K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel, the multi-award-winning national pet care brand known for its cage-free dog boarding, five-star guest service, and enriching daycare services, announced today that it will open its newest location this fall in Sterling, Virginia at 11 Pidgeon Hill Drive, adding a standout premium provider to the greater Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia community.

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The 7,000 square-foot resort, which will also boast nearly 3,000 square feet of outdoor play areas, can accommodate over 100 dogs for daily boarding and daycare. Every detail, from the custom layout and sound-reducing walls to the hospital-grade clean protocols, reflects the high standards for which K9 Resorts has come to be known.

K9 Resorts Sterling will be the 53rd location for the brand and its second location in Virginia, with the other location in Virginia Beach. New Jersey-based K9 Resorts was founded in 2005 by Jason and Steven Parker, brothers and industry pioneers who have helped evolve the commercial pet care industry over the past two decades. K9 Resorts has won six pet care excellence awards from the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA), a leading global professional association, by far the most awards for any brand in the pet care space.

The Washington D.C./Northern Virginia metropolitan area’s established and family-oriented suburbs – home to many busy professionals and dog-loving families who want the very best for their pets – make Sterling a natural fit for K9 Resorts’ premium pet care.

“Today’s pet parents lead busy, active lives, whether they’re traveling for business or vacation, balancing demanding work schedules, or simply looking to give their dogs more enrichment throughout the day,” says Lia Moncholi, CEO of Luxury Pet Hotel Investments, LLC, the franchisee of the location. “At K9 Resorts, we provide a safe, luxurious home away from home where dogs receive exceptional care, personalized attention, and plenty of play, giving pet parents complete peace of mind whenever they’re apart from their furry family members.”

K9 Resorts Sterling will mark the 20th location operated by LPHI, making it the largest K9 Resorts franchisee by number of open resorts.

LPHI also announced it has hired Coby Shepard to serve as General Manager of K9 Resorts Sterling. Shepard previously served as GM of K9 Resorts Scottsdale and brings years of hands-on experience in pet and animal care. Prior to joining K9 Resorts, Shepard worked for more than 15 years in premium hospitality, including management roles at upscale, guest-focused venues and national veterinary and pet-care companies. He is certified in Animal First Aid and CPR.

The K9 Resorts Difference

K9 Resorts Sterling will offer year-round boarding, small and large dog group daycare, and individualized daycare options. The resort will feature signature elements like hospital-grade ventilation systems, antimicrobial flooring, all-inclusive meals, and spacious suites.

Grand Opening Specials

K9 Resorts Sterling is now offering pre-opening specials, including 25% off five- or 10-day boarding packages and 50% bonus daycare days.

The resort has also introduced a limited-time Founders Pack membership, which features unlimited daycare and boarding for one low monthly rate — starting at $49 for the first month and then $349 per month for months two through 12. This special membership will not be offered again once the summer pre-sale period ends. Membership details and a sign-up form are available at https://www.k9resorts.com/sterlingva/founderspack/

Local Economic Impact

LPHI will invest more than $2.1 million to build the K9 Resorts Sterling location, with construction managed through 18 local subcontractors. Once fully staffed, the resort will employ approximately 23 people, including management.

The K9 Resorts Sterling opening comes as the U.S. pet care industry topped $158 billion in 2025, with 94 million U.S. households – roughly seven in ten – now owning a pet, according to the American Pet Products Association.

About K9 Resorts

K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel (www.k9resorts.com) strives to offer the best pet care experience for all the dogs in its care and has been honored with six IBPSA Pet Care Business Excellence Awards — the highest level of recognition within the pet industry — and its co-founders, Steven and Jason Parker, were recognized with the IBBY Award for Industry Leader. Founded in 2005 by the Parker brothers, each K9 Resort is custom-designed with hospital-grade ventilation systems, antimicrobial flooring, cage-free luxury boarding and world-class, professionally trained staff members. The Parkers were named the 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year® New Jersey Award winners by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US), a prestigious national business award for ambitious leaders. Steven Parker was also the recipient of the 2024 Founders Award from the Professional Animal Care Certification Council (PACCC), a prestigious recognition for making significant contributions to the industry. Recommended by numerous pet professionals and several major publications, K9 Resorts is proud to lead the way in the pet hospitality industry.

About Luxury Pet Hotel Investments

Luxury Pet Hotel Investments, LLC is K9 Resorts’ largest franchisee with 18 K9 Resorts under management in nine U.S. states – and more in development. LPHI is a member-owned LLC founded in 2024 by seasoned executives from the travel, hospitality, banking, insurance, and franchising industries. More information is available at lphik9.com.

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