally, they will cry out or limp, but most of the indicators are subtler.

We can easily pass these changes off as “old age,” cognitive dysfunction, or behavioral issues, such as aggression.

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Pawsitive Healing Energy with Reiki

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Canines are perfect candidates and can be

helped tremendously with Reiki. You can in fact help that furry friend that has changed your life by showing you the purest form of compassion, forgiveness, selflessness and love. Through Reiki, you can give back. Reiki for dogs has been a great success because of a dog’s positive acceptance of this energy. It is well known what a keen sense of intuition our dogs have. They sense our intentions, good or bad, and so they in turn welcome and receive this healing energy that they so much need. Our intention and approach when offering Reiki is of extreme importance. If our approach is not well intentioned or is forceful, it will be rejected, even if your dog was open to receiving this healing energy. This energy cannot be given by force, it is a passive offering

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The Benefits of Doggie Daycare

By Bilal Malik

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azzie was driving her owners crazy. She was an energetic Labrador Retriever with plenty of love to give, but she turned into a terror whenever her pet parents were away. She’d rip up carpet, chew on shoes, and tear into their leather couch with abandon. When I met Jazzie’s parents they were on the verge of giving her up, just to get their sanity back.

I explained that Jazzie was not a bad dog.

She was a bored, lonely, anxious dog whose needs were not getting met in her parent’s one bedroom Alexandria condo. Both of her parents worked long hours and had assumed a dog would be fine with food, water, a few toys and a twice daily walk. This is a common assumption, if an utterly incorrect one.

I suggested trying her out on doggie daycare five days a week, and they saw an immediate change in Jazzie’s behavior. The carpet was safe…even if Jazzie’s parents stepped out to go and enjoy their weekend. Jazzie was able to remain in her forever home.

Doggie daycare isn’t just some hipster idea

designed for anxious millennials who spoil their dogs rotten. It’s a way of meeting your dog’s very real instinctive need to run, play, and frolic.

Dogs are highly social pack animals who need the company of both humans and other dogs.

They’re also very physical animals who need the opportunity to use their bodies. They also sometimes need to go to the bathroom more than twice a day, just like you or I do.

Don’t feel guilty if, like Jazzie’s parents, you’ve assumed otherwise in the past. There is plenty of bad information out there when it comes to dogs and their needs. You wouldn’t be the first person to assume animals are fine on their own, and you won’t be the last.

Doggie daycare offers other benefits besides the behavioral ones. For example, the modern dog also struggles with obesity because he rarely has enough space to run around in at home. By taking your dog to daycare you ensure he gets the exercise he needs.

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Finally, there’s the benefit people rarely consider: someone is there, watching your dog for signs of distress. If your dog chokes on something at home while you’re at work, for example, there’s simply nobody there to help him. When you choose a good dog daycare you get dedicated attendants who can help your dog stay safe. Here at Reserved Barking we feel that’s so important that we actually got our entire staff pet CPR certified.

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Often, you’ll find the solution you’re looking for.

Bilal Malik is a lifelong canine enthusiast, former code-of-ethics breeder, rescuer, and behaviorist who was inspired to start his own dog daycare, boarding, and training facility where he could fundamentally incorporate his deep understanding of individual and pack-based canine behavior acquired over a lifetime of working with dogs.

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Dogtopia

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10352 Balls Ford Road....................................703-278-2101

K9ZENTIME

www.k9zentime.com/ k9zentime@gmail.com

Falls Church, VA .............................................571-406-4856

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Dog Training

Dog Training Olde Towne Pet Resort

www.OldeTownePetResort.com

21460 Squire Court, Dulles.............................571-434-3300 8101 Alban Road, Springfield.........................703-455-9000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

Canine Curriculum VA

www.caninecurriculumva.com

First Landing Way, Burke VA...........................703-472-9828

Dog Walking Services

AGAPE Pet care

www.agapepetcare.com

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Springfield

Grooming

Olde Towne Pet Resort

www.OldeTownePetResort.com

8101 Alban Road................................................. 703-455-9000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

Sterling

Dulles Executive Pet Center www.DullesExec.com

44931 Lane Court...........................................703-709-1111 SEE OUR AD ON OUTSIDE BACK COVER

Laser Surgery/Therapy

Centreville......................................................703-915-1858

Caring Hands Animal Hospital

Becky’s Pet Care, Inc.

295 S. Van Dorn St, Alexandria.......................703-778-2500 5659 Stone Road, Centreville.........................703-830-5700 2955C South Glebe Road, Arlington...............703-535-3100 12733 Braemar Village Plaza,Bristow.............703-368-7300

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

www.BeckysPetCare.com

Serving Northern Virginia..............................703-822-0933 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15

Walking the Dogs, LLC

www.WalkingDogsVA.com

Felicia@walkingdogsva.com Serving Burke, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Lorton, and Springfield..............................................703-473-9768

Emergency Animal Hospitals

Leesburg

The LifeCentre

Redefining Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Care www.TLCvets.com 165 Fort Evans Road, NE.................................703-831-6296

Arlington

Grooming

Happy Grooming

www.happygroomingva.com

3301 Lee Highway..........................................703-528-7292

Dulles

Olde Towne Pet Resort

www.OldeTownePetResort.com

21460 Squire Court............................................. 571-434-3300 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

