Family Dog Club

Family Dog Club is a cage-free dog boarding and doggie daycare facility at 1847 Centerville Turnpike South in Chesapeake, Virginia, with an agility training program on the same grounds. It suits owners who want their dog to spend the day playing and resting in a relaxed setting instead of waiting out the hours in a run.

What is a stay at Family Dog Club like?

The setting is meant to feel more like a home than a kennel. Indoors, dogs have comfy beds and even a TV, and there is outdoor space for running and playing. Slides, climbing activities and play structures give active dogs something to do besides wrestle each other. Dogs who would rather lounge have plenty of places to settle in.

Small and older dogs get their own separate areas. That helps a senior dog or a little one who gets overwhelmed by bigger, rowdier playmates.

Who watches the dogs overnight?

The owner lives onsite, so dogs are never left alone, and supervision runs around the clock. The owner is also certified in pet first aid and CPR. Staff can give medication and follow special diets, which matters for dogs with health needs or sensitive stomachs.

Services and amenities

• Cage-free overnight boarding
• Doggie daycare with indoor and outdoor play
• Agility training on three rings of regulation equipment (AKC, NADAC, UKC, USDAA, CPE)
• Medication administration and special diet support
• Separate areas for small and older dogs

What about agility training?

Training is a big part of the club's identity. The three agility rings use regulation equipment for the major venues, so the space works for dogs just learning obstacles and for handlers preparing to compete. Classes use positive reinforcement. The facility can also be rented for events.

Practical details

Boarding costs $30 to $35 per night. Dogs must have current vaccinations before they can stay. To ask about availability, call (757) 718-8800 or email familydogclub@hotmail.com. More information is posted at familydogclub.com and on the club's Facebook page.