Hollywood, MD pet resort earns top recognition from The Maryland Small Business Examiner for over 20 years of family owned, on site pet care, with boarding, daycare, grooming, and training all in one convenient Southern Maryland location
HOLLYWOOD, MD. Chesapeake Pet Resort and Day Spa, the family owned Southern Maryland pet care destination known for its complete on site approach to boarding, daycare, grooming, and training, has been named the Best Pet Resort in Maryland for 2026 by The Maryland Small Business Examiner as part of its annual Best of Maryland Small Business Awards program.
The recognition celebrates a true cornerstone of Southern Maryland’s pet care community. Located at 26120 Jones Wharf Road in Hollywood, Chesapeake Pet Resort has spent more than two decades building a trusted reputation for excellence, with a dedicated team passionate about providing the highest level of care and attention to every furry guest who walks through the door.
A True Pet Resort, Not Just a Boarding Kennel
What sets Chesapeake Pet Resort apart is the breadth of its all in one approach to pet care. The resort is built around the philosophy that complete pet care should be available in one convenient location, and the property delivers on that promise. Boarding options range from Deluxe Cabins to Indoor and Outdoor Suites, with a separate Cattery and accommodations for other small pets. Doggie Daycare gives dogs the social play and stimulation they need during the day, with thoughtful add ons available for owners who want their pup to receive extra attention. Grooming services keep guests looking and feeling their best, and training programs help pet parents build the skills and bond they need with their dog at every stage of life.
For Southern Maryland families, Chesapeake Pet Resort is the kind of one stop destination that simply isn’t available everywhere. Owners can drop their pet off knowing they will receive boarding, play, grooming, and care all under one roof, from a single team that has spent decades earning the community’s trust.
Family Owned, with Owners Living On Site
One detail that sets Chesapeake Pet Resort apart from corporate boarding facilities is also one of the most reassuring for pet parents: the owners live right on the property. As a family owned business with owners on site, the team treats every pet like part of their own family. That means comfort, safety, and lots of love around the clock, including overnight, during quiet hours, and during the small daily moments that matter most to anxious pets and their worried owners.
This kind of personal commitment is increasingly rare in the pet care industry, where corporate facilities often rotate staff and operate on rigid schedules. At Chesapeake Pet Resort, the people who own the business are the people who care for the animals, and that consistency is part of why the resort has built such a loyal Southern Maryland following.
Twenty Plus Years of Excellence in Southern Maryland
With over 20 years of experience in the pet care industry, Chesapeake Pet Resort has earned its place as one of the most trusted names in Southern Maryland pet care. The resort’s longevity is itself a testament to the quality of what they do. In an industry where boarding facilities open and close frequently, more than two decades of consistent service means generations of Southern Maryland pets have stayed, played, and been groomed at Chesapeake Pet Resort, and generations of pet parents have come to trust the team there with what matters most.
Recognition Earned Through Service to Maryland Pet Families
“Chesapeake Pet Resort and Day Spa represents exactly what this award was created to recognize,” said a spokesperson for The Maryland Small Business Examiner. “A genuinely complete pet resort, family owned and operated, with owners living right on site and more than 20 years of experience caring for the dogs and cats of Southern Maryland. Pet parents in St. Mary’s County and beyond know how much the Chesapeake Pet Resort team cares, and they have earned every bit of this recognition.”
Chesapeake Pet Resort and Day Spa was selected for the 2026 Best of Maryland Small Business Award in recognition of exceptional pet boarding and daycare services, outstanding grooming and training programs, and commitment to Maryland’s pet community.
About Chesapeake Pet Resort and Day Spa
Chesapeake Pet Resort and Day Spa is a family owned pet care facility located at 26120 Jones Wharf Road, Hollywood, MD. The resort offers dog boarding in Deluxe Cabins and Indoor/Outdoor Suites, a dedicated Cattery and small pet accommodations, Doggie Daycare with optional add ons, professional grooming services, and training programs. Owners live on site, providing 24 hour care and attention.
For boarding reservations, daycare registration, grooming appointments, or training inquiries, call 301.373.3400, email chessiepetsoffice@gmail.com, or visit www.chessiepets.com. Office hours are 8am to 11am and 3pm to 5pm daily. Follow Chesapeake Pet Resort on Facebook and on TikTok @chesapeake.pet.re.
About the Best of Maryland Small Business Awards
The Best of Maryland Small Business Awards, presented annually by The Maryland Small Business Examiner, recognize outstanding small businesses across the state for excellence in service, customer experience, and contribution to Maryland’s communities. Winners are selected through editorial review based on customer feedback, business reputation, longevity, and industry recognition.
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