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This is a sponsored column by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate

Living in Reston is about being close to everything. For people who love the outdoors, but still value easy access to Route 7 or the Toll Road, Hunt Club Road is worth a look.

Located adjacent to Lake Fairfax Park, the neighborhood has quick access to miles of hiking and biking trails — you won’t feel like you’re in a developed area. If water parks are more your family’s speed, the Water Mine is right there at Lake Fairfax too.

The long, winding street is the local’s secret shortcut to Baron Cameron. Connecting with Ring Road, it takes you up to the entrance to Lake Fairfax Park, just off Baron Cameron. Built in the early 1970s, the street has a mixture of Colonial, split-level, and ranch single family homes. Hunt Club Road is very well-maintained and the homes tend to maintain their value over time.

If you want to do more than explore the miles of park trails, you can pop over to the nearby RA tennis court, basketball courts, and one of the most popular RA pools in Reston — the Uplands pool, which has a wonderful water feature for children.

This neighborhood tends to attract urban sophisticates: people who are well traveled, well educated, and enjoy the arts. Neighbors here know each other, and it’s common to hear stories of frequent get-togethers (I know of at least one dinner club that makes me wish I lived in the neighborhood).

If you’re looking for a single-family home in a friendly and beautiful neighborhood, Hunt Club Road is worth a look.

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This is a sponsored post from Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

Low interest rates and reasonable housing inventory is driving a little stronger activity in the Reston real estate market.

This week in Reston, 13 properties went from Pending to Sold. Typical of our market we have a wide range of housing types and price points; this week the  price point ranged from $153,250 for a studio condo on Lake Anne Plaza to $775,000 for a five-bedroom Contemporary in North Reston.

Here are a few of the homes that sold last week in Reston:

1304 PAVILION CLUB WAY. 5BR, 4.5 BA. Listed Price: $789,500. Sold Price: $775,000

11400 WASHINGTON PLZ W #201. 0BR, 1 BA. Listed Price: $158,900. Sold Price; $153,250

2353 NASHUA CT. 5BR, 3.5 BA. Listed Price: $699,900. Sold Price: $690,000. Seller Subsidy: $10,800

1643 PARKCREST CIR #300. 2BR, 2 BA. Listed Price: $249,900. Sold Price: $244,700

12606 NOBLE VICTORY LN. 5BR, 2.5 BA. Listed Price; $638,000. Sold Price: $610,000. Seller Subsidy: $6,500

1724 LAKE SHORE CREST DR. 1BR, 1 BA. Listed Price; $265,000. Sold Price: $265,000. Seller Subsidy: $7,500

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This is a sponsored post by Danielle Gray of Apartment Showcase.

Buying a rug for your home or apartment can be an overwhelming process. There are a ton of factors to consider and if you buy one that’s too small you risk making the space feel chopped up and awkward. Rugs come is different shapes — rectangle, square, or round with sizes ranging from 2′ x 3′ to 12′ x 18′.

Let’s face it, rugs are expensive. It’s always best to save money and time by getting it right the first time.

Here are some basic tips to follow to make the rug buying process a lot easier.

The perfect size for your space is determined by how the furniture is arranged in the room.

sofaAs shown here, this basic rug layout is ideal for people with smaller budgets and small spaces.  Depending on the size of your sofa, 4’x6′ or 5’x8′ rugs are perfect here. As a rule of thumb, you want to have at least 5″-10″ of rug on either side of the sofa.

If you have a larger room, consider floating your seating area in the center of the room using an 8’x10′ (or larger) size rug. Anything smaller will make the room feel small and choppy. Remember, your rug is supposed to pull the room together not break it up.

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In the bedroom, float the rug towards the foot of the bed.

Use a rug in the bedroom to anchor the bed and to soften the room. If your budget doesn’t call for a large rug, you can also go with a 3’x5′ rug one side of the bed to plant your feet on when you wake up in the morning.

The biggest mistake that people make is buying a rug for the dining or kitchen table that is too small. People tend to stick with rugs that are 5’x8′ or 6′ x 10′ because they are more affordable.

dining The standard size rug in this area is 8’x10′.  Your goal is to fit the table and chairs on the rug. This prevents the chair legs from scratching up your beautiful hardwood floors.

