Sterling

Located directly on the border of Herndon, VA and Sterling, VA, right off Route 28 and the Dulles Toll Road, our award-winning dog grooming, doggie daycare, and boarding kennel is central to Reston Town Center, Ashburn, and Dulles Airport. The facility is also a short 10-minute drive from the Chantilly – Centreville, VA area.

With 4 large playrooms spanning 6,000 square feet

Healthy Hound Playground Sterling offers the largest dedicated doggy play areas in Northern VA. Your dog will be sure to have plenty of space to run and play safely with constant supervision. Regular outdoor potty breaks help reinforce at-home habits and our spacious kennels will afford evenings spent in total relaxation, while our overnight attendant gives parents peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions about dog boarding, dog daycare and grooming in Maryland and Virginia

20+ year grooming veteran and master stylist

Our state of the art grooming facility is run by 20+ year grooming veteran and master stylist, Tonya Jarrell. With our array of spa options, your pup can enjoy a spa day any day!

Features

4 Separate Dedicated Daycare Areas Spanning nearly 6,000 sq ft

Large Standard 24+ sq ft Canine Cottages

Large Expansive Facility 18,000+ sq ft

Free On-site Parking at HHP for Dulles Airport

Regular Outdoor Potty Breaks

12 Hours of Continuous Cage-Free Daycare

24/7 Onsite Attendants

Experienced Attendants Trained by On-staff Animal Behaviorist

Multi-Dog Discounts on Daycare & Boarding

Daycare Open 365 Days a Year

Doggy Treadmill (additional cost)

Safe, Clean & Comfortable Climate Controlled Indoor Environment

Competitive Rates

Daycare

Boarding

Grooming

Daycare

Boarding

Grooming

Daycare Full Day Rates Over 6 hours

Name	Price
Full Day	$38
5-Pack No Expiration!	$180 $36/day (save $10)
10-Pack No Expiration!	$350 $35/day (save $30)
4 Week Unlimited Includes weekends	$616 $22/day (save $334)
5 Week Unlimited No weekends	$625 $25/day (save $325)

Half Day Rates 5 ½ hours + 30 minute grace period

Name	Price
Half Day	$25
5-Pack No Expiration!	$120 $24/day (save $5)
10-Pack No Expiration!	$230 $23/day (save $20)
4 Week Unlimited Includes weekends	$532 $19/day (save $168)
4 Week Unlimited No weekends	$400 $20/day (save $100)

Extra Services and Activities

Name	Price
6 Month Bordetella Vaccine	$25
Lunch for Dogs 1+ years	$5
Lunch for Puppies under 1 year	Free
10 Minute Treadmill Run No Expiration!	$10 10 Pack: $90
20 Minute Treadmill Run No Expiration!	$15 10 Pack: $135
20 Minute Outdoor Stroll	$15

Multi-Dog Discount

Name	Price
Dog 1	Full Price
Dog 2	20% off
Dog 3+	30% off

Multi-dog discounts do not apply to grooming services.

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Standard boarding kennels in sterling va

Standard Boarding Rate

$30 per night + daycare

Deluxe Boarding Rate

$40 per night + daycare

Full Day Rates Over 6 hours

Name	Price
Full Day	$38
5-Pack No Expiration!	$180 $36/day (save $10)
10-Pack No Expiration!	$350 $35/day (save $30)
4 Week Unlimited Includes weekends	$616 $22/day (save $334)
5 Week Unlimited No weekends	$625 $25/day (save $325)

Half Day Rates 5 ½ hours + 30 minute grace period

Name	Price
Half Day	$25
5-Pack No Expiration!	$120 $24/day (save $5)
10-Pack No Expiration!	$230 $23/day (save $20)
4 Week Unlimited Includes weekends	$532 $19/day (save $168)
4 Week Unlimited No weekends	$400 $20/day (save $100)

Extra Services and Activities

Name	Price
6 Month Bordetella Vaccine	$25
Lunch for Dogs 1+ years	$5
Lunch for Puppies under 1 year	Free
10 Minute Treadmill Run No Expiration!	$10 10 Pack: $90
20 Minute Treadmill Run No Expiration!	$15 10 Pack: $135
20 Minute Outdoor Stroll	$15
Boarding Photo Pupdate	$10
Medication Administration	Free
House Food	Free

Multi-Dog Discount

Name	Price
Dog 1	Full Price
Dog 2	20% off
Dog 3+	30% off

Multi-dog discounts do not apply to grooming services.

