Best of the Weekly: Animals

Camp Bow Wow won Best Boarding Service (Charisma Howard/A Brew & You)

Best Boarding Service: Camp Bow Wow

Camp Bow Wow offers pooch parents peace of mind. They can watch their fur babies interact with the staff and their four-legged friends in play areas inside and outside thanks to webcams. Not only can you take that vacation knowing your pets will be cared for, but you can also send them to camp for half-days.

8635 Crown Crescent Court, Charlotte

Best Veterinarian: Matthews Animal Clinic

Matthews Animal Clinic has been serving and growing with the community since 1968. The clinic offers surgeries, dental procedures, lab work, microchipping and wellness checks. Boarding and grooming are also available. People rave about the clinic’s caring staff, which includes multiple veterinarians. 

10600 Monroe Road, Matthews

Best Dog Trainer: Charlotte

Canine Academy

Have a dog that wrecks the house and doesn’t listen to a word you say? Then take them to an experienced dog trainer like Charlotte Canine Academy. Julie Carty launched the business in 2010. The academy has a program in which dogs can stay with the trainer until training is complete.

4806 Spicewood Drive, Charlotte

Best Groomer: Pet Paradise

Pet Paradise is a luxury pet resort that offers a clean space for pets to stay and a fun place for them to play. There’s even a dog bone-shaped pool. Grooming is one of the amenities offered at the resort. Pets can get go-home baths before checking out.

10714 Independence Pointe Pkwy., Matthews

Best Pet Store: Woof ‘N Hoof

The family-owned shop in Mint Hill beat out several prominent chain stores. The store collaborates with rescues to hold adoption events, as well as participates in community events like Mint Hill Madness. Woof ‘N Hoof has been around since 1997.

7710 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill

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