Here’s the rundown on rug shapes. Square rugs are for square rooms. Round rugs are best suited for entry ways, bathrooms, or playful spaces like kid rooms.

Some people may be wondering if the legs should be on the rug or off. I think legs on the rug looks more polished. Your rug should be large enough to fit the front pieces. But if a large rug isn’t in your budget, then legs off is fine; make sure that you  keep this theme consistent throughout the space.

Finally, don’t forget your rug pad. Rug pads keeps the rug neatly in place and adds an additional layer of cushion underneath it.

Happy shopping! Don’t forget to visit the Apartment Showcase to search for your next apartment.

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This is a sponsored post by veterinarian Elizabeth Arguelles, owner of Just Cats Clinic at Lake Anne Plaza. She writes weekly on Reston Now.

Did you know that cats can suffer from environmental allergies? Understanding what your cat is allergic to can help you to limit their exposure to these allergens and improve their quality of life and comfort. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be writing how to define and diagnose allergies, how to identify different types, and how to prevent and treat them.

What is an allergy?

An allergy means that your cat’s immune system has become more sensitive to certain everyday substances and, as a result, has started to identify them as dangerous. Allergens might include pollens, animal dander, mold spores, dust mites and even certain foods. Most of these are found throughout your house or yard, but they are not usually harmful to cats or other animals. However, if your kitty is allergic to any of them, its body will try to rid itself of the offending substance and show moderate to severe adverse reactions in response.

What are the most common allergens found in your home?

Fleas are amongst the most common allergens. Prescription drugs, perfumes and air fresheners, cleaning products, cigarette smoke, fabrics, rubber and plastic materials are other frequent causes of allergies in cats.

In addition to those, your cat could be sensitive to various trees, grasses, weeds, dust mites, storage mites or pollens.

What are the symptoms of an allergic reaction?

  •  Sneezing, coughing or wheezing (if the cat has asthma)
  • Itchy skin/increased scratching or over-grooming
  • Itchy or runny eyes
  •  Itchy back or base of the tail. The latter can be an indicator of flea allergies.
  • Sores on the body from excessive scratching
  • Scratching ears and possible infections
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Snoring caused by blocked nasal passages or an inflammation of the throat
  • Unexplained hair loss

With repeated exposure to the allergens, your cat may over time experience changes in its skin texture and/or unexplained hair loss.

Unfortunately, most of these symptoms are not exclusive to allergic reactions. Your veterinarian will likely first run blood work and other diagnostic tests to rule out other conditions or diseases that could be causing the symptoms, including parasites (fleas, lice, mites, as well as intestinal parasites), bacterial and yeast infections of the skin, and some metabolic diseases.

Once it has been established that your cat is not suffering from any other diseases, your vet may check for allergies with an intradermal skin test or with an environmental allergy blood panel. If you opt to do the environmental allergy blood panel, your vet can discuss immunotherapy shots or oral drops that can be compounded for your cat to treat their specific allergies.

Treating environmental allergies also takes a big commitment from the owner. Depending on what your cat is environmentally allergic to, you’ll need to reduce or eliminate the allergens that affect your cat in your home which could include certain cleaning or air freshening products, storage mites, or dust mites.

Food allergies are typically diagnosed by feeding your cat a prescription limited protein or hydrolyzed diet for 12 weeks without any flavored medication or treats. There is also a food allergy blood panel that can test for common food allergies, but frequently veterinarians will recommend the diet trial instead. Next week we’ll go into more detail about limited ingredient diets, hydrolyzed proteins, and food allergy testing.

Talk to your veterinarian about whether your cat could benefit from allergy testing. It can be helpful to know what your cat is environmentally allergic to so you can better understand how to control the symptoms and hopefully improve the quality of life for your furry companion.

 

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Reston Real Estate: Just Listed

This is a sponsored article from Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate

New listings of homes for sale in Reston have gone to just over 300 — a six-year high.

