Richmond has quietly become one of the most dog-forward cities on the East Coast. Long patio seasons, a serious trail network along the James, and neighbors who greet your dog before they get your name — it adds up. Some pockets of the city are especially well set up for life with a dog, too: long on green space, trails, and dog-friendly patios. After nearly a decade in Richmond real estate, here are six I'd put at the top of the list, and what makes each one work. The Fan If

Richmond realtor Steve Davis shares his OutRVA feature — favorite RVA spots, the city's growing LGBTQ+ community, and why Richmond is a great place to live and be out.