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SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

Massage Olde Towne Pet Resort

www.OldeTownePetResort.com

21460 Squire Court, Dulles.............................571-434-3300 8101 Alban Road, Springfield.........................703-455-9000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

Mobile Veterinary Services NoVa Mobile Vet

www.novamobilevet.com

8390 Terminal Road Suite E, Lorton, VA...... 1-866-946-7387 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

Pet Assessories & Supplies Chicos Natural Pet Depot

www.chicospetdepot.com

Falls Church .....................................................703-750-667

A to Z LISTINGS - Products & Services

Sterling

Veterinarians by Name

Pet Relocation

Dulles Executive Pet Center www.DullesExec.com

44931 Lane Court...........................................703-709-1111 SEE OUR AD ON OUTSIDE BACK COVER

Pet Sitting Services AGAPE Pet care

www.agapepetcare.com

Centreville......................................................703-830-6623 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

At Home Cat Care

www.athomecatcare.biz

felinecare@aol.com........................................703-820-8156 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19

Becky’s Pet Care, Inc.

www.BeckysPetCare.com

Serving Northern Virginia..............................703-822-0933 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15

National Capital Area Professional Pet Sitters Network A network of professional pet sitting businesses in Maryland, DC & Virginia www.ncapetsitters.com Hire An Affiliated Member To Care For Your Pet SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 21

Sit-A-Pet

www.sitapet.com

Established 1980............................................703-243-3311 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 21

Swimming Olde Towne Pet Resort

www.OldeTownePetResort.com

21460 Squire Court, Dulles.............................571-434-3300 8101 Alban Road, Springfield.........................703-455-9000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 51

Alexandria

Training

Reserved Barking

www.reservedbarking.com

6404 Telegraph Rd.........................................703-417-9755 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

Springfield

Reserved Barking

www.reservedbarking.com

7500 Fullerton Rd...........................................703-337-4777 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

Training & Therapy

Sterling

Dulles Executive Pet Center www.DullesExec.com

44931 Lane Court...........................................703-709-1111 SEE OUR AD ON OUTSIDE BACK COVER

Trap, Neuter, Return Alley Cat Rescue, Inc.

www.saveacat.org

Serving cats in VA, DC, MD..............................301-277-5595 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27

Veterinarians

by Name Fennell, Allison, D.V.M.

at Colonial Animal Hospital www.colonialvets.com

6320 Springfield Plaza, Springfield................703-451-5400

Cheema, Sandeep S., DVM Cheema, Randip, DVM

at Potomac Valley Veterinary Hospital www.PVVH.com

9555 Braddock Road, Fairfax..........................703-425-7387 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19

Dr. Charles Eastin

www.sterlingparkvet.com

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800 W. Church Rd Sterling, VA .................................................. 703-430-3000

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Veterinarians

by Specialty Cardiology

CVCA - Cardiac Care for Pets www.cvcavets.com

Offices located in: Vienna............................................................703-281-7717 Fairfax............................................................571-348-3888 Leesburg........................................................703-669-9311 Richmond......................................................804-497-8940 Springfield.....................................................703-451-4868 Maryland Offices............................................410-224-0039 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 2

Dentistry

Hollin Hall Animal Hospital

www.HollinHallAnimalHospital.com

7930 Fort Hunt Rd., Alexandria......................703-660-0044 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19

Holistic

Veterinary Holistic Center www.vhcnova.com

7950 Woodruff Ct. Suite 1 Springfield, VA...............................................703-662-4494 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27

House Calls

NoVa Mobile Vet

www.novamobilevet.com

8390 Terminal Road Suite E, Lorton, VA...... 1-866-946-7387 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23

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Veterinarians

by Specialty

Laser Surgery

Caring Hands Animal Hospital www.caringhandsvet.com

295 S. Van Dorn St, Alexandria.......................703-778-2500 5659 Stone Road, Centreville.........................703-830-5700 2955C South Glebe Road, Arlington...............703-535-3100 12733 Braemar Village Plaza,Bristow.............703-368-7300 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

Laser Therapy

Caring Hands Animal Hospital www.caringhandsvet.com

295 S. Van Dorn St, Alexandria.......................703-778-2500 43300 Southern Walk Plaza, #124, Ashburn...703-726-0446 5659 Stone Road, Centreville, Virginia............703-830-5700 12733 Braemar Village Plaza,Bristow.............703-368-7300 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16

Surgery & Rehabilitative Medicine

Veterinary Surgical Centers

www.veterinarysurgicalcenters.com

Vienna............................................................703-242-6000 Leesburg........................................................703-771-2100 Winchester.....................................................540-450-0177 Woodbridge...................................................703-242-6000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 29

Surgery & Ultrasound Imaging

Sterling Animal Hospital

www.SterlingParkVet.com

800 W. Church Rd. Sterling, VA.......................703-430-3000

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hese parks provide a wonderful opportunity for dogs to exercise and socialize with other canines. Some dog parks are private and for members only with fees and strict enforcement of park rules. Private parks are rare. Parks are public. They are the result of grassroots movements and rely largely on users to adhere to rules, clean up after the dogs, and keep the peace by removing aggressive animals. Without the screening required by private parks, there is no way of knowing if all public park participants are properly socialized and are current on vaccinations.