I know that sounds alarming, but in context it’s just over 1 percent of the total number of dwelling units and still not enough to start calling it a buyer’s market.  Cold comfort if your house is lingering on the market but it’s good to for sellers to understand what’s happening in the market.

Here are a few of the 29 new listings that came on the market this week.

11776 STRATFORD HOUSE PL #1309 3BR 3 Baths $1,375,000

2009 UPPER LAKE DR 4BR 2.5 Baths $899,990

1658 BACHAN CT 3BR 2.5 Baths $485,000

1602 WAINWRIGHT DR 2BR 1.5 Baths $367,700

11145 GLADE DR 4BR 3.5 Baths $695,000

11920 REDTREE WAY 3BR 2.5 Baths $370,000

Click here for a detailed report on Reston real estate statistics for the month of September.

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You love your pet. Why not tell everyone in Reston?

Reston Now has a weekly feature called Pet of the Week, which is sponsored by Becky’s Pet Care.

You can shine the spotlight on your animal companion and win prizes as well. Here is what to do:

Send a 2-3 paragraph bio of your pet (e.g., his name, age, what he likes to do, his favorite places to go) and at least 3-4 horizontal photos to [email protected].

To see what the post will look like, see this previous post on Reston Now.

Each week’s winner will receive dog or cat treats from Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks.

Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

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This week’s Reston Pet of the Week is Pickle, a cat that owner Eilka found a few years ago. Here is what she has to say:

This is Pickle. That wasn’t the name we originally had for her, but she so excels at getting herself into a pickle, that the name could not be avoided. My husband found her in a storm drain several years ago.  She was about six months old and was wearing a flea collar, but no tags.

Obviously, someone put that collar on her, so we just assumed that she had run out someone’s front door.  After weeks of posting flyers and calling vets and shelters, it started to dawn on us that she was here to stay.

Pickle is a very unique cat.  She is, without a doubt, the least graceful animal I have ever seen. She will jump on the table and knock everything off without even trying. She can just sit next to something and it will fall over

Pickle also has a clear idea of the hierarchy of the household. My husband tops the list, with her in second place. I’m not sure who’s at the bottom — me or our other cats.  Probably me.  She acts like my husband’s pet and she treats me like her pet.  It’s a good thing she’s so cute!

Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week? Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontal photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks. Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

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This is a sponsored column by Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate

First impressions matter. And that means the curb appeal of you home influences whether a prospective buyer even wants to look inside. Boosting your curb appeal doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are seven simple things you can do to make your home more appealing to prospective buyers.

  1. Install lights along the sidewalk — Lights lining the path to your home are cheery and inviting … and not very expensive. Lighting can also emphasize your landscaping and any other features you want to highlight. Also, lights improve security. Solar lights are perfect for this job. Since they don’t require running electrical cable or extension cords, you can put them wherever you want — down the sidewalk, around a tree. All you have to do to install them is stick them in the ground. There are so many designs today that they can add a nice, decorative touch. It’s a small thing that has a big impact.
  2. Plant Flowers — Need I say more? Just thinking about flowers makes me smile. And I’m not alone. Whether they’re in flower boxes, hanging baskets, or berms, they provide a huge boost to your curb appeal. Planting flowers is one of the easiest, most cost-effective ways to make a big impact. We have tons of nurseries in the area that can recommend exactly what to plant for your yard conditions. It won’t take long or break the bank, and it will make you happy.
  3. Cover Up Dead Spots on Your Lawn — Oh, how we love our trees in Reston. Alas, we don’t love their constant shade, and the inevitable dead spots that surround them. I say surrender to the dead spots. Rather than fight them by constantly planting grass that will never grow, cover them up. Plant some shade loving flowers or plants around them (Hostas do particularly well here). An even easier solution is to mulch them. You will be amazed at how clean and appealing your yard looks when you cover the dead spots!
  4. Upgrade the Hardware on Your Door — Another super simple upgrade is to change the hardware on your door. Styles change, even for door handles and locks. Swapping out old light fixtures and mailboxes (if you have one by your door) can also add new life to your entrance. And while you’re at it, painting the door will add new vibrancy. You can refresh the entire entrance to you home with those simple fixes.
  5. Replace Rotted Wood — Many of the homes in Reston have wood exteriors and HOA requirements forbid any other type of siding. In our moist climate, wood will sometimes rot, especially around window casings. The good news is that fixing it may not be as costly as you think. Sure it’s not as quick a fix as planting flowers, but it will drastically boost your curb appeal, and reduce home inspection issues once you’re under contract.
  6. Clean the Gutters — Cleaning the gutters really doesn’t take that long. Whether you do it yourself or pay to have it done, it will help make your house look more inviting. Something about weeds growing out of gutters just looks untidy.
  7. Power Wash Your House and Decks — Over time, your house and deck can start looking grungy. Sometimes a new coat of paint or stain is called for (you should do that every six or seven years), but often a good power washing is more than enough to make your house look brand-spanking new. Your house will look so fresh, you may wonder why you’ve never done this before!

