Veterinarians or veterinary clinics in Crete

Hi furiends! It's me Luna again. 🐾 In case you want to come visit the beautiful island of Crete or if you permanently live here and don't speak very good Greek this list might be helpful.  I will divide the veterinarians information per region to make it easy to search. Crete consist of 4 regions.

The landcode of Greece is +30

Heraklion (The capital of Crete, most airplanes land in this airport also)

Small Animal Clinic Manolis Souranakis: Chandakos 79, 712 01 Tel. 281 024 319

Vet Medica - Veterinary Center Milathianakis: Strimonos 6, Iraklio 713 04 (281 031 8880)

Piperakis George: Leof. 62 Martiron 110, Iraklio 713 03 (281 031 5910)

Tsatsaki Ourania: Thoykydidoy 6, Poros 713 07 (281 022 0540)

Creta VetClinic: Nikolaoi Restivaki 4, Iraklio 713 04 (+30 2810 341 698  or +30 2810 341 690)

Andreas Badouvas: Leof. Andrea Papandreou 49, Gazi 714 14 (281 031 7870)

Veterinary Clinic Daskalakis: Menelaou Parlama 137 Iraklio 714 10 (6947 324234 or 2810 263093)

Savoidaki Vet Clinic: Oulof Palme 76, Iraklio 714 10 (281 023 2730)

Charalampakis Georgios: Leoforos Ikarou 7, 71306 Irakleio (+30 281 022 4611)

Danai Markaki: A. Kalokairinou 1 Voutes Heraklion 71500 (T: +30 2810 545500)

Latinas Dimitris: Leoforos Papanastasiou & Telchinon 128, Iraklio 714 09 (+30 281 023 4420) 

Giamalaki - Nikiforakis: Leof. Knosou 153, Iraklio 714 09 (281 032 2917)

Fragkoulis Nikolaos: Λεωφ. Ανδρέα Παπανδρέου 84, Ηράκλειο 713 05, Ελλάδα (+30 281 021 1483)

Stylianos Pirounakis: Meramvellou 46, Iraklio 712 02 (281 034 2097)

Melidona Sofia: Christomichali Xilouri 72, Iraklio 713 04 (281 031 7737)

Ioannis Filippakis: Leof. Ionias 1, Iraklio 713 06 (281 032 5508)

Τριγνης Κωννος: Asterousion 42, Heraklion (+30 281 025 3303)

Vet clinic Moires: 28is Oktovriou 31, Mires 704 00 

Maliarakis Emmanuel: Machis Kritis 113, Mires 704 00 (+30 2892 025230)

New vet!: Κανδηλιέρη Θαλασσινή: Eth. Antistaseos 45, Arkalochori 703 00 (+30 2891 023045) (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087295232326)

Rethymnon (In between Chania and Heraklion)

Chatzidaki Aliki: Emmanouil Portaliou 25, Rethymno 741 33 (2831 103852)

Vet clinic Christakos Ioannis: VOAK 13, Rethymno 741 00 (693 273 1321)

Alexandraki: Hortatzi 38, Rethymno 741 00 (2831 503303)

Lioudaki Dimitra: Dimitrakaki 6, Rethymno 741 00 (2831 050345)

veterinary centre atsipopoulo: Charal. Liandri, Atsipopoulo 741 00 (2831 033322)

Vlatakis Alexis: Trantalidou 11, Rethymno 741 00 (2831 022522)

Theodorakis / Gerakakis Veterinary Center: Igoumenou Gavriil 16, Rethymno 741 00 (2831 051300)

Small Animal Clinic Vogiatzis Stelios - Paraschoudi Viki: Parren - Siganou 9, Rethymno 741 00 (698 449 3929)

Vet clinic Vet Hersonisos: Spirou Kassaveti 10, Limenas Chersonisou 700 14 (2897 025777)

Lassithi (East Crete)

vetcare merimna kritis Ae: Kon/nou Karamanli 23, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00 (2841 022500)

Veterinary clinic Calliope Pantouli:  El. Agios Nikolaos 72100, Plataki 13, Iraklio 714 09 (2841 100303)

Ioannis M. Sfakianakis: Latous 14, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00 (697 300 4113)

Papanikolaou Sotirios:  Basarmidi 3, Ierapetra 722 00 (2842 025455)

Spyridakis Michail: Kiprou 30, Ierapetra 722 00 ( 2842 089200)

Animal Medical Center: Kiprou 61, Ierapetra 722 00 (2842 026823)

Chania (west Crete)

Saridakis: Zimvrakakidon 41, Chania 731 35 (2821 097183)

Kapsanaki Eirini: Markou Mpotsari ke Kelaidi 45, Chania 731 36 (2821 087136)

Virginia Theodoraglaki: Kissamou 28, Chania 731 00 (693 238 5788)

Xanthoulakis, Haralambos, & Co:  Anagnostou Gogoni 63, Mournies 733 00 (2821 075665)

Mouglali Despina: Chatzimichali Giannari 30, Chania 731 32 (2821 045192)

Animals Corner: Efedron Polemiston 21, Chania 731 35 (2821 079390)

Kambouraki Maria - Valyraki Anna: Igoumenou Gavriil 37, Chania 731 34 (2821 042920)

Animal care clinic: Kritovoulidou 28, Chania 731 34 (2821 050417)

Ioannis Emm. Markantonakis: Perivolion 107, Chania 731 36 (2821 073375)

