Best of: Pets
Dog Walker
WINNER
Fur-Get Me Not
Nobody wants to leave their furry friend home alone all day. Tammy Rosen, owner of Fur-Get Me Not, and her team make it so you can go and leave the TLC to them. For 10 years, Rosen has provided area pet owners services ranging from dog walking to training. But what makes Fur-Get Me Not the best? “We set high standards for our staff. We take pride in the services we offer, and we really listen to our customers,” says Rosen. And with a new dog trainer on board, Rosen is expanding her services to provide private in-home consultations. 4140 S. Four Mile Run Drive; Arlington; 703-933-1935; www.furgetmenot.com—LN
RUNNER-UP
Woofie’s
571-426-6503; www.woofies.com
HONORABLE MENTION
Your Dog Smiles
571-297-5628; www.yourdogsmiles.com
Kennel
WINNER
Fur-Get Me Not
Dog Groomer
WINNER
Canine Carousel
A family business, indeed. Canine Carousel, during working hours, is home to Lil Lewis and her four daughters. “They have been in the shop helping out as soon as they were able to reach the tubs,” says Lewis. For 33 years, Lewis and her team of seven have been pampering pooches in the area by providing precision grooming and spa services (with a new taxi service) pet owners would be jealous of (hot oil treatments, deep conditioner and mud baths). 680 Elden St., Herndon; 703-709-TRIM; caninecarousel.com—LN
RUNNER-UP
Bark ‘N Bubbles
Multiple NoVA locations; www.barknbubblesdogwash.com
HONORABLE MENTION
Dog-a-Do Salon
626 Grant St., Suite G, Herndon; 703-437-3901
Dog Trainer
WINNER
Kissable Canine
Does Rex have a bit of a temper? Or maybe Duke can’t seem to make it through the day without ripping into the nearest cushion. Either way, Lisa Tudor, owner of Kissable Canine, is there to help. “Happy dogs make a happy house,” says Tudor, whose training and adventure trips strengthen the bond between owner and canine. Besides working with dogs on obedience, house training and behavior modification, Kissable Canine offers adventure camps that take the city dog out to places where they can play like a dog—with herding trips, water adventures and more. 571-312-1940; www.kissablecanine.com—LN
RUNNER-UP
Fur-Get Me Not
HONORABLE MENTION
Cooperative Paws
1009 Frederick St. S.W., Vienna; 703-489-6452; www.cooperativepaws.com
Animal hospital/Veterinarian
WINNER
Capital Cat Clinic
Felines have always held a place in the hearts of Dr. Marcus Brown and his co-owner Dan Brown, so in 1998 they gave the Arlington area something they saw that was lacking: an all-feline animal hospital. “We love dogs, but … some people and their pets feel more comfortable with the absence of dogs,” says Dan Brown. Not having dogs also allows for the facility to have more of a home-like feel, explains Brown. “We have hardwood floors and nice furniture, something you can’t really have with dogs.” 923 N. Kenmore St., Arlington; 703-522-1995; www.capitalcat.com—LN
RUNNER-UP
Caring Hands Animal Hospital
Multiple NoVA locations; www.caringhandsvet.com
HONORABLE MENTION
Clocktower
2451 Centreville Road; Herndon; 703-713-1200; www.clocktowervets.com