There are many more things you can do to boost your curb appeal — some small, some more involved. But these seven things alone will drastically improve how your house looks to potential buyers and will make them want to come in and see more.

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Just Sold

This is a sponsored post from Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

This past week, 11 properties went from Pending to Sold in Reston. Total inventory of homes for sale is 297 properties.  Average days on market for this group of properties was 27. We currently have a four-month supply of houses on the market in Reston.

Here are a few of the properties that sold in the last week.

11554 HEMINGWAY DR. 4BR 3.5 Bath. List Price $699,500. Sold Price $675,000. Seller Subsidy $ 0

11675 NEWBRIDGE CT. 4 BR 2 Full, 2 Half Bath. List Price $459,999. Sold Price $450,000. Seller Subsidy $0

1869 CRESCENT PARK DR #115B. 3BR 2.5 Bath. List Price $599,990. Sold Price $595,000. Seller Subsidy $0

1869 CRESCENT PARK DR #115B. 2BR 2 Bath List Price $490,000. Sold Price $475,000. Seller Subsidy $0

1869 CRESCENT PARK DR #115B. 3BR 3.5 Bath List Price $525,000. Sold Price $514,000 .Seller Subsidy $0

11012 RACCOON RIDGE CT. 4BR 2.5 Bath. List Price $799,900. Sold Price $785,000. Seller Subsidy $18,000

11446 WATERVIEW CL. 3BR 3.5 Bath. List Price $595,000. Sold Price $585,000. Seller Subsidy $2,700

11716 DRY RIVER CT. 3BR 3.5 Bath. List Price $454,000. Sold Price $457,500. Seller Subsidy $0

2182 GREENKEEPERS CT. 3BR 2.5 Bath. List Price $399,900. Sold Price $399,900. Seller Subsidy $5,000

1704 RANDOM STONE CT. 3BR 3.5 Bath. List Price $530,000. Sold Price $541,000. Seller Subsidy $0

1369 PARK GARDEN LN. 3BR 2 Full, 2 Half Bath. List Price $620,000. Sold Price $636,000. Seller Subsidy $5,685

Click here for a detailed report of year-to-date Reston real estate market statistics.

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This is a sponsored column by attorneys John Berry and Kimberly Berry of Berry & Berry, PLLC, an employment and labor law firm located in Reston Town Center that specializes in federal employee, security clearance, retirement, and private sector employee matters. They write biweekly on RestonNow.

The rules governing retirement benefits for divorced federal employees and their former spouses are detailed and complex. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is the federal agency that processes court orders, which properly articulate awards of federal retirement-related benefits to the former spouses of federal employees. Therefore, federal employees and their spouses should consider the following general advice if they are facing a divorce.

