Crete Kennels

24/12/2023

So Christmas Eve, so the only fil to watch with this....

Enjoy the video, a really good movie.

11/07/2023

As some friends know, the last year has been unsettling for me.
It started with months of private doctors, scans etc as to problems with health and mobility

, In January I ended up in Rethymnon Hospital followed up with many outpatients tests/treatment for inflammation in the head.
finally solved !

On top of this. also knowing about my blocked artery in the leg, and cautious about surgery, i was left with no optionin May when this became an emergency.. Operation in Heraklion, home for 5 days then emergency op for infection andda further 3 weeks in Heraklion where dead parts removed ! Then back to Crete Kennels with home nursing.

BUT after a rather fraught 9 months, hospitals, surgery, infections, more surgery etc I am on the road to recovery and rebuilding muscles in legs

Just to update you The doctors are pleased with progress and I HOPE TO BE REOPENING in the next 3 months.

I will up date everyone as and when definite. date is known.

Just for a lighter note, as no-one has seen it yet, the night time option for the dell pictures with ' white light' also still there.

04/03/2023

And to answer some of the queries, YES, I am still here (although closed), looking after the place , planting this years flowers etc. A period of ill health means that I judged that it would not be safe and up to my standards to have the responsibility for my guests even though I am good in myself... just a bit too slow.
There may come a time when I will be back to 'normal' and will keep you all in touch as to progress, meanwhile, spring is upon us and much to do.

04/03/2023

Yet again, I have to announce the passing of one of my regulars. Dearest Clara, the Bernese passed away last night. Big and beautiful who loved nothing more than to stand on my one foot and have plenty of love. While her companions Franzi and Miri would look around the gardens, she was up close and loving.
However long I did the 'job' (and how I miss it) so lucky to have know my guests/friends

29/07/2022

Sadly, dear Klio who had just had her 16th Birthday needed to be released from her pain today. friends and the vet came here and, as promised , she was buried here with lots of love..

Bless you Klio

27/07/2022

For those customers and friends, Finally got to complete the wish list with a short trip to UK to see family and we all went to Mama Mia ! (at last).
Life has changed so much in the past year and so much to happen in the next few month, but very happy memories over the last 9 years culminating on this weekend.

14/06/2022

Expected but some sad news today. Dumbo, who was a long time visitor and friend has passed away.
We always saw in the New Year together and I often say, he knew more about me than anyone.
The owners had altered a trip to their German doctor so he would be my last dog in, but this all had to be cancelled after his diagnosis with cancer and their wish to be with him to the end..
He had his peculiarities but we coped with getting him stone bowls and his private entrance etc... such a great dog rest in peace my friend.

04/06/2022

An unusual request,
This is Breach, a lovely 5 year old boy.. Who needs help. His owners have an overseas transfer which means (due to extreme heat) Breach needs a forever home. Active and loves walks but also lots of love.
All enquiries should be made to me and Breach will be at my home (where he has been a frequent guest) from 14th June so you can visit and meet him ... call me on 6949688722 if you feel he is your ideal companion.

13/05/2022

some sad news, Lucy, the first dog ever to come here, passed away. She was 15 years old but her owner had planned to bring her here after May day for a happy memory day. One of the endearing memories are of the second time she was collected from Rethymnon. Drew up in the car and she leapt in, getting a comment from her owner that ' I will miss you too, Lucy'
A destructive but playful pup... RIP Lucy

07/05/2022

27/04/2022

URGENT. can anyone recommend a gentle Vet near Triopetra who would make a home visit to help a dog out of pain ?

20/04/2022

NOT a sign of the future.. today the authorities have decided to remove ALL private signs for the roads , even this one 15m back on private land. The main sign has also now gone. .. only found out when a couriier could not find me and customer missed the turning.
How customers are supposed to find businesses, who knows?
These were designed for safety so drivers could see through them etc.

22/03/2022

This sweet boy is called Godber... great nature and owned by one of my old customers who sadly lost their their dogs a coupe of years ago. Still on long lead as he is overawed by the other dogs but loves the pups next door

15/03/2022

After finally planting the trees as planned 15 years ago, thought I would add tree number 101 in the car park. Perhaps, after planting so many for dogs etc, this one can be Pete's tree.... will not see this one get to 20 m high but finishes off my plans/

15/03/2022

Pippy, a very friendly and lovable girl, another new di=og to arrive

12/03/2022

For those customers worried about snow reports... sprinkling of snow, which is melting quickly.. even Dumbo is enjoying it, and he doesn't like changes !