Most parks operate smoothly. Some parks provide space for dogs to run off leash while others set the stage for positive interaction among pets and people.

Note: Some parks may not be completely fenced. Usage may be limited to residents of the particular area.

Alexandria Ben Brenman Park by Backlick Creek Chetworth Park at Chetworth Place Del Ray Park at Simpson Stadium - Monroe Ave. Duke Street Dog Park - 5005 Duke Street Montgomery Park - Corner of Fairfax and 1st Streets Westgrove Dog Park - www.westgrovepack.org

Annandale Mason District Park - 6621 Columbia Park

Arlington Benjamin Banneker Park - 1600 Block N. Sycamore Clarendon Park - 13th, Herndon & Hartford Streets Fort Barnard - S. Pollard Street and S. Walter Reed Dr. Fort Ethan Allen Dog Park - 3829 North Stafford Glencarlyn Park - 301 S. Harrison Street Shirlington Park - 2601 S. Arlington Mill Drive Towers Park - 801 S. Scott Street Utah Park - 3191 South Utah Street

Chantilly

Rock Hill District Run - 15150 Old Lee Road

Herndon

Chandon - 900 Palmer Drive

Oakton

Blake Lane Park - 10033 Blake Land near Bushman Dr.

Reston

Baron Cameron Park - 11300 Baron Cameron Avenue

Springfield

South Run District Park - 7550 Reservation Drive

Vienna

Moorefield Park - 700 Courthouse Road, SW

Woodbridge K9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park - Minnieville Rd, PWCDogs.com

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Pet Friendly Apartments Alexandria

Abbotts Run, CD, BR................................................................. 703-799-0099 Aspen, The, C - Up to 2 cats................................... 703-683-1215 Barton’s Crossing, CD, BR........................................ 703-370-7200 Beacon Hill, CD to 35#,BR..................................... 703-768-4800 Belle Haven Towers, CD to 25#................................. 703-329-0400 Bennington Crossing, CD, BR.................................... 703-354-0911 Brookevile Townhomes, C......................................... 703-370-1330 Cascade at Landmark, CD, BR................................... 703-461-3636 Courts of Mt. Vernon, CD to 25#............................... 703-360-8812 Elms at Kingstown, The, CD to 35#............................ 703-922-6336 Foxchase, CD to 35#............................................. 703-823-3500 Golden Gate, CD to 25#......................................... 703-820-2717 Hunting Point, C.................................................... 703-567-2828 Huntington Gateway, C............................................ 703-960-5401 Millbrook at Mark Ctr., CD to 75#, BR........................ 703-578-7800 Mt. Vernon Square, CD to 75#,BR............................. 703-768-3200 Orleans Village, CD to 70#, BR................................ 703-658-7770 Parkwood Court, CD to 50#..................................... 703-751-2660 Pointe at Park Center, CD.......................................... 703-671-7368 Reserve-Potomac Yard, CD, BR.................................. 703-299-0300 Ridgely, CD to 75#, BR......................................... 703-924-1000 Rose Hill, CD, BR.................................................. 703-971-4600 Sacramento Square, CD to 100#, BR......................... 703-360-1600 South Port, CD to 25#........................................... 703-751-4200 Strand at Alexandria, CD to 30#............................... 703-370-7036 Sussex at Kingstowne, CD, BR................................... 703-922-1808 Washington Square, CD to 25#................................ 703-780-5353 Willow Run, CD to 80#, BR.................................... 703-578-7840

Annandale

Fairmont Gardens, C................................................ 703-578-7880 Ravensworth Towers, C............................................ 703-256-5042

Arlington

Claridge House, CD, BR........................................... 703-671-1777 Columbia Crossing, CD, BR....................................... 703-685-0855 Dominion Plaza, C.................................................. 703-920-2000 Dorchester Apartments, C......................................... 703-920-0230 Gallery at Virginia Square, CD to 75#........................ 1-866-506-2479 Hampton, The, CD to 30#....................................... 703-920-5220 Park Shirlington, CD to 50#.................................... 703-931-1900 Potomac Towers,C................................................... 703-524-2220 Stratford Towers, C................................................. 703-671-4990 Rosslyn Heights, CD to 50#..................................... 703-522-0700 VanMetre at Fort Georgetown, CD, BR......................... 703-525-4044 Warwick House, CD to 80#, BR............................. 1-877-316-5150 Windsor-Shirlington Vill., CD to 85#,BR..................... 703-379-4141 Woodbury Park, C.................................................. 703-528-3640

Ashburn

Arbors at Broadland, CD to 85#, BR.......................... 703-726-0274 Ashburn Meadows, CD to 80#, BR........................... 703-723-3390 Grove at Flynn’s Crossing, CD to 50#........................... 703-724-7889 Saddle Ridge, CD, BR............................................. 703-729-0090 Stone Ridge at University Ctr, CD, BR........................... 703-729-9810 University Heights, CD, BR....................................... 703-729-2888

