Does your precious pooch put on a mournful face when you go out and leave him behind? The good news is that when you live in Central Virginia, there are so many places to explore with your pup by your side. Our real estate agents take their four-legged BFFs along to these wonderful pet-friendly attractions near Richmond homes for sale and Petersburg homes for sale. Check out these pet-friendly destinations this fall.

1. Stony Point Fashion Park - 9200 Stony Park Pkwy., Richmond, VA 23235
   Shopping is always more fun when you have a friend along to offer opinions and advice. Take your stylish pet along for a visit to Stony Point Fashion Park. The popular center, home to nearly 50 businesses, maintains a "dog-friendly shopping environment." Leashed pets are allowed in the common areas as well as shops and services marked with special stickers. Stony Point also has a dog park that's open seven days a week from dawn until dusk.
   
   
2. RVA Big Market - Bryan Park, 4308 Hermitage Rd., Richmond, VA 23227
   Spend a leisurely Saturday morning strolling through the RVA Big Market alongside Fido. Shop for produce, handmade craft items, and more from the largest selection of local vendors in the area. The European-style open-air market is the retail arm of GrowRVA, an organization with a mission to connect and support local farms, local food, and local arts. All products for sale at the market are required to be homegrown or handmade in Virginia by the vendor. Hours are 9 a.m. - noon every Saturday.
   
   
3. Libby Hill Park - 2801 E. Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23223
   The iconic view from Libby Hill Park, one of three original parks in RVA's park system, is more than just scenic. It's part of the city's lore as the source of Richmond's name. On a day in 1737, as city founder William Byrd II looked out across the vista from the hill, it reminded him of Richmond upon Thames, a district in London where Byrd had gone to school. Libby Hill Park, which has been named a National Historic Landmark, is a favorite gathering spot and a delightful backdrop for activities as varied as weddings, yoga sessions, and kid's play. Park hours are 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily.
   
   
4. Demolition Coffee - 215 E. Bank St., Petersburg, VA 23803
   Start your day with a specialty coffee or tea and your loyal pup by your side on the patio at Demolition Coffee. Located in a historic building in Old Towne Petersburg, Demolition Coffee offers creative specials such as Cardamom Breeze to go along with the regular beverage menu. Pair your drink of choice with a bagel sandwich like the Full Monty, served with cream cheese, tomato, cilantro, and red onion. Hours are 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. on weekends.
   
   
5. Three Leg Run Brewery - 4418 W. Hundred Rd., Chester, VA 23831
   Indoors at the taproom or outdoors on the patio, Three Leg Run Brewery welcomes leashed dogs along with their well-behaved humans. The family-run brewery produces beer, wine, and mead, so there's something for everyone. Last spring, their "Working an Angle" English ale received a silver medal at the World Beer Cup in Las Vegas. Other beverages, such as "Top Shelf" double IPA, are part of the brewery's Ales for ALS program that supports ALS research. The food menu features hot dogs, sandwiches, and snacks that complement their drinks. Three Leg Run Brewery is open 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, noon - 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon - 6 p.m. Sunday.

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