The Crate Escape

We Have Moved!

2010-10-01T07:29:00.000-07:00

We are now up and running at our new location (located directly behind our old building) The dogs are loving all the extra space to run! Come by and get a tour soon!!

**WEBCAMS ARE DOWN** I am planning on putting a large TV in the lobby for viewing and need to get a new webcam system with better picture quality. Please be patient while I get a new system set up.

2010-08-17T08:29:00.000-07:00

Bently loves the pool!

Noah and Devon rough housing

The old guy Bentley watching over the young pup Madison

Cody cooling off on a hot day

Big Baba!

"Like" us on Facebook!

2010-07-30T12:11:00.000-07:00

For more photos plus updates on our new facility, be sure to visit us on Facebook!
http://tinyurl.com/2bqfwd7

2010-07-30T11:55:00.000-07:00

Sleepy Tino

Monty and his hose

Reagan splashing while Toby watches

Trixie getting some cuddle time

Zoe and Koa hogging the balls

2010-07-30T11:50:00.000-07:00

Fiona and Gunnar being silly

Smiling Bernie

Boxer Party! Finn, Cash, Beethoven, and Cody

Cash, so cute!

Bella, another cutie!

Move Update

2010-06-30T11:12:00.000-07:00

Construction on our new home is under way...

Walls are going up

Drains are installed

And fence is almost done

Check out our Facebook page for more photos and updates on the progress!
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wallingford-CT/The-Crate-Escape/125336930828003?ref=ts&ajaxpipe=1&__a=12

2010-06-18T12:19:00.000-07:00

Otis hopping out of the pool

Roxy and Norton are best buds!

Julia and her silly pup Flynn

Gizmo

Bella

2010-06-09T12:20:00.000-07:00

Junior and Linus

What is Honey hiding from under there?

Stella posing next to her portrait

Cody taking a brief break from the pool

2010-06-01T11:44:00.000-07:00

Carly, Flynn, and Lily

Cooper going in head first

Frito and Beethoven

Cooper and VERY brave ant!

Alpine

EXCITING NEWS!!

2010-05-27T05:38:00.000-07:00

I am excited to announce that we will be moving to a LARGER location in Fall 2010!!! Construction has begun and I will use this page to keep you updated on the progress. The new location will be located in the space formerly occupied by Willy D's Karting, directly behind our current building! The new location will offer larger indoor and outdoor play areas for large and small dogs, as well as additional boarding space.

Thank you to all my wonderful customers for your continued support. Without all of you, this would not be possible. I look forward to making The Crate Escape BIGGER and BETTER!!

2010-05-08T09:18:00.000-07:00

Puggle convention

Jasper going under for the ball

Frankie looking cute

Cody and Zoe playing tug

Bear enjoying the bubbles

2010-05-06T05:01:00.000-07:00

Noah loves bubbles

Cody and Zoe

Layla goes for a quick dip

Awww, Jackson and Frankie. Big brother, little sister.

Barney

2010-04-13T12:05:00.000-07:00

Handsome Spike

Kassidy taking a break from the pool

Big Oliver and little Oliver

Sleepy Finn

Miss Abby

Pups and friends

2010-04-12T11:31:00.000-07:00

Hannah and Jezebelle

Adam and Bailey

Julia and Finn

Doreen and Kassidy

Audrey and Luke

2010-04-09T08:34:00.000-07:00

CiCi has such a pretty face

Monte thinks it's a tootsie pop

Junior and Gracie fight over the most prized posession of the day-Jenna's water bottle!

Boxers being boxers...Beethoven and Roxi

Shea and Cooper enjoying a little down time together

2010-04-08T05:33:00.000-07:00

Tara must have some juicy gossip for Riddick!

Creedence going for a dip on a beautiful Saturday

Winchester trying to get some sun on his belly

Hunter hamming it up for the camera

Cooper taking a break from swimming

2010-04-08T05:27:00.000-07:00

Shea and Bailey. What could these two possibly have in common?

Jetta is making the rounds

Riddick taking a break

Jackson and Beeker- so cute!

Burton doesn't like sharing his seat with Chester

Wet Dogs!

2010-04-02T08:08:00.000-07:00

Otis...go inside!

Singing in the rain! Otis, Beethoven, Junior and Maxwell

Ranger and DeeDee don't care about getting wet

Otis, Casper and Daisy are sopping wet and don't look happy about it

Rain? What rain? Oscar and DeeDee

2010-03-23T04:26:00.000-07:00

Frito testing the water

Pepe getting a boost to see if his mom is here yet

Tibby and Motzart- King and queen of the castle

Maya and Bill

Sleepy Tyson

2010-03-22T14:11:00.000-07:00

Sophie, Jake and Junior are holding down the fort

Gazella makes friends with everyone, this week it's Riley

Monte and Cooper, one ball just isn't enough for these guys!

Charlie and Molly going for a dip on a sunny day

Argos and Kona keeping each other busy

The Pool is OPEN

2010-03-08T13:53:00.000-08:00

It was the first nice day we've had in a while, seemed like a perfect day to open up the pool!

Kato diving in while Rusty waits his turn

Bella the water bug

Cooper is wondering if it's too cold

Waterloo and Gandolff getting their feet wet

2010-03-08T13:45:00.000-08:00

Pool Party!

Fiona, Mason and Cooper are thinking about going for a dip

Jasper is always on the move

Chester thinks it's a super sized drink

Bear is waiting for his turn to go off the diving board, while Cooper gets a drink

2010-03-05T07:01:00.000-08:00

Zoe keeping warm on a chilly day

Sadie and Kona

Daisy is waiting for her mommy

Cooper and Gunnar, best buds

Bella and Pehlevan

2010-02-09T12:25:00.000-08:00

Charlie Spot

Hunter

Maxwell

George and Randi

Annie

2010-02-09T12:21:00.000-08:00

Junior

Roxy

Arthur

Honey

Oliver

2010-02-08T08:01:00.000-08:00

Beethoven and Bear taking a break

Hunter and Cheyanne love to wrestle!

Gracie and Malaika

Cheyanne and Jake

Buddy knows how to relax...looks like all he needs is a beer and the remote!

2010-02-04T13:37:00.000-08:00

Pepper

Pepe and Kona taking a break

Frito and Luna...there is a toy in there somewhere, but doesn't look like anyone is giving it up!

Simba and Bill really hit it off

Handsome Brady stopping to smile for the camera

2010-02-04T13:30:00.000-08:00

Jalepeno and Tyson sharing a moment alone

Tyson and Bailey

Miss Maya waiting to get in on some fun

Reese

Big Ben

2010-01-19T08:11:00.000-08:00

Ruby and Rusty horsing around

Our new friend Zoey

Shea and Winchester, the unlikeliest of friends

2010-01-19T07:59:00.000-08:00

Shadow's got nothing to hide

Radar is using his sister Melody for a boost to peek out the window

Jezebelle getting a drink

Floppy, Dakota and Zuzu...making plans for the weekend perhaps?

Gunnar giving kisses to Shea...i think Cooper is jealous

Happy Birthday Chester

2010-01-14T05:27:00.001-08:00

Chester is 2 years old on Sunday! Anyone who knows me, knows that this dog has given me a run for my money! I got him as a 10 months old pup who was surrendered by his former owners because he was so fresh! I had only planned on fostering him until the rescue organization could find him a suitable home, but as soon as he looked at me with those big brown eyes, I knew he had found his home. We have certainly had our share of ups and downs, and my poor houseplants never stood a chance! But I wouldn't trade him for any other dog. Happy Birthday Chester! Thanks for making me laugh every day :)

2009-12-29T04:15:00.000-08:00

Vegas

Sadie and Harper in their element!

Baby Harper, he's just too cute!

Floppy and Oliver

Beethoven

2009-12-29T04:03:00.000-08:00

Daisy, King of the hill!

Helen and Mario

Cooper

Chester

Charlie loves the blondes!

Happy Anniversary Crate Escape!

2009-12-26T07:33:00.000-08:00

On December 26th, 2006 The Crate Escape opened it's doors. Marge and I came in at 6am because were expecting our first customer, Riley! The playroom wasn't ready, so Riley got to spend her 1st day of daycare hanging in the lobby with Sophie and Jackson. Over these past few years we've made a lot of improvements here, but one thing never changes...I have the nicest, most loyal customers anyone could ask for! Thank you for making The Crate Escape a success!

This is Riley. She was my very first daycare client and she still comes to the Crate Escape every week!

Here are a few of my other favorites who have been coming since the very first month...
Jake

Cody

Honey

Dakota

2009-12-21T04:42:00.000-08:00

Winter time is sweater time! Here are a few of our favorite pups dressed for the cold!

2009-12-08T04:02:00.000-08:00

Willow and Remy

Lucky taking a water break

Puppies Maggie and Skylar

Little Gerty

Eli and Kassidy-love at first sight!

2009-12-02T12:20:00.000-08:00

Jalepeno has the best seat in the house

Then Chester comes along...

and makes himself at home

"um there isn't room for 2 in here..."

"anybody else wanna try me?"

2009-12-02T12:11:00.000-08:00

Sweet Honey

Dakota wins the "best hair" prize

Zoe is always waiting for someone to throw the ball

Miss Sophie wishing she was curled up on her bed instead of in daycare!

Otis, happy as a clam

2009-12-02T12:06:00.000-08:00

Koa and Koda

Sambucca and Lucille

Daisy in her favorite spot

Stella-up close and personal

Alpine has the most gorgeous eyes!

2009-11-30T12:12:00.000-08:00

Winchester is having a ball! (pun intended)

Toby, Winchester, Shea

Buddies Winchester and Grady

Rocco and Toby

Grady and Shea

Happy 1st Birthday Luna

2009-11-24T11:17:00.000-08:00

Our friend Luna turned 1 year old today! Since her parents aren't here to celebrate with her, we decided to have a little party of our own!

Birthday hugs from Hannah

"Get this hat off me!"

Mmmmm Cookies

The Birthday Girl, Luna!

Love from Hannah and Jess

2009-11-24T11:10:00.000-08:00

Luna getting more birthday love from Julia

Jake, what a handsome face!

Moose getting a nice cold drink

Chutney

Bentley, Junior, Moose

2009-11-17T05:38:00.000-08:00

Buddy (we love how the wrinkles on his forehead are in the shape of a heart)

Hannah getting kisses

Regan and Lexi chasing the ball

Our new friend Georgia

The Brat Pack (Danny Boy, Lucky, Shea, Capone)

2009-11-17T05:30:00.000-08:00

Gossimer

Happy Cooper

Bill and Lola

Jackson and Moses

Akina

2009-11-10T12:36:00.000-08:00

Lexi, Brady and Tobasco

Tyson and his girlfriend Lily

Lexi and Gunnar

Norton, Tyson, Gigi, Molly and Bonnie

Kali and Brady

2009-11-10T12:30:00.000-08:00

Dane friends Shea and Stella

Floppy and Tobasco horsing around

Martin is getting some snuggle time with Hannah

"Can someone give me a push?" Kassidy

Brady scoping out the scene

2009-11-03T07:57:00.000-08:00

Wonder Woman!

Don't get your veil wet, Otis!

Why is this princess so sad? Maybe because she is a HE...your mom is sorry Otis

"where are the rest of my pink ladies?"

Arrrrrrr!

2009-11-03T07:41:00.000-08:00

Aww, Liv is so cute as a flower

The Gortons Fisherman

That sure is a cute devil!

Raggedy Ann without her wig

The doctor is IN

2009-11-03T07:35:00.000-08:00

This is the cutest minnie mouse I have ever seen

Brady is back from duty

Bobbing for hot dogs

Looks like Wonder Woman nabbed the villan! Joan and Maliaka-BEST COSTUME

Bentley the devil

2009-11-03T07:32:00.000-08:00

The Rinaldi's

Chester and Soph bobbing for hot dogs

one of our best costumes!

Beethoven the banana

Cute labs 4 rescue pups

2009-11-02T04:51:00.000-08:00

Toby, Frito and Linus

Sparky won't let Ramona have the ball

My pups :)

Kato is exhausted after a week of sleepovers

Junior

2009-11-02T04:46:00.000-08:00

Matt loves kisses from Gracie

Gracie

Gazella, Frito, Akina and Kali horsing around

Cooper and Sparky

Chloe and Pippen...I think Fiona is jealous!

5 More Days Until the MONSTER MASH!

2009-10-26T14:33:00.000-07:00

2009-10-24T10:16:00.000-07:00

Jalepeno and Tobasco...who's going to make the first move!

Chloe flirting with Cody

Puck and Zoe

Junior, Bernie and Lucky

2009-10-24T10:11:00.000-07:00

Holly and Sparky are never far from one another

Emoo and Gunnar playing tug while Lexi waits paitently in the backround

Emoo, Bernie and Jamie

Emma and Skyla

This is what we call a "Dane Sandwich" Tobasco, Shea and Jalepeno

2009-10-22T11:40:00.000-07:00

It's not often that I rave about something, but when I find a good product I just can't help myself! As I'm sure you all know how destructive some of our dogs can be, and I struggle to find toys that last more than a week in daycare. A few months ago Jenna brought in a new toy she wanted me to try out. I told her if it lasted two weeks I would buy a case. Well, it's been 2 months and this toy is still going strong without any signs of wear!

I just received my shipment of new toys today and the dogs LOVE them! So, for anyone who has an aggressive chewer, I highly recommend the ZOGOflex toys from West Paw Design www.westpawdesign.com Here are a few photos of your dogs playing with our new toys!

Eli getting away with a "Hurley"

Otis, Martin, Lucky and Gracie giving the "Bumi" a run for it's money

Chester and Reese tugging on a "Hurley"

Gracie with her new favorite toy, the "Bumi"

Even old George is enjoying the new toys. Here is is with the "Huck"

2009-10-22T11:32:00.000-07:00

Look at that face, Cheyanne is so cute!

Otis and Reese getting a drink after playing tug

Chester and Mack taking a minute away from all the commotion

Cheyanne and Lexi...Look Shannon, she does have other friends!

2009-10-20T06:08:00.000-07:00

OMG, cutest picture ever! Martin and Cooper are BFF!

Zoe and Soph having some girl time

Bill looks a little nervous on his first day, don't worry he came out of his shell eventually!

Motzart is scoping out the scene

2009-10-20T06:03:00.000-07:00

Riley and his new little sister Olivia catching some early morning rays before the crowd arrives

Skyla and her favorite toy

Queen Sophia sitting on her throne

Jalepeno loves giving kisses

Awesome drool, Pippen

2009-10-12T13:52:00.000-07:00

Koa is hogging the balls

Gazella and Toby

Karley and Buddy must be chilly, it looks like they're trying to shut the overhead door

Shea, Beethoven, Martin, Buddy and Manny all looking so cute!

2009-10-12T13:32:00.000-07:00

The pool is gone, so Kato will have to settle for the water bowl

Riley and Karley or is it Karley and Riley...I can't tell

Cali and Layla sure know how to have a good time

Martin and Buddy taking an afternoon nap

Big Ben, Mario and Bear enjoying a little R & R

2009-10-02T04:12:00.000-07:00

2009-09-28T08:48:00.000-07:00

Kato and Koa are spending every minute in the pool before it gets too cold!

Holly and Sparky posing for a close up

Faith is so bashful

Cooper and Buddy - these puppies keep each other busy!

Karly and Brady are teasing one another

2009-09-24T05:09:00.000-07:00

I'm happy to report that Odin will be going to his "forever" home on Sunday. He will be living with a nice retired man in New Hampshire who likes to hike and snowshoe. I know Odin will be very happy there!

2009-09-21T04:56:00.000-07:00

A typical scene at pikup time

Fiona and Odin...my gosh he's huge!

"Pssst, Martin...I think she has a crush on you" says Jackson

"Gunnar, how many times do I have to tell you I'm just not that into you!" says Chester

Buddy thinks that if he hides behind Shea no one can see him

2009-09-18T08:48:00.000-07:00

Could this be Jake? He's actually being calm!!

Sisters Jalepeno and Tobasco love to roughhouse with each other

Our new friend Maya

Toby is such a handsome boy

Randi and Maddie-such pretty girls :)

2009-09-18T08:39:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back Hannah!

Lining up to play fetch

Goooooo get it!

And Bauer comes back with the ball! (good thing because she's one of the few who drops it for us :)

I may be just a tad bias, but isn't Chester the cutest!

2nd Annual Monster Mash Parade

2009-09-14T04:10:00.000-07:00

When: October 31st, 12:00 pm
Where: The Crate Escape

We had a great turnout last year for our 1st Monster Mash Parade. Lets make this years event BIGGER and BETTER! This year we will be raising money and collecting supplies for Help Willy's Friends and Labs 4 Rescue. Any donation (cash, pet food, supplies) automatically enters your dog into the parade. There will be prizes for best costume! We will have food, games, and lots of fun! Hope to see you all there!

2009-09-13T12:33:00.000-07:00

Zeke and Cooper with their silly smiles

Sangiovese and Creedence

Little Nemo wore himself out!

Go Floppy, Go! Maxwell can't catch you!!

2009-09-13T12:29:00.000-07:00

Latka taking a nap

Arnold sitting on his throne

The Girls - Gigi, Sally and Crystal

Creedence, Maxwell and Cooper having a good time

I can't believe Arnold's little legs can keep up with Shea!

2009-09-06T06:13:00.000-07:00

Rocco makes it very difficult to clean :)

A great weekend for swimming! Kali and Simon go for a dip

I've never seen a dog float in the pool as much as Stella

Chester posing for a future "Dog Fancy" cover

Kali loves the water

2009-09-06T06:10:00.000-07:00

New best friends Kali and Bach

Buddy, Danny Boy and Junior

Bach and Razz

Oh Arnold, how we've missed you!

Angel loves the hose!

2009-09-03T06:21:00.000-07:00

Sophia is so pretty

Holly giving me a big smile

Cheyanne is thinking about going for a dip

Hank aka Hankerdoodle

The beagle

Good Bye and Good Luck

2009-09-01T12:20:00.000-07:00

We're sad to say good bye to our good friend, April, today. She is moving to DC with her mom, Christina. She's been a daycare regular for over a year and it's been a blast having her here. Good Luck April and Christina, we'll miss you!

Ode to Otis

2009-09-01T12:04:00.000-07:00

This is our dear friend Otis. I know his mom is dying to see more pics of him on the blog, so this is for you Jenn!

Otis is usually the first one here. He waits by the gate to greet each dog as they come

He's giving me a funny look because I'm taking his picture again!

Here is is going in for a butt scratch... "Outta my way, Onyx!"

"Mmmm, nice cold water" Otis loves a good drink

Swimming in the pool with Chester

2009-08-31T10:51:00.000-07:00

Linus and Zoe love the water!

Odin is all smiles when he's in daycare

Randi is waiting her turn for a drink... "Hurry up Cosmo!"

Zoe-we just can't keep this one out of the pool!

2009-08-31T10:45:00.000-07:00

Cooper puppy cooling off in the pool

"Do you mind...this is a private conversation" Daisy and Buddy

Cody hogging the pool all for himself

Ben isn't sharing the balls today

Apollo-Yes, he's really that big!

2009-08-27T13:37:00.000-07:00

Brady and Karly

Big Ben going for a dip

Chester...Hard to believe that he's a troublemaker!

Seriously, it doesn't get much cuter than this!

Sprout and Buddy-Friends from obedience school find each other at daycare!

2009-08-27T13:27:00.000-07:00

Beethoven and Shea catching some rays

Zoe about to do a belly flop into the pool

Big brother Tater picking on his new little brother Sprout

Oliver chooses to sit in the shade, he doesn't want wrinkles

No wonder Chester is a jumper!

Welcome Odin!

2009-08-27T13:22:00.000-07:00

Hi Guys, I'm Odin
I'm a 4 yr old Bernese Mountain Dog who is looking for a new home. Chris is kind enough to let me stay with her until I can find somewhere else to live. I really like it here at The Crate Escape. I bet if I behave she'll keep me ;)

2009-08-24T05:56:00.000-07:00

Pepe seems to have locked himself in the car. Now if we could just teach him to unlock the doors!

These puppies can't get enough of each other

Kona and Tiki taking a snooze after a long week

Junior and Shadow playing tug in the pool, it doesn't get much better!

Junior and Fiona

2009-08-24T05:51:00.000-07:00

Jackson and Buddy playing chase

Fiona and Gracie

Cheyanne and Champ

Look at those faces!

Audrey and Marlo

2009-08-20T05:55:00.000-07:00

Leo and Reese playing tug of war

Leo and Koa playing tug of war

Still tugging

And finally he's tired!

2009-08-20T05:51:00.000-07:00

Otis and Clyde cooling down in front of the fan

Kato is getting out of the pool...run for your life!

Honey and Junior look like twins!

Gracie trying to catch the bubbles

Bentley loves bubble time

2009-08-18T03:40:00.000-07:00

Boomer is sleepy after a week at The Crate Escape

Ryder giving us one of his signature smiles :)

Fiona is sitting pretty

Kato and Koa after a dip in the pool. They are our 2 biggest waterbugs!!

Gazella and Bernie are best buds!

Boxer Week

2009-08-15T12:20:00.000-07:00

We had a TON of boxers staying with us this past week. Jenna, being a boxer owner herself, seemed to favor them in her photos this week :)

Little Lexi in the jungle gym
Lexi and Buddy

Finnegan snoozing in front of the fan

Boomer waiting to get his dinner

Allie and Lexi (obviously Lexi is not camera shy)

2009-08-10T04:57:00.000-07:00

Oliver and Oreo taking an afternoon snooze

Lyla and Cody playing on the slide

Gunnar Puppy and Beethoven making silly faces

Cooper and Reese-Best Friends

Fozzie, Chloe and Delilah

2009-07-23T06:52:00.000-07:00

Murphy getting a little snuggle time with Kaitlyn

2009-07-23T06:51:00.000-07:00

Honey and Dakota love to snuggle

2009-07-23T06:49:00.000-07:00

We all love the new puppy, Brady...but Brady loves Matt best!

2009-07-23T06:48:00.001-07:00

Diesel relaxing before Jessica gives him a bath

2009-07-23T06:46:00.000-07:00

Little Gigi always wants to be held

Jenna's pics of the week

2009-07-23T06:43:00.001-07:00

Meaty and Nakkita love to wrestle!

2009-07-14T13:40:00.003-07:00

Thanks to Jenna for all the great pictures she's been taking lately. These are too cute to keep to myself!

Fun in the sun!

2009-07-13T14:27:00.001-07:00

Crate Escape Cuteness

2009-07-06T12:59:00.001-07:00

There are so many cute faces here on a daily basis! Here are just a few of my favories from the past few days.

Tug-of-war!

2009-07-06T12:52:00.001-07:00

I hope everyone had a nice holiday and enjoyed the beautiful weather. I think summer is finally here to stay, not that pups care...they love to play rain or shine. I caught some good moments of them playing tug of war today, hope you enjoy!

Durham Pet Fair

2009-05-07T08:53:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Pepe!

2009-04-07T10:18:00.000-07:00

Today is Pepe's 2nd Birthday! He's spending the day with his friends at daycare. I couldn't think of a better way for him to spend the day.

We love you Pepe!

Spring!

2009-03-26T07:34:00.000-07:00

Everyone is excited that spring is finally here! With all the nice weather we've been having, the dogs have been spending lots of time outside. Come to think of it, they dogs like to spend all their time outside rain or shine. It's us girls who were waiting for the warmer weather! We're happy it's finally here.

Don't forget this Sunday (3/27) we will be hiking at Guiffrida Park in Meriden at 9:30 am!!