June 19, 2026

The Breeden Company Earns National Recognition at 2026 Pet & Housing Awards

The Breeden Company and The Pinnacle on 31st Street have been nationally recognized for their leadership and innovation in pet-inclusive housing, earning multiple top honors at the 2026 Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative (PIHI) Pet & Housing Awards, presented by Michelson Found Animals.

This year’s recognition represents a truly unprecedented achievement, highlighting Breeden’s continued commitment to creating communities where residents—and their pets—can thrive.

Award Highlights

The Breeden Company is proud to announce the following national honors:

  • Most Impactful Pet & Community Engagement Event or Program – The Breeden Company
  • Best Leap Forward – The Breeden Company
  • Most Innovative Pet Amenity or Amenity Group – The Pinnacle on 31st Street

These awards celebrate organizations and communities across the country that are advancing innovative, inclusive housing solutions for pet owners and setting a new standard for the industry.

A Commitment to Pet-Inclusive Living

The recognition underscores The Breeden Company’s dedication to enhancing the resident experience through thoughtful, pet-friendly initiatives. From elevated amenities to meaningful community engagement, Breeden continues to lead the way in creating environments that support connection, wellness, and inclusivity.

The Pinnacle on 31st Street, recognized for its innovative pet amenity offerings, exemplifies this commitment—delivering lifestyle-driven design that benefits both residents and their pets.

Celebrating Innovation Nationwide

Presented by Michelson Found Animals’ Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative, the Pet & Housing Awards are a national platform honoring forward-thinking organizations, communities, and leaders who are helping ensure people and pets can live together without barriers.

To view the full list of winners and relive the excitement of this year’s announcement, you can rewatch the awards unveiling in the below link.

Building Communities That Matter

With these honors, The Breeden Company continues to set a national benchmark for pet-inclusive housing—reinforcing its mission to build communities that enrich lives, strengthen connections, and create a true sense of home.

About The Breeden Company

Nationally recognized, with over 65 years of expertise in every facet of the industry, The Breeden Company is a vertically integrated real estate development organization that boasts market-leading divisions including commercial real estate, multifamily property management and construction. With a portfolio of over 13,000 apartments and 2 million square feet of retail and office space that have been owned, managed and developed, The Breeden Company is one of the premier real estate development firms in the nation. Breeden Realty is one of the top commercial real estate firms in Virginia (Virginia Business, 2024); Breeden Property Management is one of the top multifamily property management firms in the country (Multi-Housing News, 2025); Breeden Construction, the much-acclaimed multifamily general contractor for numerous third-party clients, is one of the top multifamily builders in the country (Building Design + Construction, 2025).
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