Terezaki Veterinary Clinic: Κonstantinou Μitsotaki 134, Chania 731 00 (2821 020300)

 Vizyrakis George: Ethnarchou Venizelou 48, Souda 732 00 (2821 023505)

Ignatiadis Panagiotis: Ag. Apostolon 56, Mournies 733 00 (2821 042730)

Veterinary clinic Cesme Alexander: Papanastasiou 80, Chania 731 34 (2821 008241)

Xirouchakis Stavros: Leof. El. Venizelou 44, Kounoupidiana 731 00 (2821 069966)

Hatzidakis Eleftherios: Mark. Mpotsari 57, Chania 731 00 (2821 094213)

Animals planet & HARIS PET VET: Papanastasiou 99 & Vrysson, Chania 731 35 (2821 059399)

Veterinary clinic Mousourakis George: Palea EO Chanion Rethimnou 542, Kalives 730 03 (2825 032186)


In case of emergency or if you want some advice from local volunteers you can check out this Facebook group: Animal lovers on Crete

Visiting Crete with your dog

Hi furiends! It's me Luna again. 😊You might have heard the good news, tourism in Greece started again since 15th of may! Therefore I would like to share some of my personal tips and tricks for the most pawsome holiday's on the beautiful island of Crete. 

First and foremost it is impawtent to decide with which form of transport you want to travel. Since Crete is an Island there are only 2 way's to access. First option is by ferry, second one by airplane. 

General rules for entering Greece: Your pet must be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies.  Your pet can travel 21 days after the completion of the vaccination protocol. Another obligatory thing is the EU health certificate. Dog's that come from the United states need to carry a health certificate endorsed by a USDA state veterinarian. 

Tips for the ferry: Dog's are only allowed on the deck, the ferry has basic kennels but most of them are noisy and don't have any bedding or comfort inside. If your pawrents have the possibility I would highly recommend booking a pet cabin. You can sleep then together wif the pawrents and just go upstairs for a short walk if necessary. Another rule that applies on most of the ferry's is that all dog's have to wear a muzzle don't forget to practice wearing on before going on holiday's.

Traveling by airplane: The general rule is that dog's up to 8kg (included container/pet carrier) are allowed inside the cabin while dog's above 8kg can only be transported in the baggage hold compartment. The best way to book your ticket is calling to the airline of preference.

When you are boarding don't forget to double check with the cabin staff/pilot that the baggage compartment has the right temperature for your pet.

Public transportation on the island: Big dog's are not allowed in public transportation. You can take a small dog in a transport bag with you. We always do road trips with rented cars, this gives so much freedom which is needed to see the most beautiful and little dislocated places. 

Accommodation: Last year during our road trips we have stayed  in several small apartments or private houses. I would highly recommend checking the area you want to stay online and call straight to the hotel/apartment. This way you get the best price and you can discuss any special needs or wishes you have. Another convenient way is using a booking platform. When you book from there the hotel/apartment sometimes calls you to confirm that you are coming with a dog.

Once you arrived at the most sniffable island ever you want to know where you can go and what you can do, I will answer this in the following FAQ*.

Are dog's allowed in museum or at archeological places?

Unfortunately no, when visiting a monastery you can only walk in the garden outside. 

Can I take my dog to a restaurant or cafe?

The greek law states that dog's are allowed in every outdoor space, for sanitary reasons most restaurants and cafe's don't accept your dog inside. Luckily on Crete we have the Mediterranean climate which makes it possible to sit outside during most the time of the year. When you arrive at a restaurant or cafe mention you have a dog so they can help you out picking the best table. In most of the places we have been they offered water for Luna but in case they forget it you can always kindly ask for a bottle of water. The tap water can have a little salty taste therefore we always give Luna bottled water. In the local supermarket you can find water from the mountains of Crete! 💧

Are dog's allowed at the beach?

Yes! The greek law say's that dog's are welcome at the beach as long as they are leashed and accompanied by their guide. At organized beaches you can ask the cafe/restaurant owner if you are allowed to have your dog next to you under the umbrella. 

What about swimming in the sea?

You can take your dog for a refreshing swim however keep in mind that if other people don't feel comfortable with the dog swimming next to them they might ask you to remove it. From personal experience we know that most people don't mind as long as your dog stay's leashed and doesn't bark. 

What about the insects in Greece? Are there many mosquitos?

Depending on the region you will visit it may vary but generally we all protect our dog's against insect bites. This has a reason, mosquitoes can transmit heartworm while gnats can transfer leishmaniasis. In case you forgot to buy the necessary products before coming to Greece you can always visit a local vet. Especially in the big cities (Heraklion, Rethymnon,Chania,Agios Nikolaos) all the vets speak good English and will be glad to help you out with buying the right products (spray's/collars/etc.)

This was the short explanation furiends, don't forget to clean up after yourself and drink enough water! If it is the first time traveling you can read my blog about heatstroke's to make sure you stay safe and cool in summer. Now it's time to go eat some treatos! 

Paw Luna 🐾

*If you have any specific questions about travelling in Crete don't hesitate to contact my mumanager by email or send me a DM on IG!

EU rules on travelling with pets

https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/carry/animal-plant/index_en.htm

International Air Transport Association (IATA) for more information regarding the requirements of each country:

https://www.iata.org/en/youandiata/travelers/traveling-with-pets/

https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/live-animals/pets/#tab-1