Centreville

Bent Tree, CD to 80#, BR....................................... 703-266-7812 Elms at Centerville, CD to 50#, BR............................ 703-830-6464 Lakeside, CD to 80#, BR....................................... 703-830-2700

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Centreville

Lee Overlook, CD to 35#, BR.................................. 703-222-3733 Post Corners, CD to 85#, BR................................... 703-830-7678 Madison Ridge, CD to 70#, BR................................ 703-968-7805 Westfield Village, CD, BR......................................... 703-631-9535 Woodway at Trinity Center, CD to 80#................................. 703-830-1185

Dale City

Stoney Ridge, CD, BR............................................. 703-680-3162

Dumfries

Melrose, The, CD to 100#, BR................................. 703-221-3111 Virginia Commons, CD to 35#, BR............................ 703-221-4838

Fairfax

Archstone Fair Lakes, CD to 80#, BR.......................... 703-631-7373 Arbors at Autumn Lakes, CD to 75#, BR..................... 703-818-2332 Arbors in Fair Lakes, The, CD, BR ............................... 703-631-7373 Avalon-Prividence Park, CD, BR................................. 703-691-1097 East Meadow, CD to 80#, BR.................................. 703-968-7900 Ellipse at Archstone, The CD, BR................................. 703-968-4440 Fairfax Circle Villa, CD to 35#, BR............................. 703-591-8574 Gainsborough Court, CD, BR..................................... 703-591-4643 Hermitage, The, CD, BR.......................................... 703-352-7368 Jefferson at Fair Oaks, CD, BR................................... 703-277-7000 Layton Hall, CD to 50#, BR.................................... 703-273-1013 Lincoln at Fair Oaks, CD,BR...................................... 703-449-8900 Margate Manor, CD to 30#..................................... 703-323-0319 Merrifield Village, CD to 100#................................. 703-560-5902 Oakton Park, CD to 20#......................................... 703-273-7813 Post Forest, CD, BR................................................ 703-968-7678 Providence Hall, CD to 15#..................................... 703-280-4050 Regents Park, CD to 70#........................................ 703-352-0300 Reserve At Fairfax Corner, CD, BR............................... 703-352-4741 Shenandoah Crossing, CD to 45# ,BR........................ 703-631-0190 Summit Fair Lakes, CD, BR....................................... 703-222-3086 VanMetre at Fairfax Square, CD, BR............................703-591-5498 Windsor at Fair Lakes, CD to 90#, BR......................... 703-631-0736

Falls Church

Barcroft Plaza, C.................................................... 703-820-7343 Barcroft View, C..................................................... 703-820-6161 Fairfield Crossing, CD to 30#,BR.............................. 703-560-5656 Munson Hill Towers, C.............................................. 703-820-7333 New Fairfax Towers, C.............................................. 703-893-0001 Peachtree of McLean, C............................................ 703-893-1415 Prestwick Towers, CD.............................................. 703-534-8020 Tysons Glen, CD to 100#,BR................................... 703-893-7771

Herndon

Archstone Dulles, CD to 100#, BR............................ 703-561-1200 Archstone Woodland Park, CD to 100#, BR.................. 703-707-8511 Archstone Woodgate, CD to 100#, BR....................... 703-435-4500 Dulles Center, CD to 30#, BR.................................. 703-713-6060 Dulles Greene, CD to 80#, BR................................. 703-834-7100 Parkridge Gardens, CD to 25#.................................. 703-471-9338 Stuart Woods, CD to 100#, BR................................ 703-471-7464 The Fields of Herndon, CD, BR................................... 703-713-0010 Village at McNair Farms, CD, BR................................. 703-713-0910 Windsor at Liongate, CD, BR.................................... 703-561-0300

Leesburg

Archstone Bellemeade Farms, CD, BR.......................... 703-771-8738 Glen at Leesburg, CD, BR......................................... 703-771-0204

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Policies may change regularly.

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Leesburg

Hunters Crossing, CD, BR......................................... 703-777-3863 Van Meter at Tuscarora Creek, CD-65#......................... 703-771-9212 Windsor at Fieldstone, CD, BR................................... 703-777-3401

Lorton - Ft. Belvoir

Canterbury Square, C............................................... 703-780-1000 Woods of Fairfax, The, CD, BR................................. 703-550-9331 Woodside Apartments, CD. BR.................................. 703-550-7833

Manassas

Glen at White Pines, CD to 35#, BR........................... 703-631-1451 Coverstone, CD to 25#, BR..................................... 703-631-0063 Maplewood Park, CD to 25#.................................... 703-368-1717 Ravens Crest, CD to 60#, BR................................... 703-369-3941 Sunnygate Village, CD to 60#, BR............................ 703-369-0475 Wellington Place, CD, BR........................................ 703-361-8001 Westgate, CD to 50#, BR...................................... 703-368-9618

McLean

Avalon Crescent, CD, BR.......................................... 703-821-9191 Common of McLean, CD to 60#................................ 703-356-0500 Dolley Madisons,- Tysons, CD to 25#.......................... 703-893-6440 Gates of McLean, CD............................................... 703-506-0439 Lincoln at Tysons, CD to 75#, BR.............................. 703-734-3030

