Support will keep shelter animals healthy and help dogs find forever homes
Revival, a JdV by Hyatt hotel located in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, is proud to announce new four-legged friendly initiatives in partnership with the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS). These initiatives are an expansion of the hotel’s current pet-friendly programming.
“We’re always looking for ways to support the Baltimore community while providing unique and exciting programming for our guests,” said Donte Johnson, general manager for Revival. “By expanding our pet-friendly program to include this partnership with BARCS, we hope to highlight and support the work this incredible organization does while also encouraging our guests to do the same.”
As part of the partnership, Revival will host a new BARCS dog each month that is up for adoption. Cared for by Emily Cover, event sales manager at Revival, and supported by the entire hotel team, the dogs will be on-site at the hotel during the day for all guests to interact with – and, hopefully, find a new home. The first dog, a mixed breed named “Poundcake”, joined the hotel team last week. The public can follow along with Poundcake’s and future featured dog’s journeys on the hotel’s social media channels. To view and download images of Poundcake, please visit the link below.
In addition, beginning this winter, for every two plus nights a guest declines housekeeping services, Revival will make a donation to BARCS. Donations will go toward ensuring BARCS animals are fed, receive shelter and get necessary medical care. In addition to raising awareness of adoptable pets in our community, this expansion of the hotel’s pet programming will reduce the hotel’s water usage and decrease other wastes.
These new initiatives support the hotel’s overall pet programming, as the hotel and the Mount Vernon neighborhood have been pet-friendly since opening. The hotel also provides bowls, beds and mats for guests who are travelling with their dogs. The Mount Vernon neighborhood also has many dog parks, groomers, sitters and boutique pet shops all within walking distance of the hotel.
The hotel is also pleased to add Ava’s Pet Palace as a new vendor at its Corner Store Gift Shop. The company, founded by Ava Dorsey when she was just eight years old, features a variety of organic and all-natural dog and cat treats made right out of the Dorsey family kitchen in Chicago. Pet lovers in the community and hotel guests with furry companions can now purchase her Peanut Paw Cookies or Bingos Banana & Oatmeal dog treats at the Corner Store Gift Shop.
“As pet parents, we know the joy and, also, challenges of traveling with furry family members,” said Johnson. “We look forward to being a resource for pet parents so that they may have an enjoyable and comfortable stay.”
The hotel will continue to expand its programming with events and partnerships in the future. Revival is committed to being a space that is inclusive and welcoming to all. The hotel’s social impact efforts include curated programming, and events such as educational workshops, interesting conversations, art pop-ups and spirit-free cocktails. Revival prides itself on being more than a hotel through partnerships with partnerships with local minority businesses, engaging in philanthropic efforts and aiding the community wherever the need may be. Partnerships launched in 2021 include those with Lor Tush, Urban Oyster, Breaking Bread and Art of Balance Wellness Spa. For more information on Revival’s community efforts, visit https://www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/maryland/baltimore/hotel-revival-baltimore/community-impact
About Revival
Revival is located at 101 West Monument Street, in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood. The 107-room, 14-story boutique hotel is contributing to the renewal of the area through a vibrant guest experience, thoughtful design, and restaurants and signature bars. The property embraces Mount Vernon’s notable history of art and culture by featuring an extensive array of local artists and artisans. It also embodies Baltimore by showcasing local products, the city’s history, and native cuisine. Topside, the hotel’s year-round rooftop restaurant and bar, showcases the distinct flavors of Baltimore and the Chesapeake Bay. Revival offers four event spaces, totaling 4,000 square feet, accommodating a range of guests, from 10 to 200. The hotel is the first Joie de Vivre property in Baltimore. For more information, please visit www.jdvhotels.com/revival.
About JdV by Hyatt
A community for the spirited, light-hearted, and young-at-heart, JdV by Hyatt offers a collection of vibrant, independent hotels that are true reflections of the urban neighborhoods they call home. Each hotel provides an experience that is inclusive in spirit and space, welcoming all vibes, tribes and unique souls—effortlessly bringing people together with joy-driven service. Embracing its namesake, each property invites guests and locals to connect, live in the moment and celebrate the joy of life. Follow @JDVHotels on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for news and updates. For more information, please visit www.jdvhotels.com.
About BARCS
BARCS is a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization operating Maryland’s largest animal shelter and pet adoption center. We are an open admission shelter, granting refuge to every abandoned, neglected, abused, lost or surrendered animal that comes through our door. No matter what the circumstance, we do not turn away any animal in need of shelter, food, medical care and a loving touch. Yearly, this equates to more than 10,000 dogs, cats, kittens, puppies, and even wildlife and exotic animals that need care and placement. Each year, BARCS is growing, evolving and working to implement new innovative programs that benefit animals in need and the neighborhoods that support them.
