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West Chester Pet Resort

12021 Iron Bridge Rd, Chester, VA 23831

4.5
197 Google reviews
Outdoor yardPool / water playSmall dog areaAccepts puppiesMedication adminClimate controlled

Overview

West Chester Pet Resort is a luxury 5-acre pet boarding and daycare facility in Chester, VA featuring 52 indoor/outdoor canine suites plus 4 waterfront family suites, an off-leash fenced park with swimming pool, and an on-site veterinary hospital (Chester Animal Clinic). The facility offers both group and personal playtime, requires vaccinations including Bordetella every 6 months, and does not have overnight staff on site.

Amenities & Policies

Cage-free
Webcam
Staff overnight
Outdoor yard
Pool / water play
Small dog area
Accepts puppies
Reactive breeds
Medication adminExtra fee
Grooming
Training
Climate controlled
Overnight potty breaks
Online booking
Spay/neuter required
Temperament test

Max capacity: 56 dogs

Required vaccinations: Bordetella, Fecal Test, Heartworm Test, Canine Influenza, Distemper, Rabies

Policies & Details

Cancellation & Deposits

Cancellation notice:2 days notice
Cancellation penalty:Deposit forfeited for cancellations within 48 hours; holiday cancellations 7 days to 48 hours = 50% refund
Deposit requiredTwo nights' stay

Care & Play

Group play
Solo play
Comfort items allowed
Feeding policy:House food available at no charge; owner can provide pre-bagged food
Raw diet accommodated

Requirements

Spay/neuter policy:Required at 6 months for group play; intact pets over 6 months enjoy personal play sessions instead

Safety & Emergency

Emergency vet protocol:On site
Emergency vet cost:Owner

Extras

Senior dog accommodations
Owner operated

What Reviews Say

189 reviews analyzed

West Chester Pet Resort is highly regarded for its clean, high-end facilities and the convenience of an on-site veterinary clinic. While many long-term clients praise the passionate staff and the popular bone-shaped pool, there is significant friction regarding 'predatory' billing practices and poor phone communication. A small but serious number of negative reviews highlight hygiene issues and inconsistent temperament testing, suggesting a divide between the 'luxury' marketing and the actual execution of care for some pets.

Cleanliness
4.8
Dog happiness
4.7
Facility
4.6
Staff
4.2
Safety
4.0
Drop-off / pickup
3.5
Communication
3.1
Value
2.8

People love

Facility Amenities (Pool/Suites)(15)Veterinary Integration(11)Staff Passion(25)

Staff shoutouts

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Worth noting

Hygiene/Neglect: Multiple reports of dogs returned covered in urine and feces.

We were disgusted and horrified... it was soaked in urine and had feces all over it. Our dogs smelled like they were left to live in their own urine & feces the whole time.

Health/Illness: Reports of respiratory illness (kennel cough) and lack of transparency regarding outbreaks.

He contracted a respiratory illness there... The Resort knew about the possible outbreak for a week, but never contacted us.

Pricing and Hidden Fees(12 mentions)

They routinely quote services that haven’t occurred yet—like late pickups or medication administration—and say they’ll remove them 'if needed' at checkout.

Communication and Phone Responsiveness(9 mentions)

Getting in touch with workers over the phone was a hassle at times, causing us to call multiple times throughout the day before receiving an answer.

Temperament Testing Delays(4 mentions)

I was told each time... that he was 'beginning' temperament testing... But I was never told the results of that testing, not even on my final 'report'.

Owner replies to 5% of reviewswarm tone28 repeat customers

Top Rated

4.5 stars from 197+ reviews

This facility has earned a Top Rated badge for maintaining a 4.5-star rating across 197 reviews.

At a Glance

Google rating
4.5/ 5
Review score
4.0/ 5
Amenities6 of 14
Reviews197
Repeat customersNumber of reviews that mention returning or being a regular customer.28

Max capacity

56 dogs

Pricing

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