Oakton - Vienna

Airwood Park, CD to 75#, BR.................................. 703-938-8567 Merrifield Village, CD to 100#, BR........................... 703-560-5902 Oaks Of Tysons, CD to 90#, BR................................ 703-281-0331

Reston

Charter Oak, CD, BR.............................................. 703-471-5335 Fairway Apartments, CD to 80#, BR.......................... 703-471-5034 North Point Villas, CD to 85#, BR............................. 703-481-1230 St. Johns Wood, CD to 85#, BR................................ 703-709-8320 Summit Reston, CD to 75#, BR............................... 703-435-1880 Sycamores, The, CD to 80#, BR............................... 703-471-1004 Waterside, CD to 90#, BR...................................... 703-478-0640 Winterthur Apartments, CD to 25#, BR...................... 703-620-3366

Springfield

Chelsea Square, C .................................................. 703-451-8550 Merrifield Village, CD to 20#................................... 703-560-5902 Springfield Gardens, CD to 25#................................ 703-451-2561 Springfield Square, C............................................... 703-256-4575 VanMetre-Saratoga Square, CD, BR............................ 703-455-1100 West Springfield Terrace, CD to 80#, BR..................... 703-569-0555

Sterling

Cascades Commons, CD, BR..................................... 703-404-2000 Chase Heritage, CD to 40#...................................... 703-450-7172 Muirfield Woods, CD............................................... 703-444-9400 Potomac Overlook, CD, BR....................................... 703-450-0588 Village at Potomac Falls, CD, BR................................ 703-421-9111

Woodbridge

Dominion Lake Ridge, CD, BR................................... 703-490-4802 Dominion Middle Ridge, CD...................................... 703-551-0500 Fox Run, CD to 25#, BR........................................ 703-221-2700 Lancaster Mill, CD to 60#, BR................................. 703-491-2020 Misty Ridge, CD to 55#, BR.................................... 703-691-9217 River Woods, CD to 25#, BR................................... 703-221-5513 Springwoods, CD to 45#, BR.................................. 703-590-2297 Summerland Heights, CD to 75#, BR........................ 703-492-1305 Windsor at Potomac Vista, CD, BR.............................. 703-643-2147 Windsor Park, CD to 75#, BR.................................. 703-590-3006

C = Cat Allowed CD = Cat & Dog BR = Breed Restrictions CD to 20# = Cats and dogs to 20 pounds Birds and aquariums normally accepted.

Pet Friendly Hotels The hotel chains listed below accept pets at many of their locations.

Call the 800 numbers to verify pet policies for specific hotels on your travel routes.

Best Western. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-528-1234 Chase/Comfort Inn . . . . . . . . . 800-228-5150 Days Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-329-7466 Extended Stay/America. . . . . . 800-398-7829 Holiday Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-465-4329 Howard Johnson. . . . . . . . . . . 800-446-4656 Hyatt Hotels & Resorts . . . . . . 800-554-9288 La Quinta Inns. . . . . . . . . . . . . 866-725-1661 Loews Hotels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-235-6397 Marriott/Residence Inn. . . . . . 800-228-9290 Motel 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-466-8356 Radisson Hotels . . . . . . . . . . . 800-333-3333 Red Roof Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800-843-7663 Sheraton/Westin. . . . . . . . . . . 800-325-3535

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Non-Profit Groups

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ocal organizations in this section rely on the contributions of animal lovers like you to care for thousands of abused, abandoned, and injured animals each year. Here are a few ways that you can help: 1. Send a check or make an online donation to the non-profit organization of your choice.

2. Name one of these groups in your will, charitable trust, or insurance policy.

3. Donate real estate, a car or boat, stocks, etc.

4. Donate goods and professional services.

Please consider saving a life by adopting from one of the following rescue groups. These people generously volunteer their time and money toward helping out animal friends. We have provided the most local, updated information however, this information changes rapidly.

ADOPTION/RESCUE BIRD/EXOTICS

Foster Parrots, Ltd. www.fosterparrots.com 781-878-3733 Phoenix Landing www.phoenixlanding.org 866-749-5634

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT

Animal Allies www.animalallies.com 703-940-9183 4 Paws Rescue Team www.fourpaws.org Fancy Cats Rescue Team www.fancycats.org • 703-961-1056 Feline Foundation of Greater Washington, Inc. www.ffgw.org • 703-920-8665

5. Ask for a copy of their “wish lists”.

6. VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME. A note to our readers: If you are aware of a non-profit organization not listed in our book that provides services to the animal community, LET US KNOW! Part of our mission is the betterment of the animal community through awareness and education.

PLEASE HELP US by letting your animal-related service provider know that you support Pet Lovers Companion and ask them to make it visible at their place of business. Directories are provided free of charge to those who request them.