  1. Be proactive. Federal employees and their spouses should be aware of the special rules governing federal retirement benefits while negotiating the terms of their divorce. We recommend utilizing a family law attorney who is familiar with these specialized regulations and consulting with a federal retirement attorney who can advise on these complex regulations. Far too often, OPM will deny court orders due to failure to meet the regulatory requirements. In such case, the parties will most likely need to seek an amendment to their court order in family court and submit the amended court order to OPM for processing.
  1. Cover your bases. Federal employees have a variety of different retirement benefits, many of which can be shared and/or assigned to former spouses after divorce by court order. The family law attorney should be aware of the types of benefits available, including:  a monthly marital share apportionment (i.e., a portion of the federal retiree’s annuity); a survivor annuity benefit; a portion of the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP); and coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefit (FEHB) and the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) benefits plans. The parties to a divorce can decide the fairest division of these potential assets by familiarizing themselves with each of these types of federal benefits.
  1. Pre-retirement check. We recommend that federal employees meet with a federal agency benefits specialist well in advance of their desired retirement date to discuss their retirement. The federal agency benefits specialist should be able to provide guidance and instructions on how to properly complete retirement paperwork and provide a retirement benefits estimate for the federal employee.

In addition, if the federal employee and his/her former spouse wish to create a survivor annuity benefit, this should be done before the federal employee’s date of retirement. It is incredibly difficult, and often times prohibited, to make modifications post-retirement to a survivor annuity benefit. Therefore, we recommend that all potential issues with survivor annuity benefits be confirmed and corrected in advance of the official retirement date.

Given the unique rules that govern federal retirement benefits, it is highly recommended that federal employees utilize an attorney who is familiar with the proper division of federal retirement benefits in court orders.

Our law firm represents and advises federal employees in federal retirement and other employment matters. If you need legal assistance, please contact our office at (703) 668-0070 or at www.berrylegal.com to schedule a consultation. Please also visit and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BerryBerryPllc.

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This is a sponsored post by veterinarian Elizabeth Arguelles, owner of Just Cats Clinic at Lake Anne Plaza. She writes weekly on Reston Now.

Halloween is fun for kids and adults, but it can be a dangerous day for cats. With increased traffic on the streets, noisy children that could scare your cat and lit pumpkins and decorations, Halloween poses additional risk to our furry family members. But with proper care and preparation, your cat can safely spend Halloween with the rest of your family.

Take these easy steps to keep your cat safe on Halloween:

  • If your cat is an indoor/outdoor cat, make sure you start keeping it indoors several days before Halloween. It may take a while for your feline to adjust to staying inside, so it’s good to give it some time to get acclimatized.
  • Whether your cat goes outside or is indoor-only, ensure it is in a separate room on Halloween night and away from activities. Of course, make sure that your feline has food, water, a litter box and everything else it might need. Being cooped up will be easier for your kitty if the room is a “safe zone,” complete with its favorite toy, treat or blanket. Feliway air diffusers might also help to calm your cat down. Be sure to visit the cat frequently so it does not feel punished.
  • If you cannot confine your cat to a separate room, make sure it does not dart out when opening the door for trick-or-treaters. If your cat gets outside on a night with increased noise and activity, it may be difficult to get it back inside. Just in case, make sure your cat has proper identification. If your cat does escape, a collar with a tag and/or microchip can increase the chances it will be returned unharmed. Make sure your information associated with the microchip is current
  • Keep your cat away from any bowls of Halloween candy. Chocolates of any kind, but especially the dark or baking varieties, can be fatal to cats. Candies that contain the artificial sweetener Xylitol can also cause problems. If you suspect your cat or any pets in your household have ingested anything toxic, please contact the ASPCA poison control hotline at 1-888-426-4435 and your veterinarian immediately.
  • Popular Halloween decorations like pumpkins, candles or fake spider webs can be hazardous to your cat. Lit candles can be a burn hazard for a curious cat and a potential fire hazard for your home if your cat knocks it over. Substitute real candles with artificial candles that use batteries to create the same spooky effect without the additional risk. Additionally, anything that dangles is a potential hazard to your cat. Whether it’s fake spider webs, a string of lights or other hanging decorations, remember to keep it out of reach of your cat to prevent accidents or ingestion.

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Reston Real Estate: Just Listed

This is a sponsored article from Eve Thompson of Reston Real Estate.

Twenty-six new properties came on the market this week in Reston, bringing the total inventory of homes for sale to 297. That equates to just less than a four-month supply of homes on the market now. The five-year September average is 2.3 homes.

Here are a few of the new homes for sale in Reston.