10/03/2022

After being full since the end of lock-down, and I am now full for March & April but I have to announce that Crete Kennels will CLOSE FOREVER on 30th April 2022. after 14 years of business.

Recent visitors are aware of the circumstances and actions by my ex partner that have forced this on me.
I will return to the UK sometime and, unless I can find someone to take this over,the place will be sold leaving me with nothing.
Sadly, those looking are either young (and no money) or those who look upon this as a 'hobby' for the wife.
As the best in Crete this is a wonderful life for a couple who love dogs and rural way of living but it is an all year job running a place which has such a great reputation.

Have loved the past years and will, at least , take great memories of my dogs.

09/03/2022

This young lady, Bella , was rescued even though she has a deformed back leg. She is so happy and nothing stops her loving to play ball ... sometimes a reat and cuddle, but back to the ball.

04/03/2022

Carmalina and Ethra are welcomed... both a little nervous but already allowing me to stroke them .. and take treats !

27/02/2022

As a tribute to Yianni, and on the day that would have been his and Liz anniversary, This conifer has been planted today in the Dell. Although I will never see it grow, it will be 20m high with layered branches and form a feature for the future (whatever that will be).
I've also planted another 11 trees in the field, finishing off the original plan of 15 years ago.. Have now planted 97 trees to provide shade and p*e stations for the dogs.
Those that may query , why, given the circumstances here I have done this... that's me !

27/02/2022

This is going to be a fun month... Gigi and Kamba were found by a Belgian couple after they adopted Balou .. could not resist them. Looking at the size of their paws, they will be BIG. They are loving the (safe) teddies but don't know how long they will last.
Balou (who was also rescued) is getting to trust me more each day and now lets me tickle her tummy.

27/02/2022

Lily, took a couple of days to gain her trust but she now loves me (or the treats) and can now play with her. ( reminds me of a young Poppy Scruff from years ago)

27/02/2022

A new companion for Samson, Ritsin ... loves to chase Samson but not yet understands that he is supposed to catch the ball

17/02/2022

A brief (emergency) welcome o Pietie and Dias. Such good natured, boys settled in immediately. Of course Pietie decided to have a roll in the soil at the last minute before leaving, but soon cleaned up. Being very overweight, a new schedule of feeding was recommended.

01/02/2022

Lukisa, a lovely 10 month old girl.... full of life and great fun this morning. Just loves people and exploring.. a big welcome.

31/01/2022

Bouffie and Tobby are here for the first time.. enjoy the space so much they don't answer to either name but love the different smells and wander everywhere with a good back scratch in between

30/01/2022

Ah... worth two pictures. Pretty was dumped in a local Greeks' garden and taken in by them. Like all puppies, just adorable and in the enclosed space outside the office. Follows me everywhere and a bit of fun in these days.

26/01/2022

Yes we had snow and unable to get out shopping for a few days. Knew it was coming, so all stocked up for the dogs, if not for me. A couple of dogs trapped here for a few days extra.
Still surprised at how many owners tried to book . Even though it was a commercial and schools lockdown and the extreme weather was on all the news, they didn't understand that, away from the coast, the islands' roads were impassable and closed. Only one morning with 2 out of 3 phases of electricity down due to lightening strike in the area and ony minor damage to umbrellas etc In the past, some dogs have just loved the snow, this lot were somewhat non-committal ! Now thawing so back to normal this weekend and the stuck dogs can go back to their owners. A few more new dogs next week along with my regulars.
The dog is Fado, a regular here who is happy as long as he gets his back scratched and the treats.

26/01/2022

Dear Buddie, shame it was snowing for his first visit which slowed him down a bit. He did explore everywhere but always coming back for attention and fuss. He is hereas a 'test run' to get him used to being away from his owners. They adopted him from the rescue centre and came from Elounda to use me. Hope to see him again.

16/01/2022

Avra, another new visitor. Sadly she was nervous and cried if I tried to touch her.. and not used to treats. As always, worked with her and now get a great welcome and she loves my treats and sits on my foot for stroking. Not yet able to let off extending lead but at least she comes to me to have it put on.