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT

Little Buddies Adoption and Humane Society www.littlebuddies.org 703-946-3632 Siamese Cat Rescue Center www.siameserescue.org 540-672-6373

Tails High

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT & DOG

City of Manassas Animal Control & Adoption Center www.manassascity.org Adoption Center 703-257-2420 Animal Control 730-257-8009 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 17

www.tailshigh.org 202-390-5878

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue www.homewardtrails.org 703-766-2647

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CAT & DOG

Humane Society of Fairfax County www.hsfc.org •703-385-7387

SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27

Briggs Animal Adoption Center www.baacs.org • 304-724-6558 Caring Hearts Rescue www.caringheartsrescue.org 703-483-9350

Humane Society of Loudoun County www.humaneloudoun.org 703-777-2912

Friends of Homeless Animals www.foha.org • 703-385-0224

Lost Dog & Cat Rescue www.lostdogrescue.org 703-295-3647

Homeless Animal Rescue Team - HART www.hart90.org • 703-691-4278

Pet Assistance League P.A.L. www.pal-va.org • 540-659-5018

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Non-Profit Groups ADOPTION/RESCUE-CAT & DOG

Rikki’s Refuge www.rikkisrefuge.org • 540-854-0870 SPCA of Northern Virginia www.spcanova.org • 703-799-9390

ADOPTION/RESCUE-CAT (FERAL)

Alley Cat Rescue

www.saveacat.org • 301-277-5595 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 17

Metro Ferals www.metroferals.org • 703-528-7782

ADOPTION/RESCUE - CHICKEN Eastern Shore Chicken Sanctuary www.vine.bravebirds.org

ADOPTION/RESCUE - DOG

A Forever Home www.aforeverhome.org 703-961-8690

Last Chance Animal Rescue www.lastchanceanimalrescue.org 301-274-9409 Pups 2 Luv www.pups2luv.com • 703-644-1292

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ADOPTION/RESCUE - DOG Second Chance Dog Rescue www.secondchancedog.com 540-752-1741

ADOPTION/RESCUE DOGS BY BREED

For breed-specific rescues see pages 46-48 ADOPTION/RESCUE - EQUINE

Roxie’s Fund Rescue www.roxiesfund.org• 301-962-7509

Eagle Hill Equine Rescue www.eaglehillequinerescue.org 540-399-1982

MAGDRL Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue League www.magdrl.org • 703-644-8009

Equine Rescue League www.equinerescueleague.org 540-822-4577

Mutt Love Rescue www.muttloverescue.org 703-577-0106

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Non-Profit Groups ADOPTION/RESCUE - EQUINE Humane Society of Fairfax County www.hsfc.org •703-385-7387

ADOPTION/RESCUE FARM ANIMALS Poplar Springs Animal Sanctuary www.animalsanctuary.org 301-428-8128

ADOPTION/RESCUE - FERRET

ADOPTION/RESCUE - REPTILE Triangle Iguana Rescue www.triangleiguanarescue.org Virginia Reptile Rescue www.vareptilerescue.org 540-605-5640

ADOPTION/RESCUE - TURTLE

MATTS - MidAtlantic Turtle & Tortoise Society www.matts-turtles.org 301-785-3390

Ferrets First www.ferretsfirst.org 703-849-8911 Ferrets R #1 Falls Church • 703-998-3151

ADOPTION / RESCUE - WILDLIFE

ADOPTION/RESCUE - GUINEA PIG

ANIMAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS

Metropolitan Guinea Pig Rescue www.mgpr.org

ADOPTION/RESCUE - SMALL ANIMALS Humane Society of Fairfax County www.hsfc.org • 703-385-7387 N. American Rat & Mouse 609-932-1258 • www.narmci.8k.com

Wildlife Rescue League www.wildliferescueleague.org 703-391-8625

American Ferret Assoc. www.ferret.org • 888-FERRET-1 American Humane Assoc. www.americanhumane.org 303-792-9900 Animal Welfare League of Alexandria www.alexandriaanimals.org 703-746-4774

Small Angels Rescue www.smallangelsrescue.org

Animal Welfare League of Arlington www.awla.org • 703-931-9241

ADOPTION/RESCUE - RABBIT

Animal Welfare Society of Jefferson Co. www.awsjc.org • 304-725-0589

Bunny Lu Adoptions, Inc. www.bunnylu.org •703-753-0833 Friends of Rabbits www.friendsofrabbits.org House Rabbit Society www.rabbitsinthehouse.org 410.889.4104 Humane Society of Fairfax County www.hsfc.org • 703-385-7387

Audubon Society of Northern Virginia 703-256-6895 •www.audubonva.org

City of Manassas Animal Control & Adoption Center www.manassascity.org Adoption Center 703-257-2420 Animal Control 730-257-8009 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 17

ANIMAL WELFARE ORGANIZATIONS Fairfax County Animal Shelter www.fairfaxcounty.gov Shelter 703-830-1100 Animal Control 703-691-2131 Hearts United for Animals/Puppy Mill Rescue www.hua.org • 402-274-3679 Humane Society of the US www.humanesociety.org 202-452-1100 IMOM, Inc. www.imom.org Loudoun County Animal Shelter www.loudoun.gov •703-777-0406 National Humane Education Society www.nhes.org • 304-725-0506 National Wildlife Federation www.nwf.org • 800-822-9919 PETS - DC www.petsdc.org • 202-234-7387 Prince William SPCA www.pwspca.org • 703-722-2799 SPCA of Northern Virginia www.spcanova.org • 703-799-9390 The Shiloh Project www.theshilohproject.org 703-591-1556 Washington Humane Society www.washhumane.org 202-234-8626 Washington Animal Rescue League www.warl.org • 202-726-2556 World Parrot Trust USA www.parrots.org • 866-956-4347

