A shopping-obsessed German Shepherd has actually been crowned the paw-manager of its regional wilko branch, following an across the country look for canine ambassadors for the brand name’s pet-friendly shops.
Mack, a two-year-old rescue dog, fell for wilko when the store began permitting dogs in in 2015 and he started making routine journeys with his owner to the branch in Preston.
Mack is now among 6 ‘Paw Managers’ in the UK, following in the paw-prints of Jazz the golden Cockapoo who just recently ended up being the very first pooch to declare the honorary title due to her love of the store.
Following Jazz’s appointment, dog owners up and down the nation were welcomed to choose their own animal to be crowned ‘Paw Managers’ by sending a picture of their hounds and a description on why they would be paw-fect for the position.
In addition to their pooch being approved ‘Paw Manager’ status and a personalized lanyard, the lucky winners likewise received a £100 wilko present card to invest in anything from canine food and treats to dog toys, beds and grooming equipment.
Paula Bedford, Head of Retail at wilko, said: “We’re proud to have 248 dog-friendly stores nationwide and welcome all pooches to come along in store with their owners to browse our pet range – and even pick out their own treats.
“We’re so excited to welcome Mack to the team, he’s a good boy and we’re looking forward to him swapping the lead for the lanyard and enjoying more visits to his very own wilko store in Preston”.
Jen Watson, Mack’s owner, said: “Mack likes wilko! It’s his top preferred shop to go to and whenever we go to the Preston store he’s next to himself with enjoyment.
“We’re so pleased that he’s been called Paw Manager.
“Mack gladly uses his little lanyard when we visit our regional store, where both staff and clients ruin him rotten. He likewise likes using it at home!”
