Pet Boarding in Hampton, VA

Heading out of town? Trust Armistead Animal Inn to care for your pet like one of our own. Located in Hampton, VA, our boarding facility is thoughtfully designed to keep pets safe, comfortable, and at ease while you’re away. With separate areas for dogs and cats, high-quality nutrition, and a team that treats every pet like family, we make time apart feel a little less stressful for both of you.

What to Expect When Your Pet Boards With Us

Built to meet the growing needs of our community, Armistead Animal Inn has been a trusted boarding destination since 1986. Today, we continue that legacy with clean, well-maintained spaces tailored for pets of all sizes. Large dogs enjoy indoor and outdoor runs with room to move, while smaller dogs stay in secure stainless steel enclosures designed for comfort and visibility. Cats are housed in a separate, quiet area at the front of the facility, away from the activity of our canine guests. Our team includes long-tenured staff and carefully trained new faces, all focused on delivering attentive, reliable care. We also offer a selection of premium pet food and everyday essentials for added convenience.

Why Your Pet Will Love Us

Daily Walks

We shower our canine guests with love and attention, including outdoor walks every day.

Love & Attention

We have multiple team members working our kennels during normal business hours, offering lots of energy and interaction — plus tasty treats!

Extra Comforts

Our kennels are safe and secure, with soft bedding, space to wag, and controlled with central heating & air conditioning.

FAQs

Yes. All pets should have the following vaccines:
 
Dogs/Canines:
•Rabies
•Distemper/Parvo
•Bordetella/Kennel Cough
•Canine Influenza
 
Cats/Felines:
•Rabies
•Feline RCCP
 
Some vaccines and screenings can be performed during your pet’s stay, such as leptospirosis and Lyme disease vaccines. New clients and pets requiring vaccines or screenings may also require an exam by a veterinarian. Contact us if you’d like us to review your pets records.

We understand emergencies or last-minute boarding needs happen. We can accommodate a lot of scenarios and pets can board in most instances; however, required exams and vaccines must be performed as soon as the pet arrives. Contact us for availability and to discuss your situation.

Your pet may experience mild discomfort, but we provide pain management before, during, and after surgery to keep them as comfortable as possible throughout recovery.

Kind Words from Clients