The most common question we hear this time of year is “Do you have air conditioning?” It’s a fair question, we all want to be sure our dogs are comfortable in the heat. As far as boarding is concerned, the sleeping quarters are air conditioned and kept nice and cool. As you know, the play area is indoor/outdoor and the large overhead doors are always open. This space is not air conditioned, but we do have a GIANT ceiling fan with blades that look like an airplane propellor! It moves a lot of air and keeps the temperature comfortable for the dogs. We always have plenty of fresh, cool water available, and kiddie pools for splashing. We even bring out the sprinklers on very hot days. We always make sure to pay extra close attention to everyone on hot summer days, and anyone who appears to be overheating will get an extra break in the A/C.

Don’t wait until the last minute to make your summer reservations, space if filling up fast!

I’d like to give a warm welcome to all our new friends from Doggy Daycare and Lodging. For those of you who are still looking for a new school for your pups, I would like to invite you to come and check us out. I think you’ll find we have a very clean and very professional facility that your dog will love! Plus, a lot of their old friends have already started coming here!

After a little splicing and dicing, the little dog cam is back up and running!

Chester was angry that I went out of town this weekend without him.  He ate my down vest, Uggs, his bed, some paper towels, and the power cord for the webcams.  Only the Small Dog Room Cam (Camera 1) is down.  The rest are working just fine.  I will try and get it up and running as soon as possible.  I apologize for the inconvenience!

We have power and are open for business!

Please note: On Tuesday, October 18th I am having the lobby floors refinished. Daycare and Boarding will operate as usual, but check in will be at the side door. By check out time the floor should be fine. There will be NO GROOMING and NO SELF BATHS at all that day. Thank you for your cooperation!

For the most up to date information, please visit our facebook page!

Spring is finally here and it’s time to get out and have fun with your dog!

♦ Starting April 6th we will have NO PULLING class! 4 Weeks for $100!    Still space left, so register now!

Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm at The Crate Escape.  Taught by Joan Hamel

♦  Sunday, April 10 Group Hike at Giuffrida Park in Meriden!

Meet in the parking lot at 9:30 AM.  Make sure your dog is on a leash!  This is a challenging hike and will be about 2 hrs.

♦ April    17 will be the first part in 2 part Pet First Aid Seminar!!!

Knowing what to do in the initial moments can be critical to your pet’s life. Thanks to the Red Cross, pet owners can equip themselves with first aid skills. American Red Cross Pet First Aid classes give pet owners the   confidence and skills necessary to tend to unexpected emergencies until they can get their pet to a veterinarian. Many Red Cross chapters across the country offer classes with hands-on training in Pet First Aid procedures.   Part 1 of this seminar will teach you: Recognize an emergency; Perform first aid; Treat common problems and emergencies requiring immediate attention; and stock a pet first aid kit.    Part 2 will be pet CPR training.

Part 1 is Sunday, April 17.  10:00 am at The Crate Escape

Each part in the series is 4 hrs. Take either one for $45 or both for $80!

About the Instructor: Mary Ellen Paquette, Canine Behaviorist at Canine Cadre received her instructor certification and recertification for Adult, infant/child and Pet First Aid and CPR in 2005 and 2010

Lets make The Crate Escape “The Best of New Haven” Please vote for us!! (Under the services heading you’ll find Kennel/Pet Day Care and Grooming) Thanks for your support!!

Go to www.newhavenadvocate.com to place your vote!

Our STOP JUMPING seminar starts next Monday, Feb 14th at 6:30 pm. have you signed up yet?  There are a few spaces left, please email me if you would still like to register.  chris@thecrateescapeusa.com

Does your dog jump on you, your family, and friends?  Does he launch himself uncontrollably on unsuspecting victims?  Starting on Monday, February 7th The Crate Escape will be hosting a 4 week workshop to STOP JUMPING!

Information will include why dogs jump, inappropriate reinforcement, and proper management skills.  Classes will be held at The Crate Escape on Monday nights at 6:30 -7:30 pm for 4 weeks.  Cost of the workshop is $100 for you and your dog, or $50 without a dog.

Contact Chris for more information or to register!