Pricing Example:

Drop-off: 7am Friday | Pick-up: 1pm Sunday
2 days ($38/day), 2 nights ($30/night) & 1 half day ($25/half)
= $161

2 Hour Grace Periods

Drop-off after 5pm (close at 7pm) and you will not be charged for daycare for the day of drop-off – just the nightly fee ($30).

Pick-up before 9am Monday thru Saturday (open at 7am) & before 11am Sunday (open at 9am) and you will not be charged for daycare for the pick-up day.

Note: After grace periods are over, normal charges are in effect.

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Expert Haircuts

Let our professional groomers style your dog any way you want!

Our premium grooming service incorporates a soothing Spa Bath, which includes a nail trim & filing, anal gland expression, a gentle ear cleaning, and of course the haircut and style of your choice. Please note that final pricing is based on coat length, thickness, and prior maintenance.

Poodles and Doodles are priced differently from other breeds due to the increased length of time our groomers spend working on their intricate coats. We want to ensure every poodle and doodle is returned to mom and dad looking ready to walk the red carpet.

Haircuts generally take 2.5 to 3 hours to complete from drop off time.

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General Breeds

Size	Weight	Price
Small	25 lbs or less	$65 – $80
Medium	26 – 65 lbs	$80 – $95
Large	66 – 90 lbs	$95 – $110
Giant	91+ lbs	$110 – $125

Poodles & Doodles

Size	Price
Small	$75 – $90
Medium	$90 – $110
Large	$110 – $130

Deluxe Bathing Services

Make your Dog Pop at our Grooming Shop!

Basic Bath

Our Basic Bath consists of a relaxing, oxygen-infused cleansing for your pup, using our signature shampoo. Then, a gentle towel and blow dry, finished off with a thorough brushing.

Short, Thin Coat	Medium Coat	Thick, Coarse Coat
Short, Thin Coat
Medium Coat
Thick, Coarse Coat

Small 25 lbs or less

Price
Short, Thin Coat$30
Medium Coat$35
Thick, Coarse Coat$40

Medium 26 – 65 lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$40
Medium Coat$45
Thick, Coarse Coat$50

Large 66 – 90 lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$50
Medium Coat$60
Thick, Coarse Coat$70

Giant 91+ lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$60
Medium Coat$70
Thick, Coarse Coat$80

Bath’s generally take up to 2 hours to complete from drop off time.

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Spa Bath

Give your dog the works with our Spa Bath. This package provides your dog with everything included in our Basic Bath, as well as a nail trim & filing, anal gland expression, and gentle ear cleaning.

Short, Thin Coat	Medium Coat	Thick, Coarse Coat
Short, Thin Coat
Medium Coat
Thick, Coarse Coat

Small 25 lbs or less

Price
Short, Thin Coat$45
Medium Coat$50
Thick, Coarse Coat$55

Medium 26 – 65 lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$55
Medium Coat$60
Thick, Coarse Coat$65

Large 66 – 90 lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$65
Medium Coat$75
Thick, Coarse Coat$85

Giant 91+ lbs

Price
Short, Thin Coat$75
Medium Coat$85
Thick, Coarse Coat$95

Bath’s generally take up to 2 hours to complete from drop off time.

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Bathing Add-On Options

Get your Groom on at our Dog Salon.

+$25 Hair, Hair Everywhere!

+$25 Whiten and Brighten

Leaves the coat bright and shiny, highlighting whites.
With our special brightening shampoo and conditioner your dog’s coat will come out bright and shiny with whites in their coat appearing highlighted. Your pup will also be pampered with our Blueberry Facial, which both cleanses and helps to remove tear stains. Your dog’s spa day will be completed with a gentle tooth brushing to enhance those pearly whites.