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Non-Profit Groups PETS WITH DISABILITIES

SPAY/NEUTER - LOW COST

Pets with Disabilities www.petswithdisabilities.org 443-624-9270

Fairfax County Animal Shelter www.fairfaxcounty.gov 703-830-1100 Prince William County Animal Shelter 703-792-6465 Spay Inc. www.spay.org • 703-522-7920 Spay Today-BAAC www.baacs.org • 304-728-8330

SERVICE DOGS Blue Ridge Assistance blueridgeassistancedogs.org 703-369-5878

SERVICE DOGS Fidos For Freedom, Inc. 410-880-4178 www.fidosforfreedom.org

SERVICE DOGS SEARCH & RESCUE CHESARDA, Inc. www.chesarda.org • 410-602-3151 Mid-Atlantic D.O.G.S. www.midatlanticdogs.org 301-948-2840 Service Dogs of Virginia www.servicedogsva.org 434-295-9503

THERAPY ANIMALS Fairfax Pets on Wheels www.fairfaxpetsonwheels.org 703-324-5406 National Capital Therapy Dogs, Inc. www.nctdinc.org

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Adopt a Rescued Dog

There are several benefits to adopting a rescued dog. Many rescued dogs are mature adults who are housebroken. Adult dogs are past the stage of chewing on your shoes and furniture. They are loyal to the hand that feeds them, shelters them, and loves them. Give a loving pet a second chance – adopt.

Listed on the following pages are telephone contacts for individual dog breed rescues. If the breed you are looking for is not listed, it may be because the contact for that breed has declined to be in the book or we are not aware of them. Keep in mind when calling these contacts that in many cases you are calling someone’s home. Most of these people are volunteers who donate their time for the love of the breed. Be respectful of the hours you call. Also, be aware that it may take time to get a response to your call.

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Affenpinsher www.affenpinscherrescue.org Afghan Hound www.afghanhound.net 877-AF-RESCUE Airedale Terrier www.airedales-dc.org • 410-730-3144 Akita- ARMAC Jodi Marcus • 703-730-0844 armac.rescuegroups.org Alaskan Malamute Lezlie Crosswhite • 301-330-4181 American Brittany Andrea Bock • 301-293-4221 www.americanbrittanyrescue.com Australian Cattle Dog www.acdra.org Australian Shepherd www.ausierescue.org 877-277-4779

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Basenji www.mabasenji.org Basset Hound www.bassethoundrescueleague.net 301-292-3020 Basset Hound (BROOD) www.brood-va.org • 866-710-9476 Beagle www.brewbeagles.org 703-715-6370 Beagle Rescue of MD www.beaglemaryland.org 301-934-3616 Bearded Collie MABCR • www.mabcr.org Bedlington Terrier www.chelseabluebedlingtons.com • 703-255-9538

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Bernese Mountain Dog Sharon Hasenauer • 301-879-3586 www.pvbmdc.org Bichon Frise MBFR • www.bichonbash.com Border Collie Blue Ridge B.C. Rescue www.brbcr.org Border Terrier Joyce Kirm • 410-734-7276 Borzoi www.borzols.com • 410-592-5512 Boston Terrier Mary Hovey • 703-878-7464 Bouvier-ABRL www.abrl.org Boxer Diane Spessard • 703-620-5566 Bulldog- English 703-431-8612 www.otrbulldogrescue.org

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Bulldog Club of America Rescue Network www.rescuebulldogs.org Bulldog - French www.frenchbulldogrescue.org Bull Mastiff American www.bullmastiff.us Bull Terrier-BRBTC 703-815-7911 • brbtc.com

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Cairn Terrier www.potomacctc.org Cardigan Welsh Corgi www.cardiganrescue.org Chinese Crested www.crest-care.net Chinese Shar Pei Joyce Hanes • 301-881-1221 Chow Chow www.chowrescuenva.com • 703-573-0470

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Cocker Spaniel www.cockeradoption.org Cocker Spaniel Oldies but Goodies • 703-533-2373 Collie Rescue, Inc. www.savecollies.org • 703-579-9931 Corgi www.bassethoundrescueleague.com 301-292-3020

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Dachshund ann_donnawell@comcast.net www.drna.org Dachshund www.bassethoundrescueleague.net 301-292-3020 Dalmation CCDAL • www.ccdal.org Doberman www.dobe.net • 410-663-1694

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English Cocker Spaniel Marsha T. Wallace • 703-548-7641 English Setter www.englishsetterrescue.org 866-681-7084 English Toy Spaniel Mary Hoagland • 609-397-3148

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Flat-Coated Retriever www.fcrsainc.org

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German Shepherd VGSR • 703-435-2840 German Shorthaired Pointer www.mdgsprescue.org Golden Retriever-GRREAT www.grreat.org

