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Canine care franchisee in contention Footballing pooch a star at STFC
with mighty McDonalds for award
Swindon businesswoman Hilary National 2015 EWIF (Encouraging
Coates faces stiff competition Women in to Franchising) Awards.
after being listed as a finalist for Hilary, who runs West Swindon
New Franchisee of the Year at the based dog boarding business Wag-
ging Tails, is one of three finalists
and is up against franchisees from
national fast food chain McDonalds
and bookkeepers Rosemary Book-
keeping.
Hilary launched her Wagging
Tails franchise in April 2014 giving
dogs in the Swindon area their very
own holiday when their owners are
away. Guest dogs stay in the homes
Hilary Coates and Bandit of specially selected carers, all of
whom are experienced dog owners, If you have been to a Swindon Town banners that can be spotted all
home game recently you might have around the stadium.
Janet’s licensed by their local councils and spotted Lucky, the Border Collie. The boarding kennel in Purton
fully insured.
The footballing pooch is featured
Puppy Hilary’s service has received huge on posters and ads around the is open all year round and is the
perfect place for your pet if you go
Skool demand. She said: “To be nominated stadium promoting Barkimber Pet away over the summer holidays,
for an award for doing something
Have fun teaching your dog that is so rewarding is fantastic and Care. or even just for a long May Bank
good manners and behaviour to be in the company of a globally The eight year old, who has been Holiday weekend.
at one of our friendly classes recognised brand like McDonalds is football obsessed all his life and See the Barkimber Pet Care advert
3 Playskool class for puppies is never without a ball by his side, below.
3 Adult beginners/improvers incredible. I’m keeping my fingers is the main star of the TV ads and www.barkimberpetcare.com
3 Senior Skool/advanced classes crossed.”
3 One to one advice & training The 2015 winners will be
3 Fun agility workshops announced at the EWIF awards Swindon woman crowned
www.janetspuppyskool.co.uk ceremony which takes place on
APDT Member (01066) Tuesday 12 May at the RBS Build- pet carer of the year
Janet Garrett DipCABT (QCF-Level 4) ing, London.
Tel: 01793 727158 By Imogen
[email protected] Fun dog event Beckhelling
The RSPCA Fun Dog Show takes Swindonian Audrey
FOSSE DOGOTEL & CATTERY place on Monday 25 May at The Cowley has been
crowned Pet Carer of
CRICKLADE ROAD, CIRENCESTER Westcott Recreation Ground in the Year for dedica-
Wootton Bassett Road.
NOW OFFERS Registration begins at 10am and tion and devotion
DOGGY DAY CARE !! judging commences at 11am. The to the care of her
AS WELL AS OUR USUAL FACILITIES classes include most handsome dog, diabetic cat Symba
best junior handler, dog most like its The awards were
owner, waggiest tail and prettiest launched as part
bitch. of Pet Diabetes

Only dogs who are over six months Month, which aimed
old can enter. to celebrate the
There will be lots of stalls, refresh- commitment it takes to successfully diabetes for nearly five years.
ments, a funfair and attractions. The manage the condition in pets. She said: “I’m thrilled to have
event is held in conjunction with It was Audrey’s vet who recog- won this award and will cherish
01285 860200 the Swindon and Old Town Rotary nised the extraordinary efforts the professional photos of Symba
[email protected] Club’s annual Duck Race at 3.30pm. she makes to care for her cat and forever.”
www.fossedogotelandcattery.co.uk www.RSPCAnorthwilts.org.uk nominated her. The event was supported by MSD
Despite suffering from motor Animal Health, who offer a range
neurone disease (MND), leaving of veterinary pharmaceuticals and
Audrey with various functional services to pet owners, farmers and
difficulties, such as being unable animal health professionals.
to walk and talk without difficulty, See details at:
has succeeded in managing Symba’s www.mypetonline.co.uk/petdiabetes
Pet Boarding, Dog Day Care and shop
A purrfect show
supplying Quality Food, Toys and Equipment
This year’s Black & White Cat Club Championship Show is being held at
Cricklade Town Hall on Saturday 9 May, 12.30pm to 4pm.
Not only will there be a chance to see some of the champion pedigree
and non-pedigree cats, but there will be stalls, a raffle, food and refresh-
ments, and even an auction (not of cats).
We at Barkimber have a strong passion for the welfare and happiness of all our guests The Black & White is the oldest cat club in the country, but this is a
and we believe that their holiday should be at least as much fun as yours! chance to discover that there are many different types and colours of
Barkimber Pet Care, 7 Packhorse Lane, Purton, Swindon, Wiltshire SN5 4HU cat other than black and white ones. Entry costs £2; concessions £1. Call
Tel: 01793 771285 • E:mail: [email protected] 07801 802832 or 01666 860646 for details.
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