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Your Dog Deserves a Stay in the Country
Proudly serving Richmond, Virginia and the surrounding counties since 2006, we provide professional, loving care designed to keep dogs safe, comfortable, and happy.
Professional, Loving Care in a Peaceful Country Setting
Professional, Full-Time Care Team
Our full-time staff are dog behavior and pet care specialists, certified in Pet First Aid and CPR, and committed to ongoing learning through monthly continuing education. Most importantly, we truly love dogs—and it shows in the attentive, compassionate care we provide every day.
Customized Boarding & Daycare Options
Every dog is unique. Our team thoughtfully considers each dog’s play style, sociability, and activity level to create a personalized experience. We also tailor suite setup and bedding choices to your dog’s individual preferences.
Small, Safe, Supervised Playgroups
Playgroups are intentionally kept small and matched by size, temperament, and play style, then closely supervised by trained caregivers to ensure safer, happier social interaction.
Acres of Fun & Enrichment
We are an activity-based pet care center with expansive, enclosed grass play yards. Our outdoor areas exceed industry recommendations for safety and security and feature double-gated entryways for added protection.
Focused on Safety & Well-Being
We follow rigorous safety, sanitation, and cleaning procedures that surpass published industry standards, using carefully selected products to protect the health and comfort of every guest.
On-Site Ownership & Oversight
With owners living on the property, dogs receive consistent supervision, attentive care, and added peace of mind for pet parents.
Exceptional Accommodations
Dogs enjoy clean, fresh bedding daily and spacious, climate-controlled indoor suites—large enough to accommodate dog families who prefer to stay together. We provide a high-quality dry dog food, or you are welcome to bring your dog’s favorite food from home.
Our Commitment to Your Dog
Every dog entrusted to us is treated with respect, patience, and care.
Safety, well-being, and emotional comfort guide every decision we make—from playtime and rest to supervision and enrichment.
Safety Always Comes First
We never compromise on supervision, cleanliness, or secure environments.
Every Dog Is Treated as an Individual
Care is tailored to each dog’s personality, needs, and comfort level.
Professional Standards, Loving Care
Our team is trained, certified, and continually learning—because expertise and compassion go hand in hand.
Calm, Respectful Handling
Dogs are never rushed, overwhelmed, or forced into situations that don’t suit them.
Transparency & Trust with Pet Parents
We believe peace of mind comes from open communication and consistent care.
Our Services
Dog Boarding
Personalized overnight care with comfortable accommodations and attentive supervision.
Dog Daycare
Safe, structured play in small groups, thoughtfully matched and closely supervised.
Dog Grooming
Gentle bathing with quality products for a clean, refreshed pup.
Dog Training
Thoughtful, behavior-focused training that supports confidence, communication, and positive habits.
Memberships and Affiliations
New Clients
What Our Customers Are Saying
"Cooper cannot talk because he is a dog but he can show signs of happiness, satisfaction and being well cared for and loved. And believe me, this is what he experiences when he vacations at A Stay in the Country in Charles City. We have used many pet boarding places over the last 35 years with our wonderful dogs but I can honestly say these folks love my puppy and give him the attention he wants and needs. We travel from Midlothian, approximately 45 minutes each way, and I would now not consider any other boarding location. It is obvious how much they play with him as he is a happy exhausted when he gets home. Thank you, Jennifer and Harriet, and all the other associates staff for loving Cooper and taking such good care of him."
"My dog Harley absolutely loves his time at A Stay in the Country. He is so funny. When it is time to go for his boarding, I make him sit, and I say.... Harley, do you want to go see Ms. Harriett?... and Harley starts jumping straight up into the air, he runs to his "suitcase", to the door and back to me until I finally get him leased up and ready to go. He is soooo excited!!!!!! When we pull into the driveway, he jumps up on the seat and starts barking in anticipation of seeing Ms. Harriet and all his canine buddies. He can hardly wait to get out there to play with his friends. There is no other place he would rather be!"
"My Brittany, Pete, was an un-socialized dog when we got him at 2 years old. Not only with humans, with other dogs. He had a clinical case of separation anxiety, too. By going to daycare a few times a week, Harriet and her caring crew have helped Pete build confidence. In fact, he's become quite a character. When we travel we don't worry about boarding Pete because he loves the facility and gets lots of attention. They have carefully matched his energy level to his playmates and that pup is tired when he comes home! He met his best friend there, too. What sets A Stay in the Country apart is that they take the time to give special attention to each pet."
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