St Helens Star readers choose top ten places that are perfect for pets

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

We wanted our next Best of 2024 category to honour those people in St Helens who help our pets when they’re hurt or who take them for walks while we’re at work.

One copy of the St Helens Star counts for five votes in the Best of 2024 competition so it’s time to have your say about who deserves the award for St Helens’ 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.

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 Warrington.

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 St Helens Star Facebook or X (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 St Helens Star (Thursday, July 25 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-conditions)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Sunday, July 28 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best of 2024 appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR 10 BEST FOR PETS SHORTLIST:

Leannes Doggy B&B Whiston

Leanne’s Doggy B7B Whiston

One nomination said: “Leanne is amazing.

“First time leaving my pet while going on holiday for 10 days and I was so worried.

“But my worries were soon eased with updates and photos – he looked so happy!

“Knowing he was being well looked after made it easier to be away from him.”

For more details go to facebook.com/leannesdoggybnb

Kitty Angel Cat Hotel

Kitty Angel Cat Hotel, Bradlegh Road, St Helens

One happy pet owner said: “This is completely unique and innovative cat care with individually controlled temperature in each room, entertainment for pets and experienced staff living on site.”

For more details go to facebook.com/migatobonitoboardingcattery

It's a Dog's Life

It’s A Dog’s Life, Ormande Street, St Helens

Furry friends “always have an amazing time there” and the owners “are so helpful and friendly”.

One family with a dog said: “This is a fantastic place to give your dogs free play with a ball pool and sandpit.

“You can also train your dogs in agility in a safe space.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558408521854

The Dog Lady

The Dog Lady, St Helens

One recommendation said: “I couldn’t recommend these guys more.

“Kathy comes and picks my dog up most days and he can’t wait to go and play with his friends.

“She even gives him a clean before dropping him off at home and also sends pictures of what he’s been up to during the day.”

For more details go to facebook.com/TheDogLadyStHelens

Grooms by Darcy

Grooms by Darcy, Prescot

One happy customer said: “This is the absolute best!

“My pup can be nervous with new people, especially in surroundings that she doesn’t know but Darcy knew exactly what to do to win her over.

“Her groom was gorgeous – couldn’t recommend highly enough!”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086583623166

Windle Wonder Touch Doggy Day Care

Windle Wonder Touch Doggy Day Care, Hard Lane, St Helens

One nomination said: “They take such good care of my dog – she gets so excited when I tell her it’s daycare day.

“I know she’s in great hands with behaviour specialists and trainers on site.

“I trust them all with my girl.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063474973143

Pooch Party and Slumber

Pooch Party and Slumber

This popular place comes highly recommended with customers saying it’s “without doubt” the best place for pets”.

One client said: “Takes so much pride in her work and you can tell she adores the dogs she works with.

“A true animal lover!”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555384666770

VIPaws

VIPaws, St Helens

One nomination said: “VIPaws is so amazing – they are so caring and nothing is too trouble for our fur babies.

“I wouldn’t send my pets anywhere else.”

Another said: “They look after pets like they are their own.”

For more details go to facebook.com/groups/353876533523861

Reservoir Dog Grooming and Pet Supplies

Reservoir Dog Grooming and Pet Supplied

A satisfied dog owner said: “The best in the business!

“The love she has for our dogs is like no other and the dogs always come first.

“You know your pets are in good hands here.”

For more details go to facebook.com/reservoirpetsupplies

Dogs Rock

Dogs Rock, Rainhill, Prescott, Lowton, Goborne

One nomination said: “Wendy is absolutely amazing with my dog and I trust her one hundred per cent.

“She makes sure all the dogs have a good time on their walks and my dog loves going out with her and all her friends.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089392668745