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Golden Retriever-HEART www.goldheart.org 410-877-9697 Great Dane —MAGDRL www.magdrl.org • 703-644-8009 Great Pyranese Karen Reiter • 804-795-5318 Greyhound GreyhoundPetofAmerica/MD 800-600-8607 Greyhound www.greyrescue.org • 703-323-0118 Greyhound Fast Friends Greyhound Rescue 301-416-2028 • www.greytdogs.org

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Harrier www.harriers.net • 760-377-4758

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Ibizan Hound www.ihus.org Irish Setter Club of America www.irishrescue.org Irish Terrier Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733 Irish Wolfhound Tom & Diane Hartney • 703-759-6316

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Mastiff - English www.mastiffrescue.org 410-461-9228

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Newfoundland Donna McConn • 703-967-1000 www.cncnewfs.com Norwegian Elkhound elkiehelp@gmail.com

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Papillon Ellen Stuban • 248-668-8438 Pekingese Linda Maxwell • www.potomacpekes.org Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen PBGV • www.pbgv.org Pit Bull AAHA • 410-558-4554 Pointer 301-333-2249 www.pointerrescue.org Pomeranian Bernice Wiseman • 703-631-8535 Poodle Linda Elliot • 301-570-4300 Pug BJ Krieder • 703-256-5363

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Japanese Chin J CCARE www.japanesechinrescue.org

Rhodesian Ridgeback Jennifer Prel • 703-597-6657 Rottweiler www.roxiesfund.org • 301-962-7509

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Kerry Blue Terrier Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733 Komodor Komodor Club of America www.clubs.akc.org/kca

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Labrador Retriever LRCP, Inc. • 301-299-6756 www.lab-rescue.org Labrador Retriever Rescue, Inc. LRR • 301-868-3524 Lakeland Terrier/Norwich Terrier Al Ferruggiaro • 301-421-1930 Lhasa Apso www.lhasaapsorescue.org 410-721-0053

Samoyed www.samrescue.com Schipperke Susan Fogleman • 757-926-4467 www.schipperkerescue.net Schnauzer – Standard Potomac Valley Standard Schnauzer www.pvssc.org Schnauzer - Minature Linda Seeman • 301-776-7370 www.schnauzerrescue.net Scottish Deerhound Dr. Dove •703-754-8387 Scottish Terrier scottieclubofdc.org

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Shar Pei www.macspro.org • 301-881-1221 Shetland Sheepdog www.nvsr.org • 703-912-4002 Shiba Inu Rescue www.dcsir.org Shih Tzu Sabina Poinelli www.caringheartsrescue.org Shih Tzu Sancutary Billie Rivielli • 410-643-0018 Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Helenmarie Hoffman • 301-271-4733

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Vizsla Patricia Hudson • 540-832-7555

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Weimaraner Karin Bakken • 703 220 7334 www.dcweimclub.org West Highland White Terrier Westie Rescue, USA www.westierescue.com West Highland White Terrier Westie Rescue, Inc. • 540-554-2963 Whippet Babara Henderson • 301-490-6598 www.whippet-rescue.com

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Yorkshire Terrier (SAYR) Kathy Moore 609-634-8212 Yorkshire Terrier www.yorkierescue.org 717-264-9799

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Animal Clubs CLUBS - BIRD Northern Virginia Bird Club........................www.NVABC.org Maryland All Canary Club (MACC) www.marylandcanary.com National Capital Bird Club www.ncbc-dc.org National Cockatiel Society..................... www.cockatiels.org

CLUBS - CAT Capital Cat Fanciers Diane Marcus.................................................301-983-1098 Cat Fanciers of Washington Kathy Rutledge..............................................703-455-4869 Hidden Peake Linda Peterson...............................................703-631-2031 Maryland Feline Society........................... mdfelinesociety.org

CLUBS - DOG (GENERAL) Mason and Dixon Kennel Club ...................................... www.masondixonkennelclub.com Mattaponi Kennel Club.......www.mattaponikennelclub.com Old Dominion Kennel Club of Northern Virginia ..................................................................... www.odkc.org Rock Creek Kennel Club David Lidie.....................................................301-963-2173 Middleburg Kennel Club................ www.middleburgkc.com

CLUBS - EQUINE TROT - Trail Riders of Today www.trot-md.org..........................................301-588-8768

CLUBS - FERRET Baltimore Ferret Club...........................................................

410-574-3443..............................www.baltoferretclub.com

CLUBS - FISH Capital Cichlid Association.....................www.capitalcichlids.org Chesapeake Marine Aquarium Society www.cmas-md.org Marine Aquarium Societies of North America ..................................................................www.masna.org Mid-Atlantic Koi Club..................................www.makc.com Potomac Valley Aquarium Society...............www.PVAS.com Washington Area Marine Aquatic Society ................................................................. www.wamas.org

CLUBS - MICE/RATS North American Rat & Mouse Club, Int’l 609-932-1258..................................... www.narmci.8k.com

CLUBS - RABBIT National Capital Rabbit Breeder Association 301-924-3752

CLUBS - REPTILE International Reptile Conservation Foundation www.ircf.org..................................................877-472-3674 MATTS - Mid Atlantic Turtle and Tortoise Society P.O. Box 22321, Baltimore, MD 21203 www.matts-turtles.org..................................301-785-3390 Virginia Herpetological Society ............................. www.virginiaherpetologicalsociety.com