David Lowes - Greencroft Dog Day Care
David has earned a remarkable reputation for delivering exceptional services with Dogs. Not only does the facility cater to individuals who require dog day care while they work, but it also extends its support to the elderly and those with disabilities.
The center has become an indispensable asset in the local community by assisting individuals in need of dog day care during hospital visits, respite care, and socialisation requirements for their dogs.
Here David tells us about his taste in music, art and culture.
Who is your favourite author and why
Conn Iggulden, he’s a British author who writes historical fiction, including the Emperor series and Conqueror series. I’ve read lots of his books and the passion he shows in his stories is amazing, his books make you feel like you are there is the thick of it, he’s a very talented writer.
What would be your three Desert Island Discs?
My Girl (The Temptations), Club Tropicana (Wham), I Won’t dance (Frank Sinatra).
Who is your favourite film star and why?
John Wayne (The Duke) I really loved all the old Westerns with him in them. Who can forget “True Grit” or “Comancheros”? A larger than life character who never rmade a bad movie.
What are your top three films? Tell me about them.
Star Wars, Rocky and John Wick.
Star Wars has been in my life since I was small and was years ahead of its time. I always wanted to fly the Millenium Falcon.
Rocky was inspirational to me as I was training and the music really got you going (go Rocco)…
John Wick is one of the most recent films but I just love the way Keanu Reeves has developed the character and there is so much energy going on in the film. It’s an amazing movie.
Which poem left a lasting impression on you?
Daffodils by William Wordsworth with those memorable first words “I wandered lonely as a cloud.” Beautiful.
What box sets have you enjoyed?
Black List, American Horror Story, Designated Survivor.
Who is your favourite artist or performer?
Peter Kay. He is such a funny guy and relates stories which we are all familiar with. Who would’ve thought you could make a career joking about garlic bread?
What is your favourite venue?
St James’ Park (The Cathedral on the Hill). Football is a passion in the North East and where I live, support is split between the two big clubs. I love going to St James’ and even more so now when the team are up where they belong.
Which musical instrument do you particularly enjoy?
Guitar, I wish I could play one but I am useless at reading music. Some of the dogs in our care can play better than me. Perhaps we could form a dog band?
From the world of Arts and Culture who would be your ideal dinner party guests?
Andy Warhol, Elaine Page, Michael Angelo, Pavarotti, Lady GaGa. Socrates, and Tony Bennet. That would be be quite a party with a diverse range of views and experiences. That’s what makes life good and it also reminds me a bit of the different dogs we get to care for on a daily basis. We see all sorts of breeds playing together and it always makes me and our staff smile. Life is good with dogs – perhaps I’ll just have a dinner party with them!
Greencroft Dog Day Care is at Unit 11a Greencroft Industrial Park, Annfield Plain, Stanley DH9 7YB. Call 0191 3898353 or Email david.lowes@greencroftdogdaycare.co.uk