11086 Saffold Way, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, $320,000

2012 Lakewinds Dr., 4 BR, 3.5 BA, $850,000

11610 Quail Ridge Court, 6 BR, 4.5 BA, $849,900

1634 Stowe Rd., 5 BR, 3.5 BA, $674,900

2165 Whisper Way, 2 BR, 2.5 BA, $355,000

12025 New Dominion Parkway, 2 BR, 2 BA, $749,900

To see many more new listings this week, visit my website, Reston Real Estate.

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Just Sold Eleven properties went from pending to sold in Reston last week. The total inventory of homes for sale is just under 300 houses. One interesting item to note this week is that the average price of those 11 homes was $378,000 — a good bit lower than our typical average of $450,000.

The chart below shows how far up the inventory is over the same period last year, with a 91 percent increase.

Here are the properties that sold last week.

  • 11616 Springhouse Place. Listed Price, $725,000; Sold Price, $712,500. Seller Subsidy, $6,500
  • 11616 Springhouse Place. Listed Price, $439,900; Sold Price, $432,500. Seller Subsidy, $5,000
  • 2364 Old Trail Dr. Listed Price, $394,000; Sold Price $394,000. Seller Subsidy, $0
  • 2352 Horseferry Court. Listed Price, $385,000; Sold Price $374,000. Seller Subsidy, $8,000
  • 2328 Hunters Square Court. Listed Price, $379,000; Sold Price $379,000. Seller Subsidy, $4,500
  • 11404 Gate Hill Place #95. Listed Price, $359,000; Sold Price, $337,500. Seller Subsidy, $0
  • 12013 Taliesin Place #26. Listed Price, $350,000; Sold Price, $328,000. Seller Subsidy, $1,000
  • 12000 Market St. #206. Listed Price, $349,000; Sold Price $325,000. Seller Subsidy, $0
  • 2184 Cartwright Place. Listed Price, $299,900; Sold Price, $290,000; Seller Subsidy, $8,700
  • 1712 Abercromby Court #G. Listed Price, $285,000; Sold Price, $271,500; Seller Subsidy, $0
  • 11658 Stoneview Square #12C. Listed Price, $195,000; Sold Price $195,000. Seller Subsidy $5,000

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Meet Reba, this week’s Reston Pet of the Week. Reba is a 9-month-old, 35-pound dog thought to be a Labrador and pointer mix. She is being boarded now and is up for adoption through the group K-9 Lifesavers.

The rescue organization uses volunteer foster homes across the D.C. metropolitan area and will participate in the 10th annual Home 4 the Holidays pet adoption event at Reston Town Center on Nov. 1. The adoption event will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 11900 Market St.

Here’s what K-9 Lifesavers had to say about Reba.

This country girl from Georgia is ready for your home! She’s so cute in person that her picture doesn’t do her justice. She’s very smart and eager to play in the summer sun. Reba is the perfect age for training and socialization. She would make a great addition to any size home. Summer lovin’ is all she craves!!! And of course your forever home too!

Want your pet to be considered for the Reston Pet of the Week? Email [email protected] with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontal photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks. Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Reston and Northern Virginia.

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Discover South Bay Cluster

Reston Real Estate column bannerLake Audubon is one of Reston’s gems. More than 30 contemporary homes with cedar siding are located nearby, in South Bay Cluster. Thirty percent of these homes are on lakefront property; the rest have private access to the lake. The community dock is available to all residents

South Bay Cluster’s 3- and 4-bedroom townhouses built in the ’80s all have garages as well. What more could you want?

South Bay (Photo courtesy of Eve Thompson)For families, South Bay is walking distance to Terraset Elementary School, Langston Hughes Middle School and South Lakes High School. It’s a short walk to the South Lakes Shopping Center, where Starbucks, Safeway and Café Sano can be found. And the neighborhood is a quick ride to the Reston Metro station, Dulles Airport and Reston Town Center.

For those who want to play close to home, a Reston Association playground is located near the entrance to the community. Walker Nature Education Center, Lake Fairfax Park (home of the Water Mine) and Reston Association pools and tennis courts are all close by, too.

South Bay Cluster has something for everyone, all centrally located in South Reston.

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