New Snaggle Foot Franchise Gives Port Washington Something to Bark About

JUNE 17, 2010--Port Washington pet owners have a new friend on the block worth barking about: Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care. The national company run by pet lovers for pet lovers recently opened the doors of its latest franchise in Port Washington, Wisconsin, welcoming the fuzzy, the winged and the four-legged alike. From dog walking to pet sitting to in-home pet care, Snaggle Foot brings personalized pet service to animal lovers who want the peace of mind that comes with leaving their furry loved ones in loving hands when work or vacations require absences from home.

"I'm ecstatic to be part of the Snaggle Foot team, and bring its widely acclaimed services to the Port Washington area," says franchise owner Cindy Dancer. "I'm particularly excited to bring some of my own unique expertise to this Snaggle Foot franchise. It just goes to show that Snaggle Foot offers a level of excellence that's head and shoulders above typical pet-care services."

Like all Snaggle Foot employees and franchise owners, Cindy is certified in pet CPR and first aid. But what sets her apart is that she's also extensively trained in canine hydrotherapy, and holds a certificate in it from Greyfriars Rehabilitation Centre in Guildford, Surrey, England. Canine hydrotherapy isn't just a fancy term for a doggie bath. Rather, canine hydrotherapy entails a full water-massage system for dogs in order to treat chronic conditions, relieve pain and promote general fitness — or just to de-stress after a day of excitement.

Additionally, Cindy has a deep understanding of the importance of pet companions — and not just for frenzied games of fetch and the pleasure of daily walks. One of her dogs, Rocky, assisted Cindy as a Hearing Dog for Deaf People in the U.K., where Cindy lived for 20 years before returning to the United States. Today, Rocky happily pals around with his adopted brother, Cooper, a shepherd mix who’s picking up a few lessons as Rocky continues to assist Cindy. She also has a red Persian cat named Pippi.

"Cindy's strong and unique relationship with Rocky, as well as her inherent business sense and obvious compassion for all animals, makes her a fabulous addition to the Snaggle Foot team," says Snaggle Foot founder Karen Cockrill. "She is our only franchisee offering an expanded line of services, including a ‘Welcome Home’ service for vacationing pet owners, puppy socialization, and canine hydrotherapy. Pet owners in Port Washington should be as excited as we are that Cindy is opening a Snaggle Foot in the community — their pets are in for a real treat!”

Of course, the Port Washington Snaggle Foot also offers the classic services the pet care company is known for, such as Snaggle Foot's ever-popular vacation visit. This in-home pet care session includes walk or play time, feeding, watering as well as some light household maintenance. But whatever pet care services Port Washington residents need, they can rest assured they're in good hands with Cindy Dancer and Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care.

About Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care: With locations from Texas to New Hampshire, Snaggle Foot Dog Walks & Pet Care offers professional pet care by the most qualified people: pet-lovers. Employees of the fully insured and bonded company are certified in pet CPR and first aid, and undergo a full background check and drug screening. Boasting an array of services, from dog-walking to pet sitting, and convenient features such as online account management, Snaggle Foot is taking pet care out of the kennels and into the modern age.