See you at Friday’s red carpet event on Elvis Presley Boulevard (out the front of Ray White).
Gail Richardson is a mother of two, a carer for her sister, a Property Manager at Ray White Parkes, and the owner and qualified trainer of Bartley’s Barkers.
Gail started Bartley’s Barkers with her first dog CJ, a Red Cloud Kelpie, approximately 20 years ago. In addition to providing one-on-one training in Parkes at her training facilities, Gail can also provide training via skype. Gail claims, “A dog is only ever as good as the owner is at training it.”
“I also work with adults and children that have scare issues with dogs and children who have learning issues or are on the spectrum,” continued Gail.
Gail came up with the idea for the Hound Dog competition six years ago and presented it to the committee as a concept that would add to the festival. “Elvis loved dogs and horses, so Hound Dog was an easy fit,” said Gail.
The Hound Dog competition will be held on Friday 10 January outside the Ray White Office on Clarinda Street. The competition features three categories: best dressed Elvis festival themed, best dressed owner/dog combo and best dressed Elvis jumpsuit. Entry is $10 per dog and they can enter one or all categories. Dogs must walk the red carpet where they will be judged and prizes awarded. Entry forms are available at the Ray White Office or by calling 6862 1900 and the cut-off time is 9am on the day of the event.