+$25 The Icky Itchy

+$5 Blueberry Facial

Shampoo & Conditioning Menu

+$5 Color Concerns

+$5 Aromatic

+$0 Sensitive Skin

+$5 Texture

+$5 Moisture & Skin Concerns

Shea Butter Shampoo
Aids in the relief of various types of skin irritations. Repairs and promotes hair growth; stops breakage.

Shea Butter & Argan Oil Conditioner
Detangles and leaves coat healthy and luxurious with a light clean fragrance.

Acai Conditioner
An exceptionally rich hydrating conditioner leaves a lustrous shine while revitalizing depleted coats.

Aloe Shampoo
Deep cleansing conditioning shampoo; creamy and gentle with a fresh herbal fragrance.

Oatmeal Shampoo
Emollient shampoo used to help relieve the itching and discomfort associated with dry, flaky skin.

Oatmeal Conditioner
A soothing coat conditioner that’s great for itchy, dry, flaky skin or light dander.

A La Carte Services

Service	Price
Nail Trim & Grind	$15
Gentle Ear Cleaning	$10
Tooth Brushing	$10
Anal Gland Expression	$10
Face, Feet & Fanny Trim	$15
Complete Brush Out	$1/min
Finishing Fragrance	$3

Unexpected Encounters

Service	Price
Pepe Le Pew – Deskunking With this package, your dog will receive a soak and rigorous scrub with our odor destroying shampoo. Next, we will treat your pooch to a full Spa Bath with our signature shampoo to bring back freshness and sheen to your dog’s coat. Finally, a specialized leave-in spray will be applied that will neutralize any remaining odors as the coat dries to remove any trace of skunk.	$100
Flee Fleas! – Flea Bath Have fleas taken over your pup? Let’s make them FLEE! Using our specialized all natural shampoo and specific tools, we will rid your dog of those pesky little buggers and soothe agitated skin with a deep coat conditioner.	$100

Service

Price

Pepe Le Pew – Deskunking

With this package, your dog will receive a soak and rigorous scrub with our odor destroying shampoo. Next, we will treat your pooch to a full Spa Bath with our signature shampoo to bring back freshness and sheen to your dog’s coat. Finally, a specialized leave-in spray will be applied that will neutralize any remaining odors as the coat dries to remove any trace of skunk.

$100

Flee Fleas! – Flea Bath

Have fleas taken over your pup? Let’s make them FLEE! Using our specialized all natural shampoo and specific tools, we will rid your dog of those pesky little buggers and soothe agitated skin with a deep coat conditioner.

$100

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Terms and Conditions

Additional Fees & Terms

While we try to give every dog the best, most relaxing grooming experience possible, in the event of an uncooperative and/or aggressive dog we will do all we can to ease them through our process, though a special handling fee of up to $50 may be added, after consulting with the owner.
Up to 30 minutes of brushing is included in our pricing. Should your dog require longer than 30 minutes to be brushed out, $1 per each additional minute will be charged.
Note on Matting: Mats are often a problem with some dog coats; many mats can be eliminated with special tools and patience, while others will need clippers. However, if your dog is heavily matted, we may not be able to provide a bath, and may give you the option to have your dog shaved prior to bathing.
Multi-dog discounts are not applied for grooming services.

Cancellations

We require credit cards to be on file for all grooming clients.
Cancellations are accepted up to 24 hours prior to an appointment.
Cancellations within 24 hours of reservations with grooming appointments must be done via email or phone, and will result in a $25 fee that will be automatically charged to your credit card.
No shows or canceling at the time of appointment will result in a charge of the entire fee for the reserved service.
Please remember that our groomers work on commission; last minute cancellations do not allow them time to rebook with another client.

Customer Experience

At Healthy Hound our goal is to provide a 5 star experience for you and your pup! If you are not satisfied with your experience at our facility, please let us know directly so we may address it.

Get in Touch

To contact Healthy Hound Playground and Grooming Salon & Spa, please feel free to call, email, or come see us at one of our locations listed below. As a dedicated and hardworking doggy daycare, boarding, and grooming center we strive to provide the best possible experience for you and your pooch.