Hudson - Litchfield News May 20, 2011 - 11
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Jackie’s Clean Sweep Jackie’s Clean Sweep is a local, independent,
owner-operated business based in Hudson. Jackie Martone, originally from Brazil, moved to United States in 2001 where she married her husband Larry Martone. While searching for employment opportunities Jackie’s business background was her true calling. Looking for a business that was both exciting and fulfilling she found that a cleaning business was the perfect fit. Bringing smiles to countless faces as well as the satisfaction of providing people with clean living environments was the catalyst for Jackie’s Clean Sweep. Now, 10 years later, Jackie has accomplished
many achievements. Earning U.S. citizenship is at the top of that list. Going forward she earned certifications, licenses and knowledge of the cleaning industry. Now leading a team
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of professional cleaners and providing top- notch service, her goal is to help us all enjoy life more, and let her handle the mundane chore of housecleaning.
’ She recently became a Partner for Cleaning
For A Reason who provides free housecleaning services for women undergoing treatment for cancer. “I believe the bonds that we develop and the goodwill I create for my company will far exceed any costs I may incur.” “Time” is the one commodity most busy people just don’t seem to have enough of these days. For many upwardly mobile and dual income families today, the home you’ve worked so hard to obtain is a time-consuming chore to maintain. We can give you more time to do those things you need to do, or would rather be doing, instead of spending endless hours on mundane housework.”
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Your Local Garden Center
Boucher’s Greenhouse and Garden Center
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Boucher’s Greenhouse and Garden Center is currently in its 51st season. It is located at 17 Charles Bancroft Highway in Litchfield and was established in 1960 by George and Beverly Boucher. Following George’s death in March 2010, it is now owned and operated by Beverly and her daughter, Mary. The greenhouse is open seven days a week from April through July. It offers trees, shrubs, roses, perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, Proven Winners, Pennsylvania pride, and much more. Visit us at www.
bouchersgreenhouse.com. Tradition has always been an important part of family and we strive to maintain our tradition of serving you and being a part of the community. “We are extremely grateful to our hard-working employees and our large gathering of friends and family who have volunteered their time and efforts to help us this year after the heavy winter snow damaged several greenhouses,” stated Beverly Boucher. Boucher’s Greenhouse is your local garden center with friendly advice and service. The Boucher Family appreciates their loyal customers and look forward to seeing them year after year.
Larry and Jackie Martone
Cheers to America’s Pets
America’s Pets LLC in Hudson is a real pet lover’s pet store that offers a customized, holistic approach to pet care. The friendly, dynamic, and knowledgeable mother-daughter co- owners, Lill Marks and Kristi Griego, are the heart and soul of the business, its unique philosophy, and wild success. First and foremost, America’s Pets offers dry, canned, frozen, and even raw dog and cat food. The brand names on the shelves might not be common to some, but neither are the ingredients inside. “We specialize in high-caliber, organic, and holistic pet foods tailored to each dog or cat’s individual dietary needs,” shared Marks. “While our offerings cost a few more dollars up front, because there are minimal fillers, you feed your pet much less, which typically results in short-term returns in cost, not to mention less waste product,” she added. The maximum nutritive values in our premium foods also result in many long-term savings (averted vet bills) and priceless benefits like the healthier, happier, and longer life of your dog or cat.
A full-service pet store, America’s Pets also offers natural supplements and products like vitamins, oils, ear and eye wash, natural kitty litter, Frontline, and natural alternatives like Dream Coat. “We offer pet supplies, crates, toys, and lots of personal pet advice on everything from dietary needs to training,” shared Griego enthusiastically. “In addition, we have full-service grooming on the premises.” As one long-time customer, Jillian Davis, pointed out with a smile, “The first clue that this isn’t your typical big-box pet store is there are stools around the counter.” Like a neighborhood Cheers bar for pets, the stools are typically filled with customers stopping by to chat with Lill, Kristi, other staff members, and the warm customer/pet network they’ve created. “I can buy my pet food anywhere,” admitted Davis, who lives in Nashua. “I come here for the personal service and expertise—these guys really
know and believe in their products.” She also added that “they offer everything, it doesn’t cost any more, and the atmosphere is a lot more fun.” Most impressively, Davis credits America’s Pets with saving her beloved dog a few years ago. She bought a sick Maltese from a mall pet store to avoid his almost-sure death. Under the advice of a vet friend, the plan was to buy him, treat him at a vet hospital, and bring him back. “The return part didn’t work because I instantly fell in love with Mozart,” laughed Davis. For months, the hypoglycemic pup did well, but he suddenly took an inexplicable nosedive. “Lill quickly figured out the dog food formula we’d been using had been changed without
notice, which no one else knew.” Through their complimentary dietary consult, Davis happily found the right food for her “Poopsie,” and she reports that he’s “acting like a healthy, active puppy again.” Other customers clamor around the stools with similar testimonials. “I worked at vet clinics for years, and sadly saw the frequent repercussions of poor pet nutrition,” warned Griego. “Many commercial pet foods are full of fillers, by-products, fat, artificial color, sugar, salt, and toxins like BHT/BHA and ethoxyguin [similar to Agent Orange], used as preservatives,” she added. Ear infections, hot spots, urinary tract infections, incontinence, diabetes, allergies, and digestive
problems are just a few of the common and often preventable maladies associated with poor pet nutrition. Sadly, some vets—not all—don’t support better nutrition. Their collective personal experiences as “frustrated pet owners” and Griego’s professional background are what primarily led Marks and Griego to open America’s Pets in October 2002. “We weren’t happy with what was out there and thought owners and pets deserved better,” explained Marks. “Our focus has and will be on preventative and holistic pet care with an individualized approach.” The customer response has been phenomenal and has led the mother- daughter team to move to their current
4,000 square-foot shop. A key America’s Pets message is to “educate and empower yourself.” Marks recommended, “Go online, read books, like Foods Pets Die For by Ann Martin,” but she also warned, “You’ll need Kleenex reading some of the pet tragedies.” Griego advises, “Don’t even take our word for it—turn the bag over—read and know the ingredients panel.”
America’s Pets is a special kind of pet store for owners who really love their pets. Call 881-9247, or pull up a stool at 142 Lowell Road in Hudson to chat with Lill or Kristi or their staff, Ashleigh and Samantha, as well as their groomers, Erica and Cindy.
Not t ingham Square, 142 Lowel l Rd. , Hudson, NH • 603-881-9247 AMERICA'S PETS HEALTHY PET FOOD AND SUPPLIES
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