Wirral Globe Best for Pets 2023 shortlist revealed

Four-legged friends and feathered friends quickly become part of the family.

We wanted our next Best of 2023 category to honour those people in Wirral who help our pets when they’re hurt or who take them for walks while we’re at work.

One copy of the Wirral Globe counts for five votes in the Best of 2023 competition so it’s time to have your say about who deserves the award for Wirral’s Best for Pets.

Since its launch in April, we’ve looked at a whole host of categories from hair and nails to pies and roast dinners, and from cocktails and breakfast to fitness and fish and chips.

Next up was pets – a new category for this year’s Best of 2023 awards.

We were inundated with nominations for vets and pet sitters as well as dog walkers and groomers and we’ve shortlisted the top ten, who will battle it out to be named Best for Pets in Wirral.

Now we need your help to choose the winner from our ten shortlisted nominees.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best for Pets shortlist post on our Wirral Globe Facebook or Twitter pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Wirral Globe (Wednesday, June 28 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each different coupon submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Monday, July 3 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR TEN BEST FOR PETS SHORTLIST:

Mad About Dogs Wirral

Mad About Dogs, Brimstage Road, Heswall

Claire Brown “loves every dog that walks through her door as if it were her own” and she will “support anyone with their dog under all circumstances.”

One nomination said: “All the pooches under her care are looked after as well – if not better – than in their own home!”

For more details go to facebook.com/madaboutdogswirral.co.uk

Sanderson Vet

Sanderson Vets, Pensby Road, Heswall

The team at Sanderson Vets are “compassionate, kind and caring” keeping owners informed of their pets’ progress.

One nomination said: “Excellent friendly service and very understanding.”

Another praised their care, which is available 24/7 with staff going “above and beyond” for pets all over Wirral.

For more details go to facebook.com/sandersonvet

Wirral Whiskers

Wirral Whiskers

Livi Parkins provides one-to-one services for cats as well as small animals and exotics boarding.

One happy customer said: “Livi is a fantastic pet sitter and my cats love her.”

A second said: “Nothing is too much trouble and she always goes above and beyond when she’s looking after my pets.”

For more details go to facebook.com/WirralWhiskers

Medivet Heswall

Medivet, Daryl Road, Heswall

One recommendation said: “An absolute superhero – caring for all of Wirral’s wildlife, saving so many little lives.”

Another praised their work for charity as well as their dedication to their clients.

For more details go to facebook.com/MedivetHeswall

Paws-a-strollin'

Paws-a-strollin’, Radnor Drive, Wallasey

One nomination said: “Rosie walks my dog when I have meetings and I know from her reaction that she loves going out with Rosie.

“I always get fab pictures from their adventures together.”

For more details go to facebook.com/PawsaStrollin

Mutts 2 Masters

Mutts 2 Masters Dog Walking, Birkenhead

One review on their Facebook said: “Only three sessions and my dog is much improved!

“I would highly recommend Louise to anyone looking to train their dog.”

Another recommendation said: “It’s the very best training you can give your dog – she’s a real dog lover.”

For more details go to facebook.com/Petservicesuk

Celandine Wood Animal Rescue

Celandine Wood Animal Rescue, Heswall

A small rescue focusing on giving animals a second chance, from wildlife to domestic pets.

One nomination said: “They’re absolutely amazing.

“They go above and beyond every day to help and save the lives of our furry friends.”

For more details go to facebook.com/celandinewoodrescue

Happy Pets = Happy Tails

Happy Pets = Happy Tails, Higher Bebington

Happy customers say “Matt is amazing” and “our boys love him to bits”.

One added: “Matt is so calming and provides such a great service looking after our pets as if they were his own.”

For more details go to facebook.com/happypetsequalshappytails

Rustic Paws

Rustic Paws Animal Services, Birkenhead

A nomination said: “Our dog is a rescue and their laidback approach really helps Skye and us feel calm and relaxed knowing she’s well looked after.

“They love everyone’s pets as much as the owners.”

For more details go to facebook.com/rusticpawsas

Home Loving Cats Wirral

Home Loving Cats Wirral

Happy clients say “definitely Home Loving Cats Wirral” and “they always go above and beyond”.

Another said: “That’s easy to answer – Home Loving Cats – and I wouldn’t trust anyone else.

“My fur baby looks forward to the cuddles and extra attention from Barbara.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100027866573654