10+ Ways to Pamper Your Pet in Richmond
When it comes to our four-legged, finned, or feathery friends, there’s never not a good day to give them a little extra attention. Here are just some of our favorite pet-focused spaces and places to visit in RVA.
— by Kelsey Heintz, Managing Editor
Supplies
Whether you’re shopping for collars, food, or just some special treats for your good boy or girl, Richmond has plenty of spots to keep your kibble stash (and all your other-pet essentials) stocked. Here are a handful of local favorites that cater to dogs, cats, birds, fish, and more:
Dig | 322 Libbie Ave (Westhampton)
Dog House Cat | 5 W Broad St (Jackson Ward)
Fin & Feather | 5208 Lakeside Ave (Lakeside)
PJ Petts | 407 N Ridge Rd (Tuckahoe)
Skoolz of Fish | 8073 Mechanicsville Tpke (Mechanicsville)
Playtime+
Ruff Canine Club
Ruff Canine Club is truly one of our favorite spots in town — we’d go even if we didn’t have pups. This social club is part bar, part dog park, and a whole lot of fluffy fun. There are local brews and snacks for you to enjoy while your doggo and all his or her new friends run a muck. Whether you’re a seasoned member or just looking for a place Rover can romp and roll around occasionally, Ruff offers annual, monthly, and daily pass options.
Location: 1924 Ellen Rd (The Diamond District)
Hours: Found here
Salty Paws
RVA’s first for-the-dogs ice cream bar and bakery, Salty Paws, serves lactose-free, dog-friendly ice cream flavored like bacon, cheddar cheese, peanut butter, and then some, and topped with (if your pup so chooses) dehydrated chicken, beef, and then some more. A pup cup runs anywhere between $5 and $7 (with $1 toppings to add), and we don’t even know your good boy or girl but we do know he or she def deserves a treat right NOW.
Location: 2436 Old Brick Rd (Glen Allen)
Hours: Found here
Grooming
We all need a little refresh now and again, and when it comes to getting our pets’ fur back in tip-top shape, these small biz salons deserve our round of appaws:
Bows & Bones | 2600 Buford Rd (Bon Air)
CritterTown BathHouse | 2819 Hathaway Rd (Stratford Hills)
Dogma Grooming + Pet Needs | 3501 W Cary St (Carytown)
Pet Magic | 1717 Bellevue Ave (Rosedale)
Scenthound | 10921 W Broad St Ste B (Short Pump)
Health Care
Dr. Evan’s House Calls
If your pet is especially antsy when it comes to vet visits (lookin’ at you, my cat) or, say, he or she is enjoying the senior years of life, Dr. Evan and crew can come to you. Dr. Evan’s House Calls offers routine wellness services and sick or urgent care visits, all from the comfort of you and your pet’s home.
Hours: Found here
River City Veterinary Hospital
The RVAx team’s furry friends are patients here, and we can’t recommend it enough! The vets and supporting staff are extremely kind, the waiting area and rooms are calming and clean, and it’s always easy to get in touch with someone outside of your appointment window, too.
Location: 5220 W Broad St (Willow Lawn)
Hours: Found here
Short Pump Animal Hospital
If you’re outside of Richmond City, Short Pump Animal Hospital is another highly recommended vet to bring your pets for well or sick visits. Locals say, in partic, the medical team is top-notch, the front desk is always accessible by phone, and if your pet is especially under the weather, the team here makes a point to have him or her seen quickly.
Location: 4730 Pouncey Tract Rd (Short Pump)
Hours: Found here
Looking fur more?:
