Dear Crate Escape Friends,

It is with a most grateful heart that I announce my retirement as of September 30, 2024.

After 21 years I will be handing over the leash to Scott McCormick, whom I trust and respect. He and the current team will continue to provide the love and care for your pups that you expect from The Crate Escape.

In my salutation I used the word “friends” but what I really mean is “family”. TCE is my second family. When I think about how long I have known many of you and your pups, some 10 – 15 years or more (MMM😊) I think about the honor and privilege it has been to watch your puppies and your children grow up! Many of you have returned for a second round, again entrusting a puppy to our care--there is no better compliment. This was not something I imagined or expected when The Crate Escape opened in 2003.

Jenkins and I will miss greeting you every morning and I sincerely thank you for the patience and kindness you’ve shown him as he waits to greet each of you. This will likely be harder on him than me.

The support, trust, care and generosity you have shown me and my staff over the years have meant so much. You are the best!

As I march off to retirement bliss, my heart will truly be sad but then I have my 11-month-old grandbaby to quickly lift my spirits! Becoming a grandparent can make you completely obsessive! (ask my staff) LOL

I wish the best of love, life and happiness to all of you and your families!

In Dogs We Trust!

Love,